Playing Kashmiri Pandit wasn't just a character but a responsibility: Darshan Kumar

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Darshan Kumar has shared that stepping once again into the shoes of a Kashmiri Pandit in "The Bengal Files" was not just a character, but a "responsibility".

Three years after the tremendous success of 'The Kashmir Files', Darshan Kumar is returning to the big screen with another powerful story. 'The Bengal Files', formerly known as 'The Delhi Files', is the third installment in director Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's much discussed 'Files' trilogy, following the politically charged 'The Tashkent Files' (2019) and the nationally debated 'The Kashmir Files' (2022).

The film boasts a stellar cast featuring, Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty, Puneet Issar and Pallavi Joshi. Reflecting on the teaser’s launch and the nature of the role, Darshan shared, “I’m really excited and a little nervous about the teaser of The Bengal Files. My character carries the pain, strength, and resilience of an entire community. After The Kashmir Files, stepping into the shoes of another Kashmiri Pandit was not just a role, but a responsibility.”

Kumar stated, “This time, it’s even more intense — raw, emotional, and brutally honest. I’ve poured my heart into it and tried to do justice to their unheard voices. I truly hope people connect with my character’s journey and the powerful message this film delivers. Some stories don’t just need to be told — they need to be felt.”

The actor also expressed his admiration and gratitude for working alongside industry legends.

“It’s truly amazing to work once again with Anupam Kher ji, Pallavi Joshi ji, Mithun Da, and Puneet Issar, under the direction of Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri sir and the production of Abhishek Agarwal. Being part of a film with such legendary artists feels like a blessing. I’m truly grateful to share screen space with these living legends—it’s an experience that inspires and elevates me as an actor,” Darshan said.