September 10, 2025
New Delhi
Actors

Utpal Dutt: Acting Legend and A Revolutionary

Hindi film viewers know Utpal Dutt as an adorable comedian, a person they identify as the moustache-loving Bhavani Shankar of Golmaal (1979), who is hilarious to the core, but Utpal Dutt was much more than an actor, let alone a comedian. One of the greatest Shakespearean actors of all time and a legendary figure in

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Actors

Rahul Bose

Renowned actor, director, rugby player, and social activist, Rahul Bose, one of the finest actors of his generation, is known for his versatility and exceptional acting talent. Some of his iconic films include “Mr. and Mrs. Iyer,” “15 Park Avenue,” “Jhankaar Beats,” “Kucch Luv Jaisaa,” “Dil Dhadakne Do,” “Chameli,” and Shaurya. Early Life and Career

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Actors

Samit Bhanja

Known for his good looks and grounded performances, Samit Bhanja was an actor and director who worked in over 75 films in both Bengali and Hindi cinema. Some of his most iconic films include Apanjan (1968), Aranyer Din Ratri (1969), Guddi (1971), Ganadevata (1978), Sabuj Dwiper Raja (1979), Ganadevata (1978), Guddi (1971), and Abar Aranye

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Actresses

Sumitra Devi – The Beauty

One of the most beautiful actresses of all time, Sumitra Devi is widely considered an icon of both Bengali and Hindi cinema. She appeared in films like “Abhijog (1947),” “Devi Chowdhurani (1949),” “Mashal” (1950),” ‘”Deewana (1952),” “Mamta (1952),” ‘”Mayurpankh (1954),” “Dasyu Mohan (1955),” ‘”Saheb Bibi Golam (1956),” and “Ekdin Ratre.” Early Life and Career Sumitra

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Actresses Singers

Kanan Devi : First Bengali Superstar

Kanan Devi was among the early singing stars of Indian cinema and is credited popularly as the first superstar who came from Bengali cinema. Some of her notable films include “Vidyapati (1937),” “Mukti (1937),” “Sapera (1939),” “Street Singer (1939),” “Jawab (1942),” “Hospital (1943),” “Banphool (1945), and “Rajlakshmi (1946).” Early Life and Career Kanan Devi was

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Actors

Chhabi Biswas : The Greatest Acting Force

The baritone voice, the piercing eyes, and a regal demeanor with an unmatched acting talent made Chhabi Biswas one of the most beloved actors of his time. Biswas emerges as a legendary figure in Indian cinema, renowned for his commanding presence and nuanced performances in films like “Nartaki,”  “Ek Din Ratre,” “Saheb Bibi Golam,” “Kabuliwala,”

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Actresses

Sumita Sanyal

Sumita Sanyal was one of the most prominant actresses of Bengali and Hindi films who is remembered for her beauty and grounded acting in films like Satyajit Ray’s Nayak (1966), Tapan Sinha’s Apanjan (1968), and Sagina Mahato (1970), as well as Hindi films Ashirwad (1968), Aanad (1971), and Guddi (1970). Early Life and Career Sumita

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Filmmakers

BN Sircar – The Great Architect of Indian Cinema

Birendranath Sircar, commonly known as BN Sircar, was a towering figure in the Indian film industry. Sircar’s contributions to Indian cinema, particularly Bengali cinema, are monumental. He was not only a film producer but also the founder of New Theatres Calcutta, a studio that became synonymous with quality and innovation in Indian filmmaking.  Early Life

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Actors

Swarup Dutta

Swarup Dutta was the iconic actor of Bengali cinema, known for films like “Apanjan,” “Ekhoni,” “Ora Charjon,” “Sadharan Meye,” “Sagina Mahato,” “Harmonium,” “Pita Putra,” and “Maa o Meye.” He also worked in the Hindi film “Uphaar,” opposite Jaya Bhaduri. Early Life Swarup Dutta was born on June 22, 1941, in the Dutta family of Hatkhola,

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Actresses

Suchitra Sen : The Mystery

One of the most beautiful faces of Indian cinema, a star like no other, the aura of Suchitra Sen was so overwhelming that sometimes her acting prowess became secondary. Who could have taken away their eyes from her face to notice anything else other than being mesmerised? She was always the way she finally emerged

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