Indian cinema has a rich history of featuring Trams, especially in films set in Kolkata, where Trams are an iconic part of the city’s landscape. Here are some notable Indian movies that have incorporated Trams into their sequences. Recently OTT movie “Khakee: The Bengal Chapter” is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language crime drama television series set in Kolkata in the early 2000s and uses the Nonapukur Tramdepot for a gunfight scene.
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- Mahanagar (1963): Directed by Satyajit Ray, this film portrays the life of a middle-class family in Kolkata, with Trams serving as a backdrop to the city’s daily hustle.
- Apur Sansar (1959): Also, by Satyajit Ray, the third instalment of the Apu Trilogy captures various facets of Kolkata, including its Tramways, symbolizing the protagonist’s journey.
- Kahaani (2012): This thriller, starring Vidya Balan, extensively showcases Kolkata’s Trams, adding authenticity to its setting.
- Barfi! (2012): Anurag Basu’s film features Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra, with several scenes set against the backdrop of Kolkata’s Trams, enhancing its nostalgic charm.
- Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! (2015): Set in the 1940s, this detective film authentically recreates Kolkata’s ambiance, with Trams playing a significant role in depicting the era.
- Piku (2015): Starring Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan, this film includes scenes with Trams, highlighting everyday life in Kolkata.
- Yuva (2004): Directed by Mani Ratnam, this film features sequences with Trams, capturing the essence of Kolkata’s urban landscape.
- Parineeta (2005): A period romance that beautifully integrates Trams into its narrative, showcasing Kolkata’s colonial charm.
- Calcutta News (2008): This Malayalam film, set in Kolkata, uses Trams to depict the city’s unique atmosphere.
- Ek Tha Tiger (2012): While not set in India, this Bollywood action film features a notable fight sequence aboard Dublin’s Luas Tramsystem.
These films not only utilize Trams as a mode of transportation but also as a storytelling device, reflecting the cultural and historical essence of their settings.
