Banarasi Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Banarasi.
Banarasi Ending Explained: Ratan sees a courtesan on the roads of Kolkata and identifies her to be Sona, his long lost childhood lover who was kidnapped from the ghats of Benaras and could never be found again. Directed by Arup Guhathakurta, this 1962 story film stars Soumitra Chatterjee, alongside Tulsi Chakraborty, Anup Kumar, Ruma Guha Thakurta. Rated 0/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of Banarasi?
Ratan sees a courtesan on the roads of Kolkata and identifies her to be Sona, his long lost childhood lover who was kidnapped from the ghats of Benaras and could never be found again. He goes over to her place and finds out that she was indeed, Sona. However after being kidnapped her life had changed. She was forced into a life which she never wanted. Ratan urges her to come along with him, and after much dilemma, she gives in. They get married and move to a different place and start life afresh. However much to Ratan's horror, Sona's dark past haunt them until one day Sona is humiliated in public by one of her old clients who recognize her. Sona decides to leave his husband for good as she was the reason for his misery. True love wins in the end as Ratan promises to always be by her side no matter what the society's verdict is. Watch the full movie, Benarasi, only on Eros Now.
Arup Guhathakurta's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Soumitra Chatterjee's journey. He goes over to her place and finds out that she was indeed, Sona.
How Does Soumitra Chatterjee's Story End?
- Soumitra Chatterjee: Soumitra Chatterjee's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Tulsi Chakraborty: Tulsi Chakraborty's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Anup Kumar: Anup Kumar's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Banarasi Mean?
The ending of Banarasi brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Soumitra Chatterjee's story may not satisfy all audiences.