Those who have not read history well shud remember that Bengalis gave maximum blood in freedom struggle. In return, Britishers moved the capital from Calcutta to Delhi.
People who thinks Ray sold poverty have negative and imaginary IQ. Be content with Suraj Barjatiya et. all selling India's prosperity to west.
Bengali's are not over obsessive about their identities. That is why you won't find strong language based regionalism as in MH or TN. But Bengalis have deep rooted values. Remember it is the language that created Bangladesh (tussle between Urdu and Bangla) - have you ever seen a stronger force that broke the even the bond of Islam?
Re: Bengal's Contribution
by Telveer on Sep 03, 2008 08:54 AM Permalink
No sane person would argue about the greatness of Subash Bose or Satyajit Ray. However, they are all history (India was once the richest economy in the world) but once can not rest on past laurels.
In the past few decades, WB has gone from bad to worse. While Bengalis rest their lazy butts on their glorious past, most of remaining India went fast forward.
WB remains mired in decades of inefficient commie culture and crazy politicians like Mamatha (and atleast one foul mouthed, whining CA).
As for movies made in other states, I suggest you update your records. While Pather Panchali may have held its sway 40 years ago, other states too have made excellent movies which can hold their own weight.
Re: Bengal's Contribution
by hari ray on Sep 03, 2008 09:02 AM Permalink
I am a great admirer of Bollywood flicks and also seen great Marathi and Tamil movies. The movie comment was directed to someone who belittled Ray.
Yes, Bengal has only history to be proud of. That is why Sourav is so popular and adored (me included). Since we have nothing to feel happy about due to commi culture, we have elevated Dada to demi-god status
Re: Bengal's Contribution
by uday on Sep 03, 2008 08:49 AM Permalink
.......and yet they couldnt prevent or even acknowledge/regret the massacare of over 2 million Hindus in the 1971 war.....what a pity and shame....wasted bengal.....
