Darshan Kumaar Reveals Gaining 14 Kilos For Vivek Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files; Says, “I Worked Really Hard”

Darshan Kumar is stepping into one of the most intense roles of his career with Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files. The film, which explores the harrowing events of Direct Action Day, is set for release on September 5, 2025, and promises to be both a cinematic and educational experience.

Darshan Kumaar Reveals Gaining 14 Kilos For Vivek Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files

Kumar portrays an honest CBI officer tasked with handling a politically sensitive case in Bengal. Reflecting on the preparation required, he said, “I play the role of an honest CBI officer who reaches Bengal to handle a sensitive case. It has been one of the most challenging roles to play, thanks to Vivek ji who has written such a layered character. To prepare for the role, I did a lot of research on how the CBI works—how they handle sensitive and high-pressure cases. “

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He continued, “I read reports, watched real-life interviews, and even spoke to a few people who understand the system. I wanted to get the right body language, mindset, and discipline of a CBI officer. To look and feel the part, I worked really hard. I even gained around 14 kilos for the role. I didn’t just play a CBI officer — I lived his silence, his discipline, and his inner battles.”

Darshan On TBF’s Narrative

Talking about the film, Darshan said, “The Bengal Files is not just a film — it’s a history lesson. And it’s releasing on Teachers’ Day for a reason. It teaches us about a horrifying chapter we were never taught enough about — Direct Action Day. It was terrifying, brutal, and real. People will walk out of the theatre with more than just emotions — they’ll walk out with knowledge. And hopefully, that knowledge ensures something like this never happens again.”

About The Bengal Files

Written and directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, The Bengal Files produced by Abhishek Agarwal and Pallavi Joshi. It stars Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher, Darshan Kumar, Pallavi Joshi, amongst the ensemble of cast. The film releases in theatres on September 5, 2025.

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