Kolkata, 09 March (H.S.): Veteran Bengali actor Tamal Roy Choudhury passed away peacefully at his south Kolkata residence on Monday, family sources said. He was 80.

Roy Choudhury died of a cardiac arrest in his sleep, they said.

A prominent figure in Bengali theatre and cinema, Roy Choudhury began his artistic career on stage and remained deeply associated with theatre throughout his life. Though theatre was his first passion, he later became a familiar face on Bengali television and in films, earning recognition for his supporting roles.

From the mid-1990s, he appeared regularly in several popular television serials and established himself as a dependable character actor.

His filmography included both commercial successes and critically acclaimed projects such as “Challenge”, “Le Halua Le”, “Bindass”, “Amazon Obhijaan” and “Chander Pahar”.

Roy Choudhury also featured in art-house films like “Jatiswar” and “Gorosthane Sabdhan”, which earned appreciation from critics and audiences alike.

In recent years, health issues had slowed down his work, though colleagues remembered him for his warmth and generosity.

Actor-politician Debdut Ghosh paid tribute to Roy Choudhury on social media, recalling his affectionate nature and mentorship of younger artistes.

“He was a wonderful person who loved long conversations and never hesitated to help others during work challenges,” Ghosh wrote.

Roy Choudhury’s passing marks the end of an era in Bengali theatre and cinema, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and memorable performances.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Priyanka Pandey