Sudipto Sen says he won’t produce films again after ‘Charak: Face of Faith’: ‘It’s tough, direction is where my strength lies’

Sudipto Sen has said he does not plan to produce films again. The filmmaker, known for the controversial hit ‘The Kerala Story,' opened up about his upcoming film ‘Charak: Face Of Faith’ and the lessons he learned from producing. He shared that the financial pressure and responsibility of production pushed him to rethink his role in filmmaking.

Sudipto Sen on ‘Charak: Fair of Faith’

In an interview with Free Press Journal, Sen spoke about his new project, ‘Charak: Face Of Faith,' which explores faith and ritual practices. He described the film as a deeply researched story that looks at traditions connected to the Charak festival.

Speaking about his experience with production, Sen said he does not want to take on that responsibility again. “I will not produce again. It is a very tough job. When you produce a film, you carry the entire burden on your shoulders.”


He explained that directing allows him to stay focused on storytelling without the constant pressure of managing finances and logistics. “I want to concentrate on direction. That is where my strength lies,” he said.

Sen also stressed that ‘Charak: Face Of Faith’ is not meant to judge or sensationalize religious practices. Instead, the film aims to present the subject through a balanced narrative that encourages viewers to think about belief and tradition.

Sen shared that the film required extensive groundwork. “We did a lot of research. We spoke to people and studied the rituals closely before writing the script,” he said.

‘Charak: Face Of Faith’ story and research

Sen said the film tries to show the human side of faith and the emotions connected to ritual practices. According to him, the project attempts to present a layered view of devotion, tradition, and the social dynamics surrounding such events.

He also noted that films dealing with sensitive subjects demand careful storytelling. “When you deal with faith, you must be responsible. You cannot approach it casually,” he said.

Sen gained widespread attention after directing ‘The Kerala Story,' a film that sparked strong reactions and debate across the country. The project also performed strongly at the box office, which placed the director in the national spotlight.

With ‘Charak: Face Of Faith,' Sen hopes to start conversations about belief and cultural practices while continuing to explore stories rooted in real social themes.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”