Not every film gets its moment under the highlight; some quietly fade away. There have been several Bollywood movies that were shot but never saw the sunshine of day. One such film is The Last Tenant, featuring Vidya Balan and Irrfan Khan. The movie had been shelved for many years, only to now discover a platform where it will probably finally be seen.
Shot nearly 25 years ago, The Last Tenant incorporates a young Irrfan Khan and Vidya Balan. Interestingly, this stays the one film during which the 2 actors shared screen space. For Vidya Balan, it’s believed to be amongst her earliest projects.
The Last Tenant: A Film That Was Almost Lost To Time
Directed & backed by Sarthak Dasgupta and co-produced by Neena, The Last Tenant has resurfaced with a quiet release on YouTube. The film has now skipped big screens and made its direct release on YouTube. As of now, the makers haven’t made it available on OTT platforms either. The film has been released as a tribute to Irrfan Khan on his death anniversary, adding a layer of poignancy to its long-awaited release.
Despite being accomplished, the film never made it to release and was shelved for over twenty years. Director Sarthak Dasgupta had nearly lost hope, especially after the unique footage went missing. In a cinematic turn, a VHS copy of the film was eventually found, making this release possible.
Vidya Balan Gets Emotional About The Release
Speaking in regards to the release, Vidya Balan shared her emotional response: “It feels surreal to see The Last Tenant finally reach audiences. I used to be just starting out, trying to search out my footing…Working with Irrfan was incredibly special then and that way more now, considering it’s the one time I got to share screen space with him. This film is a phenomenal reminder of where all of it began for me, and I’m glad it’s being shared as a tribute to him”.
YouTube Release Gets Strong Response
Released under Sarthak Dasgupta’s banner, The Salt Inc., The Last Tenant has already began gaining attention online. Inside just 3 days, the film has garnered near 2 lakh views on YouTube. This appears to be a powerful response to a project that when seemed forgotten.
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