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In pics: Kolkata remembers Mahanayak on his 98th birth anniversary at Uttam Mancha

Mamata Shankar, Bonny Sengupta and Kushal Chakraborty, were among celebrities who attended the event, Uttam Smaran Sandhya

Pooja Mitra Published 06.09.24, 06:35 PM
Uttam Smaran Sandhya, an annual programme at the Uttam Mancha, took place in Kolkata on September 3, on the 98th birth anniversary of the matinee idol Uttam Kumar. The event was organised by the Uttam Kumar Memorial Cultural Committee. My Kolkata was the digital partner of the event
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Uttam Smaran Sandhya, an annual programme at the Uttam Mancha, took place in Kolkata on September 3, on the 98th birth anniversary of the matinee idol Uttam Kumar. The event was organised by the Uttam Kumar Memorial Cultural Committee. My Kolkata was the digital partner of the event

All photographs by Krishnungshu Gangopadyay
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Bengali film industry greats (from left) Kalyan Sen Barat, Kushal Chakraborty and Haranath Chakraborty inaugurated the programme
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Bengali film industry greats (from left) Kalyan Sen Barat, Kushal Chakraborty and Haranath Chakraborty inaugurated the programme

(From left) Kushal Chakraborty, a veteran actor who made his cine debut with Satyajit Ray’s ‘Sonar Kella’ playing the role of Mukul, offered tribute to Uttam Kumar. Joining him was Haranath Chakraborty, veteran director of films like ‘Mangaldeep’ and ‘Tarokar Mrityu
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(From left) Kushal Chakraborty, a veteran actor who made his cine debut with Satyajit Ray’s ‘Sonar Kella’ playing the role of Mukul, offered tribute to Uttam Kumar. Joining him was Haranath Chakraborty, veteran director of films like ‘Mangaldeep’ and ‘Tarokar Mrityu

Tollywood greats (from left) Kharaj Mukherjee, Sumanta Mukhopadhyay, Kushal Chakraborty and Haranath Chakraborty engaged in an insightful discussion on Uttam Kumar. The topic of discussion was titled — ‘Adorey Samadarey Smriti Charanay Mahanayak’ (Remembering Mahanayak with fond memories)
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Tollywood greats (from left) Kharaj Mukherjee, Sumanta Mukhopadhyay, Kushal Chakraborty and Haranath Chakraborty engaged in an insightful discussion on Uttam Kumar. The topic of discussion was titled — ‘Adorey Samadarey Smriti Charanay Mahanayak’ (Remembering Mahanayak with fond memories)

Veteran actor Sumanta Mukhopadhyay (top), who has acted in several television serials and films, was felicitated at the event. Kharaj Mukherjee (bottom) too was honoured for his contribution to the Bengali film and television industry
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Veteran actor Sumanta Mukhopadhyay (top), who has acted in several television serials and films, was felicitated at the event. Kharaj Mukherjee (bottom) too was honoured for his contribution to the Bengali film and television industry

Acclaimed danseuse and actress Mamata Shankar was also felicitated by the committee. She was awarded as Best Actress in a Character Role. Shankar also received the letter of appreciation on legendary actress Sabitri Chatterjee's behalf. Chatterjee was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award. Shankar reminisced her memories with Uttam Kumar, visiting his family home in Kolkata during Lakshmi Puja, and meeting him as a child right after the icon received the National Award for ‘Nayak’.
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Acclaimed danseuse and actress Mamata Shankar was also felicitated by the committee. She was awarded as Best Actress in a Character Role. Shankar also received the letter of appreciation on legendary actress Sabitri Chatterjee's behalf. Chatterjee was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award. Shankar reminisced her memories with Uttam Kumar, visiting his family home in Kolkata during Lakshmi Puja, and meeting him as a child right after the icon received the National Award for ‘Nayak’.

Danseuses Malabika Sen and Urmila Bhowmik performed at the programme
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Danseuses Malabika Sen and Urmila Bhowmik performed at the programme

Dance guru Poly Guha also enthralled the audience with her performance. Dravin Chatterjee, a new generation artist, also graced the occasion
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Dance guru Poly Guha also enthralled the audience with her performance. Dravin Chatterjee, a new generation artist, also graced the occasion

Presidential award winning artist Kingshuk Sarkar painted a portrait of Uttam Kumar
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Presidential award winning artist Kingshuk Sarkar painted a portrait of Uttam Kumar

(From left) Malabika Sen and Kohinoor Sen presented a piece together on popular song of Uttam Kumar, ‘Aro Durey Cholo Jai’
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(From left) Malabika Sen and Kohinoor Sen presented a piece together on popular song of Uttam Kumar, ‘Aro Durey Cholo Jai’

Actor Bonny Sengupta received the Uttam Smarak Samman for ‘Best Actor in Leading Role’ at the event
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Actor Bonny Sengupta received the Uttam Smarak Samman for ‘Best Actor in Leading Role’ at the event

(Top) A part of the annual tradition — the committee offers financial assistance and healthcare support to one of the technicians who worked with Uttam Kumar. This year, the support was offered to Shankar Das, who worked as a production assistant in several films of Uttam Kumar. His wife received it on his behalf. (Bottom) The audience was captured immersed in the magic of Uttam Kumar, remembering him on his birth anniversary
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(Top) A part of the annual tradition — the committee offers financial assistance and healthcare support to one of the technicians who worked with Uttam Kumar. This year, the support was offered to Shankar Das, who worked as a production assistant in several films of Uttam Kumar. His wife received it on his behalf. (Bottom) The audience was captured immersed in the magic of Uttam Kumar, remembering him on his birth anniversary

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Uttam Kumar Bengali Films Tollywood Tribute Mamata Shankar Kharaj Mukherjee Haranath Chakraborty Bonny Sengupta Kolkata Uttam Mancha Manoharpukur Road
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