Here’s a detailed and authentic list of the Top 10 Superstars of Tollygunge — the Bengali film industry (Tollywood) based in Kolkata.
This list blends legendary icons with modern trendsetters who continue to shape Bengali cinema 👇
1. Uttam Kumar
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Born:
3 September 1926 – Died: 24 July 1980.
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Profession:
Actor | Producer | Singer.
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Known For:
Nayak, Chowringhee,
Antony Firingee, Saptapadi, Harano Sur.
· Why Superstar: The “Legendary Mahanayak” of Bengali cinema; first true superstar whose films defined the golden era of Tollygunge.
2. Soumitra
Chatterjee
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Born:
19 January 1935 – Died: 15 November 2020.
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Profession:
Actor | Poet | Playwright.
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Known For:
Satyajit Ray’s Apu Trilogy, Charulata, Ghare
Baire, Ashani Sanket.
· Why Superstar: Ray’s most frequent collaborator; a National Award and Dadasaheb Phalke Award recipient; symbol of artistic excellence.
3.
Prosenjit Chatterjee
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Born:
30 September 1962, Kolkata.
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Profession:
Actor | Producer.
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Known For:
Autograph, Moner Manush, Chokher Bali,
Dosar, Drishtikone.
· Why Superstar: The face of modern Tollygunge for over three decades; balanced mainstream and art cinema successfully.
4. Dev
(Deepak Adhikari)
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Born:
25 December 1982, Keshpur, West Bengal.
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Profession:
Actor | Politician | Producer.
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Known For:
Paglu, Chander Pahar, Buno Haansh,
Bagha Jatin (2024).
· Why Superstar: One of the biggest commercial actors of the 2000s and 2020s; blends mass appeal with patriotic and action roles.
5. Jeet
(Mahesh Bhattacharjee)
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Born:
30 November 1978, Kolkata.
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Profession:
Actor | Producer | TV Presenter.
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Known For:
Boss, Chengiz,
Awara, Josh, Wanted.
· Why Superstar: Action hero of modern Bengali cinema; credited for reviving commercial entertainment post-2000.
6.
Jisshu Sengupta
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Born:
15 March 1977, Kolkata.
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Profession:
Actor | TV Host | Producer.
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Known For:
Byomkesh Bakshi series, Ek Je Chhilo Raja, Shob Charitro Kalponik, and Bollywood films like Durgamati.
· Why Superstar: Versatile performer who bridges Tollywood and Bollywood; graceful acting and pan-India presence.
7. Abir
Chatterjee
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Born:
18 November 1980, Kolkata.
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Profession:
Actor | Model.
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Known For:
Byomkesh series, Feluda Returns, Baishe
Srabon, Mayurakshi.
· Why Superstar: Modern symbol of intelligence and charm; renowned for detective roles and content-driven cinema.
8.
Ankush Hazra
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Born:
14 February 1989, Burdwan, West Bengal.
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Profession:
Actor | Dancer | Producer.
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Known For:
Bibaho Obhijaan, Magic, Kellafate, Abar Bibaho Obhijaan (2024).
· Why Superstar: Represents the youth wave of Tollywood; blend of comedy, romance and dance.
9.
Parambrata Chatterjee
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Born:
27 June 1980, Kolkata.
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Profession:
Actor | Director | Producer.
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Known For:
Kahaani, Feluda, Bhalo Theko, City of Joy.
· Why Superstar: Equally successful in Hindi and Bengali films; represents the intellectual face of contemporary cinema.
10.
Ritwik Chakraborty
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Born:
31 March 1977, Barrackpore, West Bengal.
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Profession:
Actor | Theatre Artist.
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Known For:
Shabdo, Eagoler Chokh, Ahare Mon,
Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti.
· Why Superstar: National Award winner and critic favourite; represents art-house realism in modern Bengali cinema.
⭐ Conclusion
Tollygunge stands as one of India’s most
intellectual and aesthetically strong cinema hubs.
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Legends
like Uttam Kumar and Soumitra Chatterjee laid its foundation.
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Modern
icons like Prosenjit, Dev, and Jeet made it commercially strong.
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Contemporary
actors like Abir, Parambrata and Ritwik bring depth and global
respect.
Together, they define the soul of Bengali cinema — emotion, elegance and excellence.
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