1. Veteran Bengali Actress Sreela Majumdar Dies At
2. Sreela Majumdar Dies At 65 – Daily-NewsBuzz.
Sreela Majumdar, a beloved actor known for her exceptional performances in films directed by renowned filmmakers such as Mrinal Sen, Shyam Benegal, and Prakash Jha, passed away at her residence in Kolkata on Saturday. The 65-year-old actress had been battling cancer for the past three years. She is survived by her husband and son.
Majumdar’s demise has left a void in the Bengal film industry, and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her condolences, describing the late actress as a powerful talent who had delivered outstanding performances in several significant Indian films. Banerjee stated, “It’s a huge loss for Bengal film industry and we will miss her stellar presence. My condolences to her family.”
Sreela Majumdar’s portrayal of characters in Mrinal Sen’s films, including “Ekdin Pratidin” (And Quiet Rolls the Dawn, 1980), “Kharij” (The Case is Closed, 1982), and “Akaler Sandhane” (In Search of Famine, 1981), received critical acclaim. She also played pivotal roles in Shyam Benegal’s “Mandi” (Market Place, 1983), Prakash Jha’s “Damul” (Bonded Till death, 1985), and Utpalendu Chakraborty’s “Chokh” (Eye, 1983).
Her final film, “Palan,” a sequel to “Ekdin Pratidin,” directed by Kaushik Ganguly, was widely acclaimed last year. Throughout her career, Majumdar worked in a total of 43 films, leaving a lasting impact on the industry. Notably, she was recognized for her sensitive voice dubbing for Aishwarya Rai in Rituparno Ghosh’s film “Chokher Bali” (A Passion Play, 2003).
Rituparna Sengupta, a younger colleague of Majumdar in the industry, expressed her condolences and acknowledged the late actress’s remarkable performances under the direction of Mrinal Sen and other acclaimed filmmakers. Sengupta also emphasized that Majumdar’s talent could have been further utilized by the industry.
As we remember the life and contributions of Sreela Majumdar, it is important to note that her legacy will continue to inspire aspiring actors and filmmakers. Her exceptional performances in critically acclaimed films have left an indelible mark on the Indian film industry.
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With the passing of Sreela Majumdar, the film industry mourns the loss of a talented actress who mesmerized audiences with her on-screen performances. Her work will forever be remembered and cherished by fans and critics alike..
1. Veteran Bengali Actress Sreela Majumdar Dies At 65
2. Sreela Majumdar, Bengali Actress, Passes Away at 65.
