On September 3, 2026, the global Bengali diaspora and lovers of world cinema mark the 100th birth anniversary of Arun Kumar Chattopadhyay—known to millions simply as Uttam Kumar, the indisputable Mahanayak (Great Hero). A titan who defined an era of Indian popular culture, his legacy remains as vital today as it was during the golden age of Tollygunge. The Cultural Beacon of Post-Partition Bengal In the turbulent decade following the 1947 Partition, Bengal grappled with econo

2PF pays tribute to the timeless legacy of Rituparno Ghosh on his birth anniversary.Rituparno Ghosh was a visionary Bengali filmmaker, screenwriter, actor and lyricist who transformed the landscape of contemporary Indian cinema.His breakthrough film Unishe April won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film. 
 He went on to create acclaimed films including Dahan, Bariwali, Utsab, Chokher Bali, Raincoat, Dosar, The Last Lear and Abohoman. His films earned numerous Nationa

Suchitra Sen was one of the most honored and respected actresses in Indian cinema.She made history by becoming the first Indian actress to win an international award. Her performance in Saat Pake Bandha earned her the Best Actress award at the Moscow International Film Festival .She was also awarded the prestigious Padma Shri for her contribution to Indian cinema. She was the only Mahanayika, alongside the Mahanayak Uttam Kumar, creating an unforgettable legacy.Her films li