Rooted in Language, Shaped beyond Boundaries: 'Shobdo Bilasi' Marks Anuradha Mazumdar's Second Book.

 

“Shobdo Bilasi” Book Release by Anuradha Mazumdar, Writer with actress Rachana Banerjee at Press Club. Picture by Bibhash Lodh/BS News Agency.

Sanchita Chatterjee, BS News Agency, Kolkata, January 19, 2026: The Bengali literary landscape expanded with the unveiling of

Shobdo Bilasi, the second poetry collection by poet and author Anuradha Mazumdar, published by Sobdoguchha Prakashana, marking an important moment in her evolving creative journey. The book presented a layered exploration of emotion, memory and social consciousness, reaffirming her deep-rooted commitment to Bengali literature and her belief in language as a powerful medium of expression.

The literary unveiling took place in the esteemed presence of Smt. Rachna Banerjee, Hon'ble Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha - Hooghly), Mr. Subodh Sarkar, renowned poet and literary figure, Sutopa Bandopadhyay, acclaimed elocutionist, anchor, television personality and actress, Mr. Rahul Burman, renowned actor and director, and Ms. Madhuchhanda Sen, Founder of Maya Art Space. Their presence lent depth and distinction to an evening dedicated to words and expression.

                                 

Anuradha Mazumdar, Writer with actress Rachana Banerjee at Press Club. Picture by Bibhash Lodh/BS News Agency.

Published by Sobdoguchha Prakashana, Shobdo Bilasi stood as a conscious celebration of the poet's love for her mother tongue. Written in Bengali, the book reflected a deep emotional allegiance to the language, even as the poet's life and upbringing unfolded beyond Bengal's geographical boundaries. The collection brought together varied forms of poetry, blending personal experiences with broader social realities, and reinforced the publisher's commitment to nurturing authentic literary voices.

Speaking on the unveiling of her second book, Shobdo Bilasi, Anuradha Mazumdar said, "This book grew out of moments of observation, silence and lived experience. Each poem carries a thought that stayed with me long enough to ask for expression. Writing in Bengali was instinctive, because this language allows me to speak with honesty and emotional depth. Through Shobdo Bilasi, I wanted to bring together personal reflection and social reality in a way that feels true to my journey."

Published by Sobdoguchha Prakashana, Shobdo Bilasi marked Anuradha Mazumdar's second step into the world of writing and signalled a clear evolution in her poetic voice. Through a range of themes and forms, the collection moved seamlessly between introspection and social awareness, capturing emotional honesty without losing literary depth. The book positioned itself as a contemporary reflection of lived experience, while underscoring the publisher's role in bringing forward meaningful voices in Bengali literature.