---
title: "Arike"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/arike-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 125237
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Arike (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/arike-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Arike is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A playful matchmaker sparks love and chaos in a breezy Bengali romance."

### Why Watch
- Charming performances
- Warm adaptation of Sunil Gangopadhyay’s story
- Humorous take on love

### Caveats & Content Note
- Focus on a love triangle may not appeal to all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a gentle, comedic tone suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: lighthearted, romantic, comedic, bengali

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/arike-2012#watch.

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film based on?
It is based on an Indian Bengali short story by Sunil Gangopadhyay.

### Q: Who are the central characters?
The story follows Anuradha, Shantanu, and Kalpana.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a comedy and romance.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 59 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released?
Arike was released in 2012.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Arike — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/125237)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*