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Bishohori
Release poster
Based onManasamangal Kāvya
Written bySouvik Chakraborty
Screenplay bySreejib
Directed bySrijit Roy
Starring
  • Solanki Roy
  • Rohaan Bhattacharjee
  • Shankar Chakraborty
  • Koushik Roy
Theme music composerNabarun Bose
ComposerNabarun Bose
Country of originIndia
Original languageBengali
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes6
Production
CinematographyRamyadip Saha
EditorSubhajit Singha
Running time20-28 minutes
Production companyA Long Journey Entertainment
Original release
NetworkHoichoi
Release14 February 2025 (2025-02-14)

Bishohori (transl. Maa Manasa) is a 2025 Indian Bengali language supernatural mythological mystery thriller web series.[1] Directed by Srijit Roy and written by Souvik Chakraborty, the series is a present day adaptation of an ancient Bengali mythology related to Goddess Manasa, the Manasamangal Kāvya.[2][3]

Produced by a A Long Journey Entertainment and Hoichoi, it was initially scheduled to stream in 2024. After being delayed due to post production issues, it was streamed on Hoichoi on 14 February 2025.[4] The web series stars Solanki Roy, who plays the lead role of Rajnandini, a woman who marries into a family haunted by a curse.[5] Rohaan Bhattacharjee and Shankar Chakraborty play other pivotal roles.[6] The series was praised by the critics as well as the audience.[7][8]

Synopsis

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The story of Bishohori revolves around a family haunted by a 200 years-old curse and a series of mysterious deaths linked to the Naga Panchami festival. A modern, urban bride, Rajnandini, gets married in this family and is shocked to discover their dark secrets and superstitions. She refuses to accept the family's beliefs and uncovers the truth behind the deaths, challenging their faith and traditions. It draws inspiration from the legend of Behula and Lakhindar in Manasamangal Kavya.[9][10]

Cast

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  • Solanki Roy as Rajnandini[11]
  • Rohaan Bhattacharjee as Tathagata Mitra, Animesh and Rita's son[12]
  • Shankar Chakraborty as Avinash Mitra, eldest son of Mitra family
  • Moyna Mukherji as Pramila Mitra, Avinash's wife
  • Koushik Roy as Abhirup Mitra, Avinash and Pramila's so
  • Animesh Bhaduri as Animesh Mitra, middle son of Mitra family
  • Sumit Samaddar as Aniket Mitra, youngest son of Mitra family

Production

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It was announced on 15 October 2024 by Hoichoi, along with 10 other of their upcoming projects, including Dainee, Kaalratri and Nikosh Chhaya[13][14] The filming began in 2024 and was wrapped up within September, the same year.[15] Most of the filming was done in an ancestral mansion with a few scenes shot in its adjoining forest and locality.[16][17]

Release

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It was initially scheduled to stream on Hoichoi in 2024.[18] But it was delayed due to the then ongoing tussle between the director's guild and Bengali Film Federation with the technicians association in Tollywood Film Industry. After a brief delay, it was streamed on Hoichoi on 14 February 2025.[19][20]

Episodes

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No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
1"Nagpanchami Utsab"Srijit RoySouvik ChakrabortyFebruary 14, 2025 (2025-02-14)
After 200 years, the Mitra family's goddess awakens on Nagpanchami, her return casting a shadow of impending doom.
2"Bohurupi"Srijit RoySouvik ChakrabortyFebruary 14, 2025 (2025-02-14)
The Nagpanchami festival's disruption summons a deathly procession, but Abhirup defies all to continue the puja.
3"Manasha Mangal Kabyo"Srijit RoySouvik ChakrabortyFebruary 14, 2025 (2025-02-14)
Rajnandini's suspicions about Abhirup deepen when another unexpected attack strikes.
4"Kaal Nagini"Srijit RoySouvik ChakrabortyFebruary 14, 2025 (2025-02-14)
Chaos ensues when Abhirup succumbs to a snakebite, while Rajnandini spots a woman lurking in the darkness.
5"Behula"Srijit RoySouvik ChakrabortyFebruary 14, 2025 (2025-02-14)
Rajnandini unearths a long-buried truth. As the Curse of Bishohori unfolds, she traps the true instigator.
6"Bish noy, Amrita"Srijit RoySouvik ChakrabortyFebruary 14, 2025 (2025-02-14)
As the past resurfaces, the Mitra family's sins unfold. But who has become Bishohori's venomous harbinger of doom?

