Tangra Blues Movie Review
Worth a Watch
4 of 5 critics recommend it. Average 3.2 out of 5. BMR estimates count a little less than ratings the critics gave, so this can differ slightly from a plain average.
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The story
a jubilant musical journey set against the backdrop of gang wars. Tangra Blues follows two people who go through various highs and lows of life, wrestling with the memories of the past and struggles of the present to create a foundation for a hopeful future.
Directed by Supriyo Sen. Starring Parambrata Chatterjee, Madhumita Sarkar, Oishani Dey, Atmadeep Ghosh, Samiul Alam.
BMR's take on Tangra Blues
- Critics agree onPerformances
- Where they splitCritics broadly agree: nearly every score sits within a point of the average.
Worked out automatically from the 5 reviews on this page. This is BMR's reading, not any one critic's.
Tangra Blues movie review: what critics say (5)
How to read the score
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3.0/5BMR estimate
Thedailyeye · 18 Oct 2026
“The camera work and lead performance impress, but the predictable story and weak conflicts make this urban musical drama a major disappointment overall.”
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The critic gave no star rating, so BMR estimated one from the words of the review. The critic praises the strong cinematography and lead performance, but criticizes the tired tropes, weak narrative build-up, and predictable resolution. This results in a mixed review leaning positive for its technical merits while ultimately calling it a missed opportunity. How estimates work
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3.5/5BMR estimate
Sayani Ghatak · Anandabazar Patrika · 17 Apr 2021
“The film successfully presents a gritty and realistic portrayal of marginalized lives with strong performances and great music, though the second half feels somewhat extended.”
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The critic gave no star rating, so BMR estimated one from the words of the review. The critic praises the gritty realism, strong performances, and effective musical score that tell a compelling underdog story. The main criticism is that the second half feels somewhat prolonged, which lands the review in the positive with clear flaws tier matching the printed 7/10 rating. How estimates work
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3.5/5BMR estimate
Nirmal Dhar · Sangbad Pratidin · 16 Apr 2021
“The director successfully blends documentary realism with a compelling fictional narrative, though the storytelling occasionally relies on familiar dramatic tropes and predictable conflicts.”
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The critic gave no star rating, so BMR estimated one from the words of the review. The critic praises the film for its sincere storytelling, strong performances, and effective blend of documentary elements with fiction. The criticism notes that it has many flaws and relies on some predictable dramatic tropes, but ultimately lands on a positive rung due to its heartfelt execution and social relevance. How estimates work
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2.5/5BMR estimate
Ishita Sengupta · Indian Express · 18 Apr 2021
“The musical drama features some decent moments, but the overall project feels unconvincing and remains largely forgettable.”
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The critic gave no star rating, so BMR estimated one from the words of the review. The review highlights how the film has its moments and connects to a fascinating real-life premise, but it is ultimately weighed down by feeling unconvincing and largely unmemorable. This lands the critique firmly in the mixed, leaning negative territory. How estimates work
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3.5/5
Upam Buzarbaruah · Times of India · 4 Jun 2021
“The musical features enjoyable rap numbers and strong performances by the younger cast members, but the narrative struggles with a superficial depiction of local crime lords.”
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The verdict in short
What critics say
3.2/5Critics are mostly positive on Tangra Blues, and they broadly agree. 5 critics average 3.2/5. Highest: 3.5/5 from Sayani Ghatak. Lowest: 2.5/5 from Ishita Sengupta. Praise goes to performances and music. Complaints focus on the script. 4 of 5 rate it 3.0/5 or higher.
- Praisedperformances (2)
- SplitCritics broadly agree: nearly every score sits within a point of the average.
Highest 3.5/5 BMR estimate · Sayani Ghatak · Anandabazar Patrika
“The film successfully presents a gritty and realistic portrayal of marginalized lives with strong performances and great music, though the second half feels somewhat exte”
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Lowest 2.5/5 BMR estimate · Ishita Sengupta · The Indian Express
“The musical drama features some decent moments, but the overall project feels unconvincing and remains largely forgettable.”
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How is this worked out?
Average of 5 scored reviews, spread 2.5 to 3.5. Praise and complaints are the themes that appear most in the review excerpts, so they reflect only what the excerpts say.
Automatic summary from the scores and review excerpts. Updated 14 hours ago.
What viewers say
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Cast and crew
Parambrata ChatterjeeSanjib
Madhumita SarkarJoyee
Atmadeep Ghosh
- Director
- Supriyo Sen
- Music director
- Nabarun Bose
- Writers
- Parambrata Chatterjee, Supriyo Sen
- Cinematographer
- Ranjan Palit
- Editor
- Sumit Chowdhury
- Producers
- Shrikant Mohta, Mahendra Soni
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Unlock Tangra Blues box officeWhat else the data says
- Lead actorParambrata Chatterjee's other 23 scored films here average 3.4 out of 5.
- Among 2021 filmsRanks #7 of 11 Bengali films of 2021 with a BMR score. The 2021 average is 3.3 out of 5.
Questions about Tangra Blues
Is Tangra Blues worth watching?
Tangra Blues has a BMR score of 3.2 out of 5 (Worth a Watch), calculated from 5 scored reviews. This includes 4 labelled BMR estimates for reviews without published star ratings; those numbers are our interpretations, not ratings given by the critics. The score uses weighted averaging; read the original reviews to decide whether it suits you.
What do critics say about Tangra Blues?
1 collected reviews give published critic ratings, ranging from 3.5 to 3.5 out of 5. Another 4 reviews have labelled BMR estimates rather than ratings supplied by their authors. Follow the original review links above for each critic's reasoning.
Is Tangra Blues a hit or a flop?
BMR has not assigned a verdict to Tangra Blues. Its recorded India net collection estimate is ₹0.04 Cr. We have not verified its budget, so this collection figure alone cannot establish a hit or flop verdict.
What is the box office collection of Tangra Blues?
The recorded India net collection estimate is ₹0.04 Cr. Trade estimates can differ from producer figures; India net is not worldwide gross. The collection page shows the source and any available day-wise breakdown.
When did Tangra Blues release?
Tangra Blues released in cinemas on 15 April 2021.
Who is in the cast of Tangra Blues?
The cast of Tangra Blues includes Parambrata Chatterjee, Madhumita Sarkar, Oishani Dey, Atmadeep Ghosh, Samiul Alam.
Who directed Tangra Blues? Who wrote it?
Tangra Blues is directed by Supriyo Sen. It is written by Parambrata Chatterjee and Supriyo Sen.
Where can I watch Tangra Blues online? Is Tangra Blues on OTT?
Tangra Blues released in cinemas on 15 April 2021. BMR has not yet verified its current streaming availability. A missing listing here does not mean an OTT release has not happened.
What is Tangra Blues about?
a jubilant musical journey set against the backdrop of gang wars. Tangra Blues follows two people who go through various highs and lows of life, wrestling with the memories of the past and struggles of the present to create a foundation for a hopeful future.
How long is Tangra Blues? What is the runtime?
Tangra Blues is listed at 2h 0m.