Veteran Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passes away

Veteran filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020. The director is known for his films such as ‘Chhoti Si Baat’, ‘Rajnigandha’, died of age-related health issues. Basu died in his sleep at his Santacruz residence. His last rites will be performed today at Santacruz cremation at 2 pm.

Filmmaker and Indian Film & TV Directors’ Association president Ashoke Pandit took to Twitter to share the news. He tweeted, “@ashokepandit I am extremely grieved to inform you all the demise of Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee ji . His last rites will be performed today at Santacruz cremation at 2 pm. It’s a great loss to the industry. Will miss you Sir. #RIPBasuChaterjee.”

Mamata Bannerjee too condoled his demise,

Basu Chatterjee was a known name in Bollywood and Bengali cinema. He had also helmed two hit TV serials – Byomkesh Bakshi and Rajani. In 1992, he was awarded National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare for his film Durga.

May His Soul Rest In Peace.

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