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Bengali Cinema Loses Gem: Raja Sen Dies at 70
16 Aug
Summary
- Veteran filmmaker Raja Sen passed away on Sunday at 70.
- He was a three-time National Film Award winner.
- Sen was undergoing treatment at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata.
Acclaimed Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen, celebrated for his contributions to cinema including films like 'Damu' and 'Laboratory', passed away on Sunday at the age of 70. A recipient of three National Film Awards, Sen had been admitted to SSKM Hospital in Kolkata in critical condition. He had been battling various health complications for years, including issues stemming from a previous on-set injury.
Sen, born in Kolkata on November 10, 1955, began his career in television before transitioning to feature films. His directorial debut, 'Damu', won the National Film Award for Best Children's Film. Other notable accolades include awards for 'Atmiyo Swajan' and a documentary on Suchitra Mitra. His work often explored human relationships and Bengali culture.
His cinematic journey spanned numerous feature films such as 'Chakrabyuha', 'Desh', and 'Krishnakanter Will'. Raja Sen is survived by his wife, Papiya Sen, and daughters Subhasree Sen and Sreyoshi Sen.
