Ultimately, the scene broke a major glass ceiling regarding the depiction of sexuality in Indian independent cinema, even as it highlighted the risks actors face when transitioning between local industries and global arthouse projects.
"For six months after Chatrak, I lost film offers. Family-oriented producers ran away. But then, OTT happened. Suddenly, my scene looked tame compared to international shows. Directors called me saying, 'You were a decade ahead.' That was validation." paoli dam hot scene in bengali movie chatrak exclusive