Sreela Majumdar, a noted Bengali actress, died on January 27, 2024, at the age of 65. She was battling cancer for several years.
Majumdar was born in Calcutta, India, in 1959. She made her acting debut in the 1980 film Parasuram, directed by Mrinal Sen. She went on to star in over 100 films, including Akaler Sandhane, Chokher Bali, and Ekdin Pratidin.
Majumdar was known for her versatility and her ability to portray a wide range of characters. She was also a gifted dubbing artist, and she provided the voice for Aishwarya Rai in the film Chokher Bali.
Majumdar’s death was mourned by fans and colleagues alike. She was a respected and beloved actress who will be remembered for her talent and her contributions to Bengali cinema.
Sreela Majumdar Movies
Sreela Majumdar was a prolific actress who starred in over 100 films in her career. She made her acting debut in the 1980 film Parasuram, directed by Mrinal Sen. She went on to star in a variety of films, including both commercial and arthouse productions.
Some of her most notable films include:
- Akaler Sandhane (1980): A critically acclaimed film directed by Mrinal Sen, Akaler Sandhane tells the story of a group of people who are affected by the Bengal famine of 1943. Majumdar played the role of a young woman named Sreeja.
- Chokh (1983): Another critically acclaimed film directed by Mrinal Sen, Chokh tells the story of a widow who is haunted by the memory of her husband. Majumdar played the lead role of the widow.
- Ek Din Pratidin (1979): A popular film directed by Rituparno Ghosh, Ek Din Pratidin tells the story of two women who live next door to each other and whose lives become intertwined. Majumdar played the role of one of the women, Minu.
- Mandi (1983): A critically acclaimed film directed by Shyam Benegal, Mandi tells the story of a brothel in Calcutta during the British Raj. Majumdar played the role of a prostitute named Phoolmani.
- Arohan (1982): A critically acclaimed film directed by Rituparno Ghosh, Arohan tells the story of a young woman who comes of age in a traditional Bengali household. Majumdar played the lead role of the young woman.
- Kharij (1982): Another significant work, directed by Mrinal Sen, where she delivered a memorable performance.
- In Search of Famine (1981): Her role in this film was also highly praised.
- Damul (1985): In this Prakash Jha movie, she delivered a noteworthy performance.
- Palan (2023): Her last film, a sequel to ‘Ek Din Pratidin’, directed by Kaushik Ganguly, was widely acclaimed.
Majumdar was also a gifted dubbing artist, and she provided the voice for Aishwarya Rai in the film Chokher Bali. She was a respected and beloved actress who will be remembered for her talent and her contributions to Bengali cinema.
