Uttam Kumar - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 03, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Age | 99 |
| Birthplace | Calcutta, Bengal Presidency, British India (now Kolkata, West Bengal, India) |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Uttam Kumar's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Being the most celebrated actor in Bengali cinema, starring in classic films such as 'Nayak', 'Saptapadi', and collaborating with Satyajit Ray. Revered for his charismatic screen presence and acting versatility. |
Intro
Uttam Kumar was a legendary Indian film actor, director, producer, and playback singer, celebrated as the most iconic star of Bengali cinema. Known as the 'Mahanayak' (Great Hero), Kumar starred in over 200 films, transforming Bengali film and achieving pan-Indian fame.
Early Life & Background
Uttam Kumar was born as Arun Kumar Chatterjee on September 3, 1926, in Calcutta. He showed an early interest in theater and performing arts and joined amateur theatre groups while studying at South Suburban School and Goenka College of Commerce and Business Administration.
Career Highlights
- Rose to stardom with 'Agni Pariksha' (1954), establishing his on-screen pairing with Suchitra Sen
- Starred in Satyajit Ray's acclaimed film 'Nayak' (1966)
- Winner of the inaugural National Film Award for Best Actor for 'Anthony Firingee' (1967) and 'Chiriyakhana' (1967)
- Acted in over 200 Bengali films and several Hindi films
- Held titles such as 'Mahanayak' and remains a cultural icon in Bengal
Trivia
- He was the first recipient of the National Film Award for Best Actor in India.
- Uttam Kumar's pairing with Suchitra Sen is considered legendary in Indian cinema.
- A major Kolkata metro station and an award are named after him.
FAQs
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Uttam Kumar is 99 years old.
Uttam Kumar was born the 3 September 1926.
Calcutta, Bengal Presidency, British India (now Kolkata, West Bengal, India).
On His Birth-Day
About September 3rd, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 3, 1926, the funeral train carrying the remains of silent film star Rudolph Valentino arrived in Chicago. The train had departed New York City on September 2, beginning its journey to California.
- Day of the week: September 3rd, 1926 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Love Bound by Ted Weems & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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