Kalyan Chatterjee Death: Renowned Bengali film actor Kalyan Chatterjee passed away on the night of December 7, 2025, at the age of 81. He died at MR Bangur Super Speciality Hospital in Kolkata, where he had been battling typhoid and age-related illnesses for some time. His death has been confirmed. The Bengali film industry has lost a valuable actor. For the past few months, he had been struggling with various health problems and was hospitalized. Age-related complications and typhoid had worsened his condition. He finally breathed his last late Sunday night. His family informed that his last rites were performed at the Keoratala crematorium in Kolkata.
Who is Kalyan Chatterjee? He won people’s hearts through films
Kalyan Chatterjee was among the select few actors who also made a strong mark as a supporting actor. He acted in over 400 films, captivating audiences with his performances, sometimes in comedic roles and other times in sensitive characters. His journey, which began with his first film ‘Apanjan’, released in 1968, went on to include many acclaimed films.
Kalyan Chatterjee Death: Beginning of acting career
Kalyan Chatterjee began his acting career with the Bengali film ‘Apanjan’ in 1968. He has acted in over 400 films throughout his long career. In each of his films, he beautifully portrayed the character of an ordinary Bengali man, which is why he remains a familiar face in Bengali cinema even today.
Kalyan Chatterjee Movies: Films of Kalyan Chatterjee
Kalyan Chatterjee was part of several super-hit films, including ‘Dui Prithibi’, ‘Sabuj Dwiper Raja’, and ‘Baishe Srabon’. He gained recognition among the public for his role in Satyajit Ray’s 1970 film ‘Pratidwandi’. Kalyan Chatterjee’s work was not limited to Bengali cinema. He also worked with Vidya Balan in the 2012 Bollywood film ‘Kahaani’.
Worked with Satyajit Ray
Kalyan Chatterjee was among the artists who had the opportunity to work with the great filmmaker Satyajit Ray. Satyajit Ray’s film ‘Pratidwandi’ established him as a powerful actor. Following this, his roles in films like ‘Dhanyi Meye’, ‘Dui Prithibi’, ‘Sabuj Dwiper Raja’, and ‘Baishe Srabon’ are still etched in the memories of audiences. Beyond Bengali cinema, he also made his mark in Hindi films. His small but impactful role in Sujoy Ghosh’s popular thriller ‘Kahaani’ is still remembered by viewers.
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