Bengali theatre icon Manoj Mitra, famed for his work in ’Banchharamer Bagan,’ has passed away at 86. His contributions to theatre and cinema, particularly in farces and fantasies that tackled social issues,

Renowned Bengali theatre personality Manoj Mitra, best known for his farces and fantasy plays that often tackled social and political issues, died on Tuesday morning in a hospital in Kolkata due to age-related ailments, according to family sources. He was 86.

Mitra leaves behind an indelible mark on Bengali cinema and theatre, celebrated for his work in iconic films like ‘Banchharamer Bagan’, an adaptation of his own play ‘Sajano Bagaan’, directed by Tapan Sinha.

Manoj Mitra, the celebrated Bengali playwright and actor, passed away at 86 in a Kolkata hospital on November 12, 2024. He struggled with age-related health issues for years. Known for plays like Chak Bangga Madhu and Mrityur Kem Jal,

Bengali actor and playwright Manoj Mitra died at the age of 86 on Tuesday morning. The artist was renowned for his farces and fantasy plays that frequently addressed social and political issues. Mitra died in a Kolkata hospital due to age-related ailments,

Manoj Mitra, famous Bengali theatre personality, dies at 86. He is known for farces and fantasies highlighting social issues.

Renowned Indian actor and playwright Manoj Mitra, celebrated for his roles in films like 'Banchharamer Bagaan' and 'Ghare-Baire,' passed away at 85. He was acclaimed for his versatility, captivating audiences with both comedic and antagonistic characters.

Legendary Bengali actor and dramatist Manoj MItra died in Kolkata on Tuesday morning. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to her X handle and paid her last tribute to the late Bengali legend.

Veteran Bengali actor Manoj Mitra, known for his roles in Satyajit Ray's films, has passed away at the age of 86. Mitra was a beloved figure in both Bengali theatre and cinema, leaving behind a lasting mark.

Tributes pour in for Manoj Mitra, the celebrated playwright, actor, and director, who passed away in Kolkata at the age of 85 after a distinguished career in stage and screen spanning six decades.

Manoj the playwright was honoured with the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1985 and the Asiatic Society Award in 2005 for his overall contribution to theatre. A teacher of philosophy in a college, Manoj, along with his friends at Scottish Church in Kolkata, set up the theatre group 'Sundaram' which he later headed for many years.