Robi Ghosh ( bn, রবি ঘোষ) (24 November 1931 – 4 February 1997) was an Indian actor known for his work in Bengali cinema. He is known for his comic appeal, though his versatile acting talent brought him success in various kinds of roles. He is probably one of the earliest character actors of Bengali cinema who focused mainly on method acting. Therefore, he was a regular member of Satyajit Ray films over the years. Till date, he is remembered for his comic roles in different movies. Robi Ghosh was a renowned actor in Bengali theatre and TV as well. He also played a character, Badridas, in the episode ''Amrit ki Maut'' in Byomkesh Bakshi (TV series), broadcast by

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Early life

Ghosh was born on 24 November 1931 in Kolkata. His birth name was Robi Ghosh Dastidar. His ancestry can be traced to East Bengal, now Bangladesh. In 1949, he completed his matriculation from the South Suburban Main School. After completing his intermediate in science, he joined the

Asutosh College Asutosh College (Bengali: আশুতোষ কলেজ) is a college affiliated to the University of Calcutta, situated in Southern Kolkata, close to the Jatin Das Park Metro Station, gate No. 2. It was established in 1916 as the South Subur ...

for graduation. He used to work in

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from 1953 to 1959. He married actress Anubha Gupta. After her demise, he married Baishakhi Devi on 24 November 1982.

Career

Ghosh’s role in the play ''Angar'' was noticed by director Aurabinda Mukhopadhay. Robi made his debut in a small role in his film ''Ahoban'' in 1959. His breakthrough was in Tapan Sinha's ''

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'', and his role in Satyajit Ray’s '' Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne'' (1968) became a landmark in his career. ''

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'' (1962), ''

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'' (1970), '' Hirak Rajar Deshe'' (1980), '' Goopy Bagha Phire Elo'' (1991), and '' Padma Nadir Majhi'' (1993) are some of his memorable movies. He was also a noted theatre personality who was a student of Utpal Dutta’s Little Theatre Group. He traveled abroad extensively for his performances in Berlin (1969), Mauritius (1988), the USA and Europe (1995). He also directed the movie ''Nidhiram Sardar''. In 1970, he participated in the Berlin Film Festival as the lead actor of ''Goopi Gyne Bagha Byne'' in the role of Bagha Byne, which was one of his most memorable roles.. He was the founder of the theatre group "Chalachal". In 1960 he was awarded the Ultorath Award for his outstanding performance in the play ''Angar''. He died on 4 February 1997.

Filmography

As actor

* Kahini (film) (1997) Last films * Nayantara (1995) * Gosainpur Sargaram (1997) * Baksho Rahashya (1996) * Vrindavan Film Studios (1996) * Phiriye Dao (1994) * ''

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'' (1993) * '' Prajapati (film)'' (1993) * Padma Nadir Majhi (1993) * Agantuk (1991) * Goopy Bagha Phire Elo (1991) *

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(1987) * Amar Sangi (1987) * Maha Yatra (1987) *

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(1983) * Rajbadhu (1982) * Bancharamer Bagan (1980) * Heerak Rajar Deshe (1980) * Paka Dekha (1980) * Naukadubi (1979) * Charmurti (1978) * Mohunbaganer Meye (1976) * Jana Aranya (1976) * Chorus (1974) * Mouchak (1974) *

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(1974) * Fuleswari (1974) * Thagini (1974) * Raktatilak (1974) * Basanta Bilap (1973) * Marjina Abdulla (1973) * Sabuj Dwiper Raja (1973) * Ajker Nayak (1972) * Padi Pishir Barmi Baksha (1972) * Sabse Bada Sukh (1972) *

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(1971) *

(1970) *

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(1969) * Satyakam (1969) * Apanjan (1968) * Baghini (1968) * Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne (1968) *

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(1967) * Balika Badhu (1967) * Kal Tumi Aleya (1966) * Monihaar (1966) * Dol Gobinder Karcha (1966) *

(1966) * Uttarpurush (1966) * Griha Sandhaney (1966) * Swapna Niye (1966) * Arohi (1965) * Mahapurush (1965) * Ektuku basha (1965) * Surer Aagun (1965) * Aarohi (1964) * Lal Pathar (1964) * Subha O Debotar Grash (1964) * Momer Alo (1964) * Abaseshe (1963) * Nirjan Saikate (1963) * Kashtipathar (1963) * Sesh prahar (1963) * Chhayasurya (1963) * Binimoy (1963) * Nyaydanda (1963) * Palatak (1963) * Aagun (1962) *

(1962) * Hansuli Banker Upakatha (1962) * Megh (1961) * Kichukkhan (1959)

As director

* ''Sadhu Judhishthirer Karcha'' (1974) (as Ekalavya) * ''Nidhi Ram Sardar'' (1976)

Awards

* Anandalok Award for Nayantara in 1998 (Special Jury Award) * Kalakar Awards

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Ghosh, Robi Bengali male actors Male actors in Bengali cinema Asutosh College alumni University of Calcutta alumni 1931 births 1997 deaths Kalakar Awards winners 20th-century Indian male actors Male actors from Kolkata