Uttam Kumar

This weekend, the Chatterjee household celebrates Gourab Chatterjee's 40th birthday on June 15. Devlina Kumar shares an adorable wish for her husband on Instagram.

Prosenjit Chatterjee and Rituparna Sengupta, a popular on-screen pair in Tollygunge, reunited after 14 years for their 50th film, 'Ajogyo'. Their chemistry drew audiences, reminiscent of the popularity of Uttam Kumar and Suchitra Sen in Tollywood.

N Uttam Kumar Reddy stated 25 BRS MLAs plan to join Congress against BRS. Telangana reduced BRS assembly seats from 104 to 39. Uttam criticized KCR for drought and water issues, blaming him for favoring Andhra CM.

Riya Sen celebrated Mahanayika Suchitra Sen's birthday on Instagram, sharing black and white throwback photos and expressing how deeply the legendary actress is missed. The post also mentioned Moonmoon Sen and Raima Sen's work in the film industry.

Congress' Central Election Committee finalizes candidates for Lok Sabha seats in Telangana. Priyanka Gandhi's potential candidacy in Khammam stirred debates. Remaining seat candidates to be announced soon.

Basanti Chatterjee, a veteran Bengali actress, battles illness and financial strain. Bhaswar Chatterjee seeks aid for her medical expenses. She has worked with Prosenjit Chatterjee and Rituparna Sengupta in films.

Bengali show 'Kothha' tracks Kathakali and AV's evolving journey amidst family dynamics and career pursuits. As AV garners culinary acclaim and 'Oti Uttam' film premieres, the storyline navigates personal and professional challenges, shaping their intertwined destinies.

Tollywood filmmaker Srijit Mukherji's Oti Uttam surprises with the return of Uttam Kumar using VFX. Amitabh Bachchan praises the trailer. The film features Anindya Sengupta, Roshni Bhattacarya, Gourab Chatterjee, and releases on 22nd March.

Salil Dutta, renowned for his prior impactful films, achieved a unique feat with 'Stree', casting legends Uttam Kumar and Soumitra Chatterjee together, amidst tales of their real-life discord. The film, set against World War II, explores a dark, entwining narrative of love, betrayal, and revenge through the lives of an immoral aristocrat, Madhab, and a principled young man, Sitapati. Celebrated for its poignant screenplay, remarkable performances, and enduring music, 'Stree' marks a significant chapter in Bengali cinema.

The 29th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) will open with the screening of the 1963 Uttam Kumar-Tanuja starrer 'Deya Neya'. The festival will also feature films screened using a 35mm projector and multiplexes as venues. The inaugural function will be attended by Kamal Haasan, Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Sourav Ganguly, Mahesh Bh-att, Shatrughan Sinha, and Sonakshi Sinha. Aditi Rao Hydari will attend the closing ceremony. This year, KIFF introduces a competitive Bengali film segment with a Rs 7.5 lakh prize. The festival will screen films from 39 countries, including 72 features, 50 short and documentary nominations, and 97 screenings. The Satyajit Ray Memorial lecture will be delivered by Laurence Kardish. The festival will pay tribute to Lindsay Anderson, Richard Attenborough, Charlton Heston, Ousmane Sembene, Mrinal Sen, Dev Anand, Mukesh, Shailendra, Gina Lollobrigida, Carlos Saura, Derek Malcolm, Soumendu Ray, and Dariush Mehrjui. Spain is the focus country, with six contemporary Spanish films, and Australia is the festival's 'Special Focus' with 15 films.

After a three-year legal dispute, the biopic 'Jete Nahi Dibo' on Uttam Kumar, directed by Prabir Roy, is set to release. Sujan Neel Mukherjee, who portrays Uttam Kumar, faced criticism for his look. Prabir, who describes the film as a 'docu-feature', emphasizes its portrayal of lesser-known facets of Kumar's life. Initially planned for a 2019 release, the film was delayed due to legal challenges from Kumar's family. The cast also includes Mallika Singha Roy, Sakuntala Barua, and Payel Ray.

Congress leader Uttam Kumar Reddy has accused the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party in Telangana of spreading lies in their election campaign out of fear of losing the upcoming assembly polls. Reddy stated that the Congress government, if elected, would provide 24-hour free electricity to farmers as promised in their manifesto. This comes in response to Telangana Home Minister Mohd Mahmood Ali's claim that the Congress manifesto is "useless and full of lies".

