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Chhabi Biswas - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 12, 1900 |
|---|---|
| Died | June 11, 1962 (age 61) |
| Birthplace | Kolkata, Bengal Presidency, British India (now West Bengal, India) |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Chhabi Biswas's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in Bengali films, especially those directed by Satyajit Ray, such as 'Jalsaghar', 'Devi', and 'Kabuliwala'. |
Intro
Chhabi Biswas was a renowned Indian actor known for his work in Bengali cinema. He gained prominence for his powerful performances and became one of the most respected actors in Bengali film during the mid-20th century.
Early Life & Background
Chhabi Biswas was born into a well-known and cultured family in Kolkata. He developed an interest in acting from an early age, performing in amateur stage productions before launching his professional career in theater and, later, in film.
Career Highlights
- Debut in Bengali film 'Annapurnar Mandir' (1936)
- Acclaimed performances in Satyajit Ray's 'Jalsaghar' (1958), 'Devi' (1960), and 'Kanchenjungha' (1962)
- Role as Rahmat in Tapan Sinha's 'Kabuliwala' (1957)
- Appeared in over 200 Bengali films and theater productions
Trivia
- Considered a pioneer in bringing naturalist acting to Bengali cinema.
- Biswas often played aristocratic and intellectual characters.
- He died in a car accident in 1962, which was a major loss to Bengali cinema.
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When was Chhabi Biswas born?
Chhabi Biswas was born the 12 July 1900.
Where is Chhabi Biswas from?
Kolkata, Bengal Presidency, British India (now West Bengal, India).
On His Birth-Day
About July 12th, 1900, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 12, 1900, President William McKinley was re-nominated as the Republican candidate for the 1900 presidential election during the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia.
- Day of the week: July 12th, 1900 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
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