Arjun Mallik is a popular RJ who is not only famous but well-loved. His listeners connect with him personally and his voice is music to their ears. However, his perfect life comes to an absolute halt when he is diagnosed with throat cancer. A story of hope, a story of friendship, a story of struggle - Konttho, is about the indomitable human spirit.
Acting
Shiboprosad Mukherjee's voiceless performance speaks volumes.
Direction
Directing duo finds poetry in silence and medical mundanity.
Writing
RJ banter gives way to devastating quiet moments.
Director
Shiboprosad Mukherjee
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Konttho sparked real conversations about laryngeal cancer awareness in Bengal, with hospitals reporting increased screenings post-release.
The directors cast actual laryngectomy patients as extras; Mukherjee spent weeks learning esophageal speech for authenticity.
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