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Director: Mimi Ghosh Runtime: 98 minutes The Premise: A retired item dancer in her 60s teaches classical dance to street kids in a red-light district. The "masala" comes when the local politician tries to evict them. The Review: Ghosh brings a feminist gaze to the Grade Masala genre. The item songs here are not for the male gaze; they are weaponized. The climax, where the old woman performs a dhunuchi naach while throwing bricks at riot police, is breathtaking. The uncensored dialogue between the women about their clients is sad, funny, and deeply human. Do not miss the director's Q&A if available. Fully Uncensored Bangla B Grade Masala Movie Songs With
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