Arjunn Dutt’s Bengali marital drama explores the complex aftermath of a husband’s infidelity on his wedding anniversary. The film’s premise, that a man’s transgression on such a significant date should be readily forgiven if he is otherwise a good spouse and parent, is presented as flawed. The review draws a parallel to societal expectations that often encourage victims to remain silent for the sake of maintaining a semblance of normalcy. The wife, Mili, played by Tanusree Chakraborty, chooses not to forgive her husband, Swarnava, portrayed by Abir Chatterjee. Despite his pleas and promises, she breaks the marriage. The film questions the easy acceptance of such transgressions, with supporting characters like a lawyer friend downplaying the issue. The husband later marries Ronja, the woman he cheated with, raising further questions about the motivations and circumstances surrounding the infidelity. The reviewer draws a comparison to the Hindi film ‘Thodisi Bewafaai,’ highlighting the theme of a wife’s eventual longing. Mili’s evolving feelings are explored as she misses the intimacy. The screenplay is structured into three parts, each named after stages in the functionality of Mili’s refrigerator. Despite its flaws, the film evokes a poignant atmosphere, skillfully blending past and present and portraying the crumbling marriage and the incidental characters adding depth to the narrative. The actors deliver compelling performances, particularly Abir Chatterjee. Tanusree Chakraborty is decent, but the supporting cast are given stereotypical roles.
