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Sukhen Das

1938 – 2004

Indian actor

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About Sukhen Das

Lived 1938 – 2004 (aged 65). Sukhen Das was an Indian screenwriter, film actor, film director and actor, known for Amar Kantak, Daan Pratidaan and Pratisodh.

Early life and education Das was born as Sukhendranath Das in Kolkata. He spent parts of his childhood in an orphanage i.e. The Ramkrishna Society-Anath Bhandar. He did not finish his education because of financial problems.

Career Das acted in many commercially successful movies including Pratishodh (1981) and Maa Ek Mandir (1988). Maan Abhiman (1978) and Singhaduar (1978), and wrote scripts for a number of others. although he sometimes played comic roles as well, as exemplified by his role in Dhonyi Meye. A typical role for him would be a man who became handicapped in an accident while trying to rescue younger brother or friend, and who was being ill-treated by others. His role in Pratisodh, where he played the role of an action hero, was unusual.

Personal life He died on 4 April 2004 in a nursing home in Kolkata due to cardiac arrest.

Filmography

Actor

Arjun Aamar Naam (2003) Biswasghatak (2003) Phul Aar Pathar (2002) Shesh Bichar (2001) Bastir Meye Radha (2000) Maan Apaman (1997) Daan Pratidan (1993) Tapasya (1993) Monikanchan (1992) Katha Dilam (1991) Maan Maryada (1991) Nyaydanda (1990) Mahapith Tarapith (1989) Aghat (1988) Boba Sanai (1988) Dena Paona (1988) Maa Ek Mandir (1988) Paap Punya (1987) Pratikar (1987) Abhiman (1986) Amar Bandhan (1986) Amarkantak (1986) Daktar Bou (1986) Milantithi (1985) Dadamoni (1984) Jiban Maran (1983) Mamata (1982) Sankalpa (1982) Pratisodh (1981) Nyay Anyay (1981) Satmaa (1981) Raja Saheb (1980) Rajnandini (1980) Sunayani (1979) Nishkriti (1978) Singhaduar (1978) Ajasra Dhanyabad (1977) Baba Taraknath (1977) Babumasai (1977) Behula Lakhindar (1977) Nayan (1977) Ramer Sumati (1977) Sanai (1977) Swikarakti (1976) Achena Atithi (1973) Archana (1972) Janatar Adalat (1972) Naya Michhil (1972) Dhanyee Meye (1971) Sona Boudi (1971) Duti Mon (1970) Agnijuger Kahini (1969) Panna Heere Chuni (1969) Pratidan (1969) Chowrangee (1968) Baghini (1968) Boudi (1968) Kedar Raja (1967) Mahasweta (1967) Ashru Diye Lekha (1966) Griha Sandhane (1966) Mayabini Lane (1966) Mahalagna (1965) Swargo Hote Biday (1964) Saat Bhai (1963) Hansuli Banker Upakatha (1962) Bishakanya (1961) Kathin Maya (1961) Gariber Meye (1960) Jal-Jangal (1959) Lalu Bhula (1959) Sashibabur Sansar (1959) Daily Passenger (1958) Maa Shitala (1958) Rastar Chhele (1957) Chor (1956) Bhalobasa (1955) Joy Maa Kali Boarding (1955) Kalo Bou (1955) Rickshaw-Wala (1955) Srikrishna Sudama (1955) Mantrashakti (1954) Banglar Nari (1954) Moni Aar Manik (1954) Moyla Kagaj (1954) Roshenara (1953) Bindur Chhele (1952 film) (1952) Swapno O Samadhi (1952) Pratyabartan (1951) Indrajaal (1950) Indranath (1950) Sahodar (1950) Dasiputra (1949)

Director

Biswasghatak (2003) Shesh Bichar (2001) Maan Apaman (1997) Daan Pratidan (1993) Maan Maryada (1991) Nyaydanda (1990) Dena Paona (1988) Maa Ek Mandir (1988) Amar Kantak (1986) Milantithi (1985) Jiban Maran (1983) Swarna Mahal (1982) Pratisodh (1981) Nyay Anyay (1981) Rajnandini (1980) Sunayani (1979) Maan Abhiman (1978) Singhaduar (1978) Nayan (1977) Achena Atithi (1973)

Screenplay/Story Pratisodh (1981) Rajnandini (1980) Sunayani (1979)

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Important facts

Birth century
Known for
Amar Kantak, Daan Pratidaan, Pratisodh

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Sukhen Das?

Indian actor

When was Sukhen Das born?

Sukhen Das was born on 28 July 1938 in Kolkata.

When did Sukhen Das die?

Sukhen Das died on 4 April 2004 in Kolkata.

What was Sukhen Das's occupation?

Sukhen Das was a screenwriter, film actor, film director and actor.

What was Sukhen Das known for?

Sukhen Das was known for Amar Kantak, Daan Pratidaan and Pratisodh.

What nationality was Sukhen Das?

Sukhen Das was Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sukhen Das

· Wikidata: Q20986569

· DBpedia: Sukhen Das

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