Tamal Roy Chowdhury, a celebrated actor known for his work in both theatre and film, has passed away at the age of 80 in South Kolkata.
Tamal Roy Chowdhury passes away
Tamal Roy Chowdhury, a prominent actor in both theatre and film, has passed away at the age of 80. He died of cardiac arrest in his sleep at his residence in South Kolkata on March 9, 2026.
Chowdhury was well-known for his contributions to the entertainment industry, with notable films including Le Halua Le, Bindass, Amazon Obhijaan, Challenge, and Chander Pahar. He also starred in critically acclaimed films such as Jaatishwar and Gorosthaney Sabdhan.
His career began on stage, and he remained deeply connected to theatre throughout his life. In recent years, however, he had reduced his contributions to the industry due to health complications.
Debdut Ghosh, a fellow actor, paid tribute to Chowdhury on social media, describing him as “a wonderful and warm person who loved long conversations without worrying about the time.” Ghosh also noted that Chowdhury was “extremely affectionate towards juniors and would step forward to help whenever someone faced difficulties during work.”
Chowdhury’s passing marks a significant loss for the Indian film and theatre community, where he was respected and admired for his talent and kindness.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any upcoming tributes or memorials planned in his honor. The impact of his work continues to resonate with fans and colleagues alike, as they remember his contributions to the arts.
