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Assam's Golden Era Actress Ranjana Bordoloi Dies at 80
22 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Actress Ranjana Sharma Bordoloi, a star of 1960s-70s Assamese cinema, passed away.
- She excelled in acting and classical dance, breaking social barriers.
- Bordoloi was a founding member of Bhupen Hazarika's theatre group.
The Assamese film industry mourns the loss of Ranjana Sharma Bordoloi, a celebrated actress from the 1960s and 1970s, who died in Dibrugarh at 80. Known for her roles in films like 'Dr Bezbarua' and 'Maniram Dewan', Bordoloi defied societal norms to build a successful acting career.
Beyond her on-screen presence, Bordoloi was a accomplished dancer in Bharatnatyam and other classical forms, significantly contributing to Assam's cultural tapestry. Her artistic journey included collaborations with the legendary Bhupen Hazarika, and she was instrumental in founding the Mancharupa theatre group in 1957.
Bordoloi's final journey involved public tributes at various cultural venues in Dibrugarh, including Amolapatty Natya Mandir and Dibrugarh Sangeet Vidyalaya, before her cremation. Her legacy as a pioneering artist and cultural luminary will be remembered.
