Uma Dasgupta, Iconic ‘Durga’ Of Pather Panchali, Passes Away

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:24pm on 18 Nov 2024,Monday Entertainment

Veteran Bengali actress Uma Dasgupta, known for portraying Durga in Satyajit Ray’s timeless classic Pather Panchali, passed away on Monday at a private hospital. She had been unwell for some time. Actor Chiranjit Chakraborty confirmed the news shared by her daughter. Despite stepping away from acting years ago, Dasgupta’s performance remains etched in the hearts of audiences. Discovered by Ray through her school principal, her portrayal of Durga symbolized innocence and sibling love. Tributes pour in for the actress whose work in the black-and-white era continues to resonate with audiences.

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