The song Chena-ghor is recorded by Taalpatar Shepai, the creative duo of Pritam Das and Sumon Ghosh, who are known for their ukulele-driven Bengali compositions. The song (for the film Raas) is another gem in their musical repertoire, which explores not just a familiar place, but a familiar feeling, a comfort zone where everything feels just right. The music video features Somnath (Vikram Chatterjee), still in his office clothes, stepping out into a warm afternoon with his childhood friend and love interest, Rai (Devlina Kumar), for a stroll through the countryside. It beautifully captures the tender essence of a rural afternoon: the sun dipping low, old friends sharing laughter and light-hearted banter.
From the dry, rugged brown earth dotted with fresh yellow blooms to the lush green grass under a clear blue sky, Chena-ghor vividly paints every hue of rural Bengal. Whether it’s resting beneath a mango tree, cycling along dusty village paths, or playfully clambering up a too-tall boundary wall, the song evokes the simple joys we haven’t experienced in a long time. With its stunning visuals, soulful soundscape and the sweet chemistry between Somnath and Rai, Chena-ghor feels like a cool breeze on a hot summer afternoon.
The film — starring Vikram Chatterjee, Devlina Kumar, Anirban Chakrabarti, Anashua Majumder, Shankar Debnath, Arna Mukhopaddhay, Ranojoy Bishnu, Parijat Chaudhuri, and Sudip Mukherjee — highlights the importance of emotions in a joint family and the charm of Bengali culture. Raas follows Somnath, who returns to his ancestral house in Manikpur after 18 years. The passage of time has hit the lanes and houses, but the affection, benevolence, bonding and the familiar ties are still strong among the residents. The film takes a turn when Somnath pays a visit to his grandparents’ home and encounters colourful rituals.
