Mahapurush (The Holy Man)

Directed by legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray, this satirical comedy follows a charlatan holy man who claims to be 5,000 years old and uses his supposed mystical powers to deceive wealthy followers. When a skeptical young man and his girlfriend investigate the 'holy man's' claims, they uncover his elaborate fraud. A witty critique of blind faith and religious exploitation, this Bengali-language film showcases Ray's masterful storytelling and sharp social commentary. Part of Ray's Kapurush-O-Mahapurush double feature.