Tollywood Welcomes A Fresh Wave Of Romance With Babai Sens Shiuli Releasing On June 12

After a long time, Bengali cinema is all set to witness a refreshing romantic drama on the big screen. Scheduled to release in theatres on June 12, 2026, ‘Shiuli’ promises to move beyond conventional love stories and present an emotional journey filled with love, culture and human relationships.
Directed by Babai Sen and produced by Sushmita Adhikari under the banner of Arshi Entertainment, the film is also backed by presentation partner Nazim Munsi and The Luxurious Living. Blending Bengali and South Indian cultural elements, ‘Shiuli’ has already started generating strong excitement among audiences ahead of its release.
A Love Story Beyond Language And Cultural Barriers
At the heart of ‘Shiuli’ lies an emotional triangular love story between a Bengali woman and a South Indian man. The film explores how love, friendship and emotional connection can rise above language, lifestyle and cultural differences.
Director Babai Sen, known for his emotionally layered storytelling in films like Brutta and Chup, steps into a completely new space with ‘Shiuli’. Rather than following the usual Tollywood romantic formula, the film focuses on emotional complexities, cultural contrasts and modern relationships with a fresh cinematic approach.
Meet The Cast
The film features a blend of fresh talents and experienced performers who bring emotional depth to the story.
Twinkle Barua plays the titular role of Shiuli, portraying the innocence, emotional strength and sensitivity of a Bengali woman.
Rasil stars as Shibu, the South Indian protagonist whose emotional journey forms a major part of the narrative.
Sudipta Chakraborty appears as Trina, a character who brings a major turning point to the triangular relationship.
Arshi Sen makes a special appearance, adding mystery and intrigue to the storyline.
Soulful Music And Stunning Visuals
Music remains one of the biggest highlights of ‘Shiuli’. The soundtrack has been composed by Pritam Deb and features vocals by popular artists including Prashmita Paul, Pata, Adrij Ghosh and Souvik Kar. According to the makers, each song has been designed to emotionally connect with audiences while beautifully complementing the film’s narrative.
Visually, the film also promises a rich cinematic experience. Moving beyond the usual urban backdrop, the makers have shot extensively across scenic outdoor locations outside Kolkata, giving the story a visually refreshing texture.
Babai Sen On The Vision Behind ‘Shiuli’
Speaking about the project, director Babai Sen shared that telling a story about two completely different cultures was both challenging and creatively fulfilling. His aim was to introduce fresh talent to Bengali cinema while creating a content-driven romantic drama that audiences of all generations could connect with emotionally.
Backed by producer Sushmita Adhikari’s vision and the elegant support of The Luxurious Living, ‘Shiuli’ is expected to bring a fresh identity to modern Bengali romantic cinema.
Set for release on June 12, 2026, ‘Shiuli’ is poised to become one of the most talked-about romantic films of the year, celebrating love, emotions and the beauty of cultural connection on the big screen.