Veteran Bengali actor Biplab Dasgupta, known for his roles in films such as Gumnaami and Zulfiqar, passed away here on Friday following a prolonged illness. He was 75 years old. According to PTI, Dasgupta had been battling health complications arising from a surgery for some time. On Friday, after experiencing discomfort at his residence on Golf Club Road in Tollygunge, Dasgupta was rushed to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
Biplab Dasgupta family
Dasgupta is survived by his wife and daughter. He had also left his mark on the small screen through his performances in television serials such as Chemistry Mashi, Jagamaya and Checkmate. As Dasgupta's mortal remains were taken to Technician Studio, personalities from the film, television, and OTT industries paid their tributes to him.
Biplab Dasgupta career
In addition to appearing on the silver screen, he was also known for his television performances in the TV series Chemistry Mashi, Jagamaya, and Checkmate, demonstrating his versatility through various genres.
After his demise, his mortal body was sent to Technician Studio, where many film industry, television industry, and OTT industry professionals came together to bid farewell and acknowledge his contributions to the arts.
He will be sorely missed, as his demise signifies the passing away of an experienced actor whose performances had made a deep impression on the Bengali entertainment industry.
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