Sachin Bhowmick was a prominent Indian screenwriter and director, known for his work in films like “Anuradha” (1960), “Brahmachari” (1968), “Aradhana” (1969), “Gol Maal” (1979), “Karan Arjun” (1995), and “Koi… Mil Gaya” (2003).
Early Life and Career
Sachin Bhowmick was born on July 17, 1930, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. He pursued his education at the Government College of Arts and Crafts in Kolkata, where he graduated in 1952. His academic background in the arts likely influenced his creative writing style and visual storytelling abilities.
Bhowmick began his career as a scriptwriter in the early 1950s. His first major break came with the screenplay for the film “Lajwanti” in 1958. Known for his versatility, he wrote in a wide range of genres, from romantic comedies to action thrillers. Bhowmick, a prolific writer, wrote stories or screenplays for over 94 films in his career spanning five decades.
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After Lajwanti, Bhowmick followed it with classics like Anuradha (1960), which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film. Directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Anuradha, tells the story of a doctor’s wife, played by Leela Naidu, who sacrifices her own dreams of being a singer for the morals of her husband (Balraj Sahni). It’s a poignant tale of love and loss, featuring soulful soundtracks by Pandit Ravi Shankar.
Bhowmick again worked with Mukherjee in Chhaya (1961) starring Sunil Dutt and Asha Parekh and Memdidi (1961) starring Lalita Pawar, David, Jayant, and Tanuja. He also wrote story of Ziddi and Majboor which released in 1964.
He wrote the screenplay of the romantic drama Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964), directed by Mohan Kumar. The film starring Rajendra Kumar and Saira Banu as lovers and Dharmendra as a villain was a big musical hit. In 1965 he Bhowmick crafted the story of Bhappi Sonie’s Jaanwar with Shammi Kapoor and Rajshree. The plot mixes adventure and love. Then came Love in Tokyo, directed by Pramod Chakravorty and starring Joy Mukherjee and Asha Parekh. Bhowmick wrote the screenplay of the love story set in Tokyo. The film was musical blockbuster
The Iconic Work
He also wrote 1960s romantic musicals like Aaye Din Bahar Ke (1966), An Evening in Paris (1967), Brahmachari (1968), Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke (1969), and Aan Milo Sajna (1970).
One of his most notable films was Aradhana (1969), which was responsible for the meteoric rise of superstar Rajesh Khanna. “Aradhana” was loosely based on “To Each His Own (1946),” starring Olivia de Havilland in the role, which was later played by Sharmila Tagore. For the film, De Havilland won an Academy Award for Best Actress.
Directed by Bhowmick, Raja Rani (1973), is his sole directorial venture. He cast Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore in this black comedy. The story follows an accidental wedding of a thief Raja, with an innocent girl.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Bhowmick continued to write successful films like Caravan (1971), Be-Imaan (1972), Dost (1974), Khel Khel Mein (1975), Hum Kisise Kum Naheen (1977), Gol Maal (1979), Karz (1980), Nastik (1983), Do Aur Do Paanch (1980), Bemisal (1982), Zamaane Ko Dikhana Hai (1981), Andar Baahar (1984), Saaheb (1985), and Karma (1986).
Later Work
In the 1990s, his notable films include Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994), Yeh Dillagi (1994), Karan Arjun (1995), Koyla (1997), Soldier (1998), Aa Ab Laut Chalen (1999), Taal (1999), Keemat (1998), Koi Mil Gaya (2003), and Krrish (2006).
In addition to his work in films, Bhowmick was a regular contributor to “Ultorath,” a Bengali magazine focused on cinema. This platform allowed him to share his insights and passion for films with a broader audience.
Personal Life
Bhowmick’s personal life saw him marry actress Kalpana, though they later divorced. He remarried in 1971 to Bansari Bhowmick, with whom he had a son. He continued to be active in the film industry until his death on April 12, 2011, in Mumbai.
His prolific output and the enduring popularity of his films mark Sachin Bhowmick’s legacy in Indian cinema. His work continues to be celebrated by audiences and filmmakers alike. Please tell us your favourite film, Bhowmick.
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