Ghumpori (2025)
Ghumpori: A Love Story Defined by Yearning
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Featuring Pritom, Tanjin Tisha, and Parsha, Ghumpori is a captivating exploration of love and longing, woven into a beautifully crafted narrative.
The best on-screen love stories often thrive on their ability to be completely fictional, free from the constraints of relatability. Audiences don’t remember the mundane tales of a couple that breaks up, only to realize their true feelings later. A love story’s core should be one thing — love itself. Ghumpori, a Chorki original film, perfectly embodies this essence.
The film follows Megh (Pritom Hasan), a struggling tutor doing his best to get by, and his devotion to the chronically ill Jyoti (Tanjin Tisha). At the same time, Megh’s student, Usha (Parsha Mahjabeen Purnee), quietly harbors feelings for her tutor. What unfolds is a poignant journey of passion and yearning.
Set in the present, Jyoti is critically ill, while Usha, now a doctor, tends to her. Despite the mounting tragedy, Megh does everything in his power to remain by Jyoti’s side. The narrative is divided into three parts, each exploring the perspectives of Megh, Jyoti, and Usha.
Ghumpori is a film for those seeking an escape into the realm of fiction. It draws inspiration from Humayun Ahmed’s Opekkha, a novel that, like the film, delves into anticipation and the power of hopeful longing. Even when the outcome seems inevitable, one still holds onto the hope for a miraculous twist.
The Magic Lies in the Details
Megh starts his day in a brightly lit room, basking in the warmth and vibrancy of the space. This contrasts with the opposite side of the room, where Jyoti lies unconscious, her breathing labored and the monitor’s irregular beeps filling the silence. The mood quickly becomes heavier.
As Megh urgently calls for a doctor, the scene shifts, and soon a doctor enters, accompanied by someone from Megh’s past — Usha, the one he left without explanation. Their eyes meet, a fleeting moment of unspoken connection before a tear falls for Jyoti.
The film’s magic lies in these quiet, intimate moments and the minute details. Though no words are exchanged, the audience intuitively understands the complex ties that bind the three characters.
The language in Ghumpori is as poetic as the visuals themselves. It echoes the grandeur of classic Bangla literature, giving the film a theatrical aura. In a key moment towards the end, Megh delivers a powerful line to Usha, which, loosely translated, conveys how humans endure through longing, and longing thrives on hope.
The background score, especially tracks like Mondo Hotona by Antu Dash, further elevates the emotional depth of the story.
A Story Told Through Light
What truly distinguishes Ghumpori is its exceptional use of light. The soft, golden tones representing the past evoke warmth and nostalgia, particularly during Megh and Jyoti’s university days. In stark contrast, Jyoti’s present is cast in a cold blue, signifying her frozen state in time. One side of her bed remains blue, while the other retains hints of color, signifying that her memories continue to live on. Megh’s red sweater further emphasizes the enduring love he holds for Jyoti.
Although the film’s pace is slow, its captivating cinematography and storytelling ensure that the audience remains engaged. Even though the ending may feel predictable, the audience is still emotionally invested in Megh, Jyoti, and Usha until the very last frame.
The Power of a Simple Story
Ghumpori celebrates the notion that love isn’t always neatly defined. You don’t need a formal relationship to be in love with someone. It brings back a type of love that feels old-fashioned — where two people simply enjoy each other’s presence, share conversations, stroll together, or take rickshaw rides. Simple, yet profoundly moving.
Even though the film features a love triangle, the relationships are kept refreshingly uncomplicated. Viewers won’t find themselves picking sides between the two women. Instead, the desire for all three characters is simply for them to find peace.
It would be remiss to discuss the film without acknowledging the actors who brought these characters to life. Pritom Hasan shines as Megh, subtly conveying his quiet sorrow for Jyoti and his transformation from a university student to someone who would do anything for a woman he never even spoke to.
Parsha Mahjabeen Purnee excels as Usha, capturing her evolution from a hopelessly infatuated young woman to someone who learns to treasure her love as something uniquely personal.
Tanjin Tisha’s portrayal of Jyoti, though central to the narrative, is best appreciated through the perspectives of those around her.
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