Bengali cinema has come along a long way since its inception. Initially it was the stage actors who shouldered the responsibility of establishing the Bengali film industry successfully. Today Bengali cinema has literally established itself as one of the leading filmmaking industries. The Bengali cinema is primarily concentrated in Tollygunge, Kolkata. This is the reason why it is often referred to as `Tollywood.`

The history of Bengali cinema traces its origin to the time of the New Theatres. It is from here that some of the most talented technicians and directors rose to fame. The Bengali film industry has also a major role to play in the economy of the state. Contributions from a number of Bengali film personalities have also enriched this industry. The Bengali cinema producers have worked a lot to consolidate this industry as well. The best part of the Bengali cinema is that there is no dearth of talent here. The passion and dedication that the Bengalis have for the medium of cinema is outstanding. Such sentiments are, thus, easily portrayed on screen.