Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Kalyan Chatterji |
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| Nickname | Chattopadhyay |
| Famous for | Being the most famous supporting actors of Bengali Cinema |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Pune Film Institute FTII, Pune |
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| Educational Qualification | A diploma in acting |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Hometown | Berhampore, West Bengal |
Career
| Debut | Kalyan Chatterjee made his film debut in 1968 with the Bengali film Apanjan, followed by his Hindi debut in 1970's Sagina Mahato and an English role in The Waiting City (2009). His final film was Sona Dadu in 2024. |
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| Notable Works | Over his prolific career, he appeared in more than 400 films, portraying typical Bengali characters and earning accolades for his natural acting. Some of his notable films include Dhanyee Meye (1971), Sabuj Dwiper Raja (1973), Dui Prithibi (2010), and Baishe Srabon (2011). He also featured in the successful Hindi thriller Kahaani (2012). |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Kalyan Chatterjee had a passion for acting since childhood and began his career in theater. | |
| He faced numerous rejections in film auditions before his breakthrough. | |
| He was regarded as a respected figure in both Bengali and Indian cinema. | |
| He collaborated with many renowned Bengali actors and was a favorite of acclaimed directors. |