References

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  1. ^ "ওয়েব সিরিজে শোলাঙ্কির সঙ্গে রোহন". The Statesman (in Bengali). 14 February 2025. Retrieved 6 July 2025.
  2. ^ Ganguly, Ruman (8 February 2024). "Trailer of Bishohori is out". Times of India. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  3. ^ "নতুন পরিবারের অন্দরে রয়েছে এক রহস্য, সমাধান করতে পারবেন শোলাঙ্কি?". ABP Ananda (in Bengali). 14 February 2025. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  4. ^ "The upcoming Hoichoi series Bishohori blends mystery with mythology". t2 Online. 11 February 2025. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  5. ^ "Hoichoi unveils trailer of upcoming Bengali web series Bishohori". NorthEast Herald. 7 February 2025. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  6. ^ Sen, Subhadrika (8 February 2025). "Actor Solanki Roy traverses through 200-year-old beliefs and mysteries in the new Bengali web series 'Bishohori'". Indulge Express. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  7. ^ "5 reasons why you should binge-watch Bengali series 'Bishohori'". Indulge Express. 21 February 2025. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
  8. ^ Niyogi, Agnivo (8 February 2025). "Trailer out for Srijit Roy's 'Bishohori' amid standoff between filmmakers and technicians in Bengal". The Telegraph. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  9. ^ Ganguly, Ruman (15 February 2025). "Playing Rajnandini was a very interesting experience for me: Solanki Roy". Times of India. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  10. ^ Mukhopadhyay, Subhangi (8 February 2025). "ওটিটি প্ল্যাটফর্মে আসতে চলেছে নতুন ওয়েব সিরিজ 'বিষহরি'". Kolkata TV. Retrieved 6 July 2025.
  11. ^ Roy, Piya (13 February 2025). "Solanki Roy steals the spotlight in the trailer of the Hoichoi series Bishohori". t2 Online. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  12. ^ Sinha, Addrita (16 February 2025). "Solanki Roy and Rohaan Bhattacharjee share their experience of shooting 'Bishohori'". Indulge Express. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  13. ^ Bhattacharyya, Torsha (15 October 2024). "Hoichoi Web Series: নতুন ওয়েব সিরিজে মিমি, চিরঞ্জিৎ, পরিমণি নিয়ে আসছেন 'রঙ্গিলা কিতাব'". ABP Ananda (in Bengali). Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  14. ^ Mukherjee, Soumita (15 October 2024). "Web Series: ফেলুদা-একেনবাবু থেকে মিমি-পরীমণি! একগুচ্ছ ওয়েব সিরিজের ঘোষণা হইচই-এর..." Zee News (in Bengali). Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  15. ^ "Rohaan Bhattacharjee and Solanki Roy wrap shooting for 'Bishahari'; Srijit Mukherji's web series to premiere later this year". Times of India. 11 September 2024. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  16. ^ Rana, Sayani (13 February 2025). "'রিজেকশন খুব কম এসেছে আমার জীবনে…', কাজ থেকে অঙ্গনার সঙ্গে প্রেম, অকপট রোহন". Hindustan Times (in Bengali). Retrieved 6 July 2025.
  17. ^ Rana, Sayani (14 February 2025). "'বিষহরি'-এর সেটে সাপের সঙ্গে মোলাকাত থেকে, মায়ানগরীর নানা অভিজ্ঞতার ঝুলি উপুড় করে দিলেন শোলাঙ্কি". Hindustan Times (in Bengali). Retrieved 6 July 2025.
  18. ^ Rana, Sayani (15 October 2024). "আবার 'ফেলুদা'! সঙ্গে 'ডাইনি' মিমি, নতুন 'একেনবাবু' সিরিজ! বাংলা ওয়েবে কী কী চমক". Hindustan Times (in Bengali). Retrieved 6 July 2025.
  19. ^ Kumari, Sweety (5 February 2025). "As technicians 'stay away' from his set, TV serial director finds support from colleagues". Indian Express. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
  20. ^ Dey, Sreyashi (7 December 2024). "Tollywood trade union is 'bleeding' Bengali cinema—forced hires, work limits, boycotts". ThePrint. Retrieved 5 July 2025.
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