Chatrak follows the story of Rahul (played by Sudeep Mukherjee), a successful architect who returns to Kolkata from Dubai, and his girlfriend, played by . The film explores themes of urban alienation, identity, and the rapid, often chaotic, development of Kolkata.

Throughout the controversy, Paoli Dam maintained a professional stance, emphasizing that the scene was essential to the narrative and her character's emotional journey.

The specific controversy centered on an featuring Paoli Dam and co-star Anubrata Basu. While the film premiered at the 64th Cannes International Film Festival to critical curiosity, a leaked five-minute clip of the scene online sparked a massive uproar back in India. Paoli Dam's Perspective: "Nudity is Part of My Job"

When discussing the cinematic history of bold performances in Indian regional cinema, the stands as one of the most significant and debated moments. Released in 2011 and directed by Sri Lankan filmmaker Vimukthi Jayasundara , this Bengali-language film broke long-standing taboos regarding on-screen intimacy and nudity. The Context of Chatrak