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Utpal Dutt - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 29, 1929 |
|---|---|
| Died | August 19, 1993 (age 64) |
| Birthplace | Barisal, Bengal Presidency, British India (now Bangladesh) |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Utpal Dutt's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | His prolific career in Bengali theatre, memorable performances in Hindi films such as 'Gol Maal', and his direction and political theatre work. |
Intro
Utpal Dutt was an influential Indian actor, director, and writer, widely recognized for his work in Bengali theatre and Hindi cinema. He was known for his versatility in both serious and comic roles and left a significant mark on Indian performing arts.
Early Life & Background
Utpal Dutt was born into a Bengali family in Barisal, then part of British India. He studied at St. Xavier’s Collegiate School and College in Kolkata, where he cultivated an early interest in theatre and literature.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Founded the Little Theatre Group (later People’s Theatre Group) in 1949.[2]
- Renowned for performing in and directing stage adaptations of Western and Indian classics.
- Prominent roles in Hindi cinema including 'Gol Maal' (1979), 'Shaukeen' (1982), and 'Rang Birangi' (1983).[1]
- Won the National Film Award for Best Actor for the Bengali film 'Bhuvan Shome' (1969).[2]
- Known for blending political themes with entertainment in his stage plays.
Trivia
- He was a noted Marxist and used his art to promote leftist ideologies.
- Utpal Dutt was arrested in 1965 for his role in staging politically charged plays.
- Apart from acting, he translated several plays and wrote numerous essays on theatre.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Utpal Dutt born?
Utpal Dutt was born the 29 March 1929.
Where is Utpal Dutt from?
Barisal, Bengal Presidency, British India (now Bangladesh).
On His Birth-Day
About March 29th, 1929, in brief:
- Historical events: The Boston Bruins won the Stanley Cup on March 29, 1929, defeating the New York Rangers in a best-of-five series.
- Day of the week: March 29th, 1929 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Broadway Melody directed by Harry Beaumont
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