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Kolkata actor Sreela Majumdar, known for her roles in films by Mrinal Sen, Shyam Benegal, and Prakash Jha, passed away at 65 after battling cancer. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee mourned her loss, praising her powerful performances. Majumdar's notable films include 'ekdin pratidin', 'Kharij', 'Akaler Sandhane', 'Mandi', 'Damul', 'Chokh', 'Palan', 'Chokher Bali' directed by Rituparno Ghosh.

As Kolkata gets ready to celebrate cinema and explore the world on screen, the city itself will come alive with all its liveliness and vibrance.

Renowned Bengali actress Sreela Majumdar, who was well-known for her parts in mainstream and "parallel" film, died on Saturday afternoon at the age of 65 following a protracted illness.

It was the premiere of “Abhiman..Astiter Ladai” at Nandan on Friday, that saw the Tolly brigade come together despite the heat.

Actress Monami Ghosh has music in her genes.

Actress Aparajita Ghosh, one of the most popular actresses of Bengali TV, is going to entertain the audience after a brief hiatus. She is going to feature in Leena Gangopadhyay’s upcoming show which will also star Sona Moni Saha of ‘Mohor’ fame.

They say mediocre teacher tells, the good teacher explains, the superior teacher demonstrates, the great teacher inspires and it seems Anjan Dutt follows it like his life lesson. On Teacher’s Day, the singer-actor-director talks about his mentor, the master filmmaker Mrinal Sen, who passed away on December 30, 2018.

Veteran actor Biplab Chatterjee is going to appear on mythological show ‘Mahapeeth Tarapeeh’. The senior artist, who has worked with many legendary directors including Satyajit Ray, will play a cameo in the TV show starring Sabyasachi Chowdhury as Sadhak Bamakhyapa. He will essay the role of a Keertaniya, named Bishnudas.

Rimjhim turns a year older today. Geetashree is also celebrating her birthday.

The Calcutta high court on Thursday asked the Mamata Banerjee government to modify a notification that does not include widely circulated dailies among the newspapers it recommends for state-run libraries.

Tollywood actor Rishi Kaushik hinted at a new project via a social media post amidst personal turmoil. His wife, Debjani Chakraborty, responded to his claims of marital issues, calling them false and defamatory. The actor and his wife have been entangled in a public dispute, with legal action forthcoming from Debjani's side.

Stoking controversy, the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal banned English and mass-circulation Bengali dailies at state-sponsored and aided libraries but in a damage-control exercise late tonight said the order was being changed to include more newspapers.

Remember, when you touch your multifaced medium, you touch man. As you serve your medium, you serve your conscience too. And as you walk into the world, you take chances or play safe.

“Bandhu is sleeping,” Kunal Sen told Anjan Dutt, Ranjit Mullick, this writer – all of us who’d gathered in Mrinal Sen’s drawing room on Wednesday.

It’s a dream-come-true moment for Monami Ghosh. What could have been the better way to start the New Year? The popular actor is all set to play Mrinal Sen’s wife Gita Sen in the maverick filmmaker’s biopic. Titled ‘Padatik’, the film will be directed by Srijit Mukherji. We already know Chanchal Chowdhury has been cast as Mrinal sen in the biopic, Srijit’s dream project.

Rishi Kaushik's marital issues grabbed attention as he posted cryptic videos suggesting his troubled relationship with wife Debjani Chakraborty. Speculations of their divorce intensified. Debjani responded, refuting his claims, calling them defamatory. She announced taking legal action. The couple has been married for 12 years and the issue is causing debate online.

If you are a regular at one of the state’s 3,000-odd libraries, you’ll have to read only what the government wants you to — this is the latest diktat of the Mamata Banerjee government.

Bengali cinema has embraced strong women characters for ages, played to perfection by some of the finest actors.

Rishi Kaushik's marriage is reportedly in trouble after sharing a cryptic video about growing differences in a couple. His wife, Debjani Chakraborty, denied the allegations and stated she would seek legal action. Rishi sought advice from his followers by sharing a tale mirroring his marriage troubles without naming anyone directly.

Tollywood actor Rishi Kaushik has alluded to issues in his 12-year marriage through a Facebook video, where he narrated a story mirroring his own marital struggles. The industry has been buzzing with separation rumors, including Rishi's and Debjani's relationship. Fans are curious as Rishi seeks their advice through social media.

Veteran actress Gita Sen, who, apart from working in husband Mrinal Sen’s movies, had also featured in Ritwick Ghatak ‘Nagarik’ and Shyam Benegal’s ‘Arohan’, passed away at her residence in Kolkata on Monday. She was 86 and is survived by her husband and son Kunal.

Popular actors Parambrata Chattopadhyay and Monami Ghosh, who were once a hit jodi on small screen during their teenage, are back together for an ad.

Kaushik Ganguly's Cinemawala, which goes on the floors early next month, promises a range of cinematic treats.

Of late, opulent marriages have become an important part of the storyline of most Bengali serials. CT takes a look

The actress shared her Puja plans...

Bengali classics, including some directed by Mrinal Sen and Ritwik Ghatak, may soon feature on the list of 50 Indian films that will be restored by experts from abroad.

In his past few projects, Rishii was seen playing cops, doctor or a journo. Be it Ronojoy in 'Kusum Dola' or Dr. Ujaan in 'Ekhane Akash Neel', he is mostly seen playing a serious guy. But not any more. Pretty soon he will play a guy who is a fun-loving person.

The Mamata Banerjee government did a rethink on Thursday and came out with a second list of newspapers to be kept in state-sponsored libraries.