Patol Babu, Film Star

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Patol Babu is the protagonist of the story. He is a fifty-two-year-old former stage actor who is now struggling to earn a living. He is also known as Patol or Dadu.

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Nishikanto Babu visits Patol Babu to tell him about an acting opportunity. His youngest brother-in-law works in the film business and has arranged a small role for Patol Babu.

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He is offered the role of a pedestrian. The part is described as an absent-minded, short-tempered pedestrian, and it is a small speaking part.

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A handbill is a small printed advertisement distributed by hand. Patol Babu’s name had appeared in handbills during his earlier acting days.

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He is excited because acting in a film is beyond his wildest dreams. He tries to hide his feelings and says he does not see why he should say no, so that he does not look too eager.

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The shooting takes place at Faraday House, a seven-storey office building near the crossing of Bentinck Street and Mission Row.

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He is expected to be there at eight-thirty sharp on a Sunday.

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He feels nervous because there is a big crowd outside the building and he is unsure about his role. His heart trembles as he moves towards the entrance.