Recently, news emerged about filmmaker Srijit Mukherji's latest project, which involves featuring the legendary actor Uttam Kumar, 44 years after his demise. This remarkable revelation has stirred considerable buzz within the industry. On Friday (March 1), a glimpse of the film was unveiled.
But what lay beneath the surface of this iconic figure when he shed his charismatic facade and stripped away the fluid mask that conveyed a myriad of emotions and moods? Did he, like us ordinary folks, grapple with emotional turmoil?
On the occasion of the 43rd death anniversary of 'Mohanayak' Uttam Kumar, renowned director Srijit Mukheji released the trailer preview of his much-anticipated film, "Oti Uttam".
Uttam Kumar passed away on July 24, 1980 at the age of 53 due to a heart attack. Yet, his fans kept him alive through his works.
It's been 35 years since Uttam Kumar breathed his last (he passed away on July 24, 1980), but his films continue to rule the hearts of millions.
"It is the demise of a leading light of the Bengali film industry…There won't be another hero like him." - Satyajit Ray, after Uttam Kumar's death
Recently, news emerged about filmmaker Srijit Mukherji's latest project, which involves featuring the legendary actor Uttam Kumar, 44 years after his demise. This remarkable revelation has stirred considerable buzz within the industry. On Friday (March 1), a glimpse of the film was unveiled.
But what lay beneath the surface of this iconic figure when he shed his charismatic facade and stripped away the fluid mask that conveyed a myriad of emotions and moods? Did he, like us ordinary folks, grapple with emotional turmoil?
On the occasion of the 43rd death anniversary of 'Mohanayak' Uttam Kumar, renowned director Srijit Mukheji released the trailer preview of his much-anticipated film, "Oti Uttam".
Uttam Kumar passed away on July 24, 1980 at the age of 53 due to a heart attack. Yet, his fans kept him alive through his works.
It's been 35 years since Uttam Kumar breathed his last (he passed away on July 24, 1980), but his films continue to rule the hearts of millions.
"It is the demise of a leading light of the Bengali film industry…There won't be another hero like him." - Satyajit Ray, after Uttam Kumar's death