There are no good or bad characters and above all, nothing in the script that talks of a highly principled central character. Each character has been created so beautifully that they seem real. The director has kept it simple and straightforward yet heart-touching without going the poetic way. The depiction seems real without use of too much imagery. Instead, the continuous flow of communication is good for the script. The best part is that it doesn't necessarily sound verbose with all the constant exchange of dialogues between the characters. The extremely real family situation, a touch of satire here and there, witty exchanges, everyday yet profound dialogues and excellent acting make the film strong in almost all areas. And it's this friendship that you will enjoy every bit on screen. His only companion, apart from his bedridden wife, is his school friend Sukumar.

Rather the self-righteous image of this lonely man will find support and empathy among the audience. When Borunbabu is shown snapping at most of his family members and para residents, little will you perceive him as cynical. The film involves you in its proceedings with an extremely real depiction of a modern-day cultured Bengali family that sees three generations living together. This craftsmanship is not just limited to the way the characters emote but also in the way the audience receives the happenings on screen. Rather, towards the climax and also all along the film's runtime, the director builds the emotions he wants to with enviable ease. The screenplay is so taut and the acting so natural that you will not find yourself waiting for the film to end. Review: Borunbabur Bondhu is a rare gem in the current Bengali cinema scenario. But what makes everyone shower so much love and attention on him all of a sudden? His only companion for expressing his thoughts is his school friend, Sukumar (Paran Bandyopadhyay).

He is lonely despite having a large family that does its duty towards him but seldom takes care of him. His wife Lolita (Madhabi Mukhopadhyay) is bedridden. Story: An octogenerian Borunbabu (Soumitra Chatterjee) is perceived as getting irritable with age.

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