The 29th Kolkata International Film Festival will begin on December 5 with an Uttam Kumar classic as the inaugural film. Bollywood celebrities including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Sonakshi Sinha are expected to attend the festival. The week-long event will pay tribute to legendary filmmaker Mrinal Sen and actor Dev Anand. Spain and Australia are the focus countries this year. The festival will also include a Bengali Panorama section for the first time, with a prize of `7.5 lakh. The masterclass section will feature renowned film personalities such as Sudhir Mishra, Anurag Basu, and Mani Ratnam.

Uttam Kumar Reddy Nalamada secured victory for the Indian National Congress in the 2023 Huzurnagar Assembly Elections. Nestled in Telangana, Huzurnagar's political landscape is characterized by its demographic diversity. Sharing borders with three constituencies and extending into Andhra Pradesh, the town's dynamics reflect a significant SC and ST population. Building on Uttam Kumar Reddy's 2018 win, INC's influence persists in 2023, with 2,42,711 eligible electors. Huzurnagar's political saga unfolds, mirroring gender-balanced voter dynamics.

Bengali cinema's Mahanayak Uttam Kumar was once highly sought after for a Bollywood debut. Such was his influence that even Rajesh Khanna was instructed to copy his acting style in Shakti Samanta's 'Amar Prem'. Despite receiving offers from industry giants like Raj Kapoor and Hemanta Mukhopadhyay, he remained selective, ultimately debuting in the 1967 Hindi film 'Chotisi Mulaqaat' opposite Vyjayantimala. However, the film failed to meet expectations, much like his other Hindi venture, 'Bandi,' in 1978. Despite these setbacks, Uttam Kumar's legacy as the eternal Mahanayak in Bengali cinema remains untarnished.

Uttam Kumar and Suchitra Sen remain Bengali cinema's golden pair, weaving magic with their unparalleled on-screen chemistry. Over the decades, they starred in numerous classics, capturing the hearts of audiences and setting benchmarks in storytelling. Their films, brimming with intense emotion and timeless romance, became synonymous with the golden era of Bengali cinema. The iconic pair's legacy continues to inspire generations of artists, ensuring their iconic stature remains undiminished in the history of Bengali cinema.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey questioned the defence of TMC's Mahua Moitra in the cash-for-query case, suggesting that sensitive documents can be accessed by outsiders through a member's account on the parliamentary portal. Dubey highlighted Moitra's access to bills before they were presented in Parliament and raised concerns about classified papers related to the work of the committee on health. Moitra denied bribery allegations and accused the chairperson of misconduct.

In the winter of 1961, Bengali cinema icon Uttam Kumar attended the premiere of Shammi Kapoor's film 'Junglee' at Kolkata's Roxy Cinema. Both actors shared mutual admiration, highlighted when they warmly hugged after the screening. Kapoor, a groundbreaking figure in the 1960s Indian film industry, was a devoted fan of Kumar. When Kumar's Hindi film "Choti Si Mulakat" underperformed, Kapoor openly expressed that Kumar should stick to Bengali classics, as Hindi cinema couldn't fully capture his talent.

Suchitra Sen, an iconic figure in Indian cinema, charmed audiences with her captivating performances before voluntarily retreating into reclusion at her career's zenith. Her daughter, Moon Moon Sen, attributed this unexpected withdrawal to the pervasive mediocrity in Bengali cinema during the 1970s and the loss of esteemed colleagues. Despite shunning public life and even rejecting prestigious awards like the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Suchitra's star never dimmed, remaining an enigmatic presence in the cinematic world until her passing in 2014.

Three Congress MPs from Telangana missed the voting on the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha due to a clash with a meeting to shortlist candidates for assembly polls. The MPs, including the state unit president and two other top leaders, were criticized on social media for their absence. However, the Congress defended them, stating that they had supported the bill in the party's working committee meeting.

Six decades after Tapan Sinha's iconic 1961 film Jhinder Bondi, a remake is rumored to be in the works. Filmmaker Arindam Sil is said to be preparing for this ambitious project. Scriptwriter Arijit Biswas is reportedly finalizing a script that promises significant differences from the original. While no official confirmation has been made, the film may start shooting next year. The original film, a historical drama, starred Uttam Kumar and marked a milestone for Soumitra Chatterjee.

As the story goes in 1975 Uttam Kumar was taking an early morning walk near Maidan and he reportedly became a witness to the encounter killing of Naxal leader Saroj Dutta.

Raj Kapoor's connection with Kolkata was beyond professional commitments. The relationship was built based on mutual respect, cultural admiration, and his passion for Indian cinema. His films, the stories, and his emotional connection with Kolkata strengthened Kapoor's legacy. The city's deep respect for genuine talent and the attachment to world cinema always fascinated Raj Kapoor.