Question

A brief summary of Patol Babu, film star by Satyajit Ray?

Answer 1

‘Patol Babu, Film Star’ by Satyajit Ray, is the story of Patol Babu, a 52 year old man who got an offer to play an insignificant role of a pedestrian in a film. The protagonist of the film was a super star, Chanchal Kumar, and Mr. Patol Babu was to act in a very minor role as a pedestrian. Chanchal Kumar was to run into him, while rushing to his office.

Patol Babu got really very excited about his role. However, when he reached the shooting scene for enacting his role, he was disappointed to know the insignificance and shortness of his scene. He was to just say the word ‘Oh!’ He wanted to get away from the scene. He did not want to play such a small role.

Patol Babu remembered his mentor, Guru, Gogon Pakrashi’s words. He had told him many years ago that he must never refuse any role, however small it might be. As an artist his aim should always be to make the most of the opportunity, and squeeze the last drop of meaning out of his lines. Remembering his Guru’s words, Patol Babu resolved to give his best to the small role offered to him. He rehearsed it many times, infusing different shades of emotions into the word ‘oh’.  At last the scene was shot, and everyone appreciated Patol Babu’s acting. Finally, Patol Babu left the shooting scene without even receiving his payment.