Shakespeare’s ageless classic “Othello” will be released as “Athhoi” on the silver screen, featuring a modern touch.

The official movie poster was released recently in reaction to the overwhelmingly positive reception received by the announcement video. To set the tone for its June 14 release, the poster contrasts Arna Mukhopadhyay, Sohini Sarkar, and Anirban Bhattacharya dramatically. The billboard skillfully draws attention to the moral duality between good and evil. The conflict between good and evil is a key theme, suggesting that each person is born with this conflict.

Arna Mukhopadhyay plays Dr. Athhoi Lodha, a sophisticated retelling of Shakespeare’s Othello, and also directs the film. Sohini Sarkar plays Diya, a character modeled after Desdemona, while Anirban Bhattacharya plays Gogo, a figure reminiscent of the cunning Iago.

Anirban Bhattacharya is also the creative director of the film.

As “Athhoi” moves from the theatre to the opulence of the big screen, it symbolizes passion and dedication. Since March 2016, this rendition of Shakespeare’s political empathy story, which debuted on stage under “Nathada’s” direction, has received significant and universal praise. The enormous response inspired the creators to decide to adapt this story for the big screen.

With a June 14 release date set, “Athhoi” is sure to become a historic film event that fans all over the world are looking forward to. Viewers may expect an in-depth examination of human emotions as the film explores themes of love, ambition, and envy in a contemporary setting through this adaptation.

“Our goal with Athhoi is to give audiences a fresh perspective on a classic tale. With a backdrop of mystery and deceit, it’s an exciting adventure to uncover the intricacies of the human soul. The three of us were completely in sync from Day 1 because we were all performing in the play together” said Anirban.

Sohini Sarkar said, “It has been an incredible experience to play Diya. She is a strong yet vulnerable heroine, and I think viewers will be able to relate to her journey on a very deep emotional level”.

“Bringing Athhoi to life has been a labor of love. We’ve made an effort to give this timeless tale modern resonance. It speaks to people of all ages. We have added a touch of contemporary while staying true to Shakespearean vision” said Arna.

“Athhoi” is a film that is sure to captivate viewers with its cinematic extravaganza and provocative examination of the ramifications of unbridled manipulation and the eternal force of love.

Priyanka Dutta