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September 10, 2025Bengal Journal of PsychiatryOpen Access

Reflections of the Mind: Bengali Cinema and Mental Health

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This review analyzes cinematic portrayals of mental health in Bengali films, highlighting stigma and therapeutic encounters.

Bengali cinema shapes public perceptions of mental health, influencing both stigma and understanding.
Key trends identified from films spanning the 1950s to 2020s indicate evolving depictions of mental health.
The analysis involves significant films and characters reflecting on psychological distress and mental illness.
Collaboration between the film industry and mental health professionals is crucial for improving portrayals.

Karmakar et al. (2025) studied this question.

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