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Manoj Mitra, Bengali legend who acted with Moushumi Chatterjee and Suchitra Sen, dies | Filmography

Legendary Bengali actor and dramatist Manoj MItra died in Kolkata on Tuesday morning. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to her X handle and paid her last tribute to the late Bengali legend.

Written By: Aseem Sharma @kaafir_aseem New Delhi Updated on: November 12, 2024 14:18 IST
Manoj MItra
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Manoj Mitra, veteran Bengali actor and dramatist, is no more. He breathed his last on Tuesday morning at a hospital in Kolkata's Salt Lake due to age-related issues. It is being reported that he was 86 years old. After learning about his demise, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to her X (formerly Twitter) handle  and paid her heartfelt condolenses. ''Saddened by the demise of the famous actor, director and playwright, 'Banga Bibhushan' Manoj Mitra today morning. He had been a leading personality in our theatre and film worlds and his contributions have been immense. I convey my condolences to his family, friends and admirers,'' Mamata wrote in her post.

His most popular project is Tapan Sinha's Banchharamer Bagan, which was adapted from his own play Sajano Bagaan. Not only this, he also featured in legendary director Satyajit Ray's films including Ghare Baire and Ganashatru. He has played several comic and antagonist roles in Bengali films. Over the years, he has received several prestigious awards and accolades including the Sangeet Natak Akademy Award for Best Playwright in 1985, the Filmfare Award East for Best Actor in 1980, Dinabandhu Puraskar in 2012, among others

Check out list of his popular films as actor:

Film's name Year of Release
Tritiyo Purush 2022
Bhalobasar Golpo 2019
Uma   2018
Alinagarer Golodhadha 2018
61 No Gorpor Lane 2017
Astonishing Lamp 2013
Prem By Chance 2010
Teen Murti 2009
Abelay Garam Bhat 2008
Bhalobasar Anek Naam 2006
Mej Didi 2003
Dattak  2001
Rin Mukti 2000
Jiban Niye Khela 1999
Sudden Rain 1998
Ajker Santan 1997
Damu  1996
Wheel Chair 1995
Grihajuddha  1982
Bancharamer Bagan 1980

 

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