Manas Basu is an Indian film writer and director who primarily works in the Bengali film industry. Started his career as a journalist, Basu later moved into filmmaking. He is best known for directing films like Rudra The Fire (2007), Tollywood Focus (2008), Aleyaa (2010), Dekha Holo Dujonay (2013). Manas Basu has scripted and directed films for television channels like Selfier Phande and Bristi Bheja Roddur. He also made award-winning documentaries and short films like Forlorn Tudung and Aurora Borealis. Manas Basu`s 2020 project includes Chobiyal, a drama film.