Uttam Kumar

Uttam Kumar through Madhabi Mukherjee’s eyes: On and off the set

On the 44th anniversary of Uttam Kumar's demise, veteran actress Madhabi Mukherjee, who worked with him in six films, shared her memories of the icon. Speaking to Kolkata's Bengali daily Anandabazar, Madhabi highlighted why Uttam Kumar became timeless, unlike other famous actors of his era such as Chhabi Biswas and Shishir Kumar Bhadhuri.

Uttam Kumar to be seen on silver screen after 44 years

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.

Birthday special / Mahanayak Uttam Kumar: The human behind the silver screen persona

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?

Mohanayak Uttam Kumar returns through VFX in Srijit Mukherji's 'Oti Uttam' trailer

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". 

31 films featuring Uttam Kumar streamable on OTT

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.

Remembering Mahanayak Uttam Kumar on his 35th death anniversary

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.

Uttam Kumar Uncrowned king of the silver screen

"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

July 24, 2024
July 24, 2024

Uttam Kumar through Madhabi Mukherjee’s eyes: On and off the set

On the 44th anniversary of Uttam Kumar's demise, veteran actress Madhabi Mukherjee, who worked with him in six films, shared her memories of the icon. Speaking to Kolkata's Bengali daily Anandabazar, Madhabi highlighted why Uttam Kumar became timeless, unlike other famous actors of his era such as Chhabi Biswas and Shishir Kumar Bhadhuri.

March 3, 2024
March 3, 2024

Uttam Kumar to be seen on silver screen after 44 years

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.

September 3, 2023
September 3, 2023

Mahanayak Uttam Kumar: The human behind the silver screen persona

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?

July 25, 2023
July 25, 2023

Mohanayak Uttam Kumar returns through VFX in Srijit Mukherji's 'Oti Uttam' trailer

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". 

July 1, 2023
July 1, 2023

31 films featuring Uttam Kumar streamable on OTT

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.

July 24, 2015
July 24, 2015

Remembering Mahanayak Uttam Kumar on his 35th death anniversary

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.

July 24, 2015
July 24, 2015

Uttam Kumar Uncrowned king of the silver screen

"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