In a landmark achievement for Bengali cinema, the film Rappa Roy Full Stop Dot Com has been officially selected for the 16th edition of the Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival 2026. This festival is one of India's most prestigious platforms celebrating independent filmmaking.
About the Film and Its Team
Directed and produced by Dhiman Barman, the movie features Debashis Roy in a pivotal role as Tony Ghoshal, a character deeply embedded in Bengali literary pop culture. The film draws inspiration from the popular comic series by Sujog Bandopadhyay, which has maintained a loyal readership since the early 2000s.
Debashis Roy on His Role
Opening up about the film and its journey, Debashis Roy expressed his excitement: "Our film has been selected at the Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival, Delhi, and it's truly an honour. 'Rappa Roy' is a very famous comic among Bengali readers — for many, he's like their own Superman or Spider-Man. It's been my dream to be part of this project."
Roy elaborated on his character: "I play Tony Ghoshal, who is very close to Rappa — almost like a constant companion. Every iconic character has a partner, like Feluda has Topshe or Byomkesh has Ajit. Tony is that person for Rappa."
A Comedy with Depth
While the film is rooted in comedy, it also carries emotional and character-driven layers. "It's a comedy, but not just a comedy," Roy noted. "Tony is someone who truly believes he is Rappa's well-wisher and always looks out for him."
Crediting the Team
Roy credited the team behind the film: "I give the entire credit to Dhiman Barman, who is a perfectionist and helped me transform into Tony Ghoshal, and to Orpon Ghoshal, who plays Rappa. Our on-screen chemistry reflects our real-life friendship."
Festival Screening and Future Prospects
With the cast and crew set to present the film in New Delhi, the selection marks an important step for the project, bringing a beloved Bengali comic universe to a wider audience. As Rappa Roy Full Stop Dot Com gears up for its festival screening, the spotlight is now on how this adaptation of a cult favourite resonates beyond its core readership — potentially opening doors for more regional comic-inspired storytelling on national platforms.
