National Desk, 23rd March: Bengali cinema and television mourn the loss of a stalwart as veteran actor Partha Sarathi Deb, aged 68, breathed his last at a hospital in Kolkata where he was undergoing treatment. The news was confirmed by his family to a news agency on Saturday.
Partha Sarathi Deb, known for his prolific career spanning over theatre, television, films, and web series, succumbed to his illness on Friday night at 11:50 pm. Reports indicate that he had been battling COPD-related ailments for an extended period and had been admitted to the state-run M R Bangur hospital for the past month. His health deteriorated over the past week, eventually leading to his admission to the ICU.
Tributes poured in from fellow actors and industry colleagues, with actor Jeet expressing his condolences on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), sharing a photo of Partha and remembering him as a colleague and member of the WBAF committee. Additionally, actor Rupanjana Mitra shared the news of Partha’s demise through a heartfelt post on Facebook.
Partha Sarathi Deb, who served as the vice president of the West Bengal Motion Picture Artists Forum, was fondly remembered by the forum, which issued a statement mourning his loss. His body is scheduled to be kept at Technician Studio, a familiar place for the late actor, where his loved ones, teammates, and well-wishers can pay their respects.
With over 200 works to his credit, including notable performances in serials like “Joyee” and “Chuni Panna,” as well as films such as “Prem Aamar” and “Kakababu Here Gelen,” Partha Sarathi Deb has left an indelible mark on the Bengali entertainment landscape. His contributions will be cherished and remembered by audiences and peers alike.