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Veteran filmmaker Partho Ghosh dies of heart attack at 75, tributes pour in

Veteran filmmaker Partho Ghosh dies of heart attack at 75, tributes pour in

India Today6 hours ago

Filmmaker Partho Ghosh, known for directing some of Indian cinema's most impactful films in the 90s, died due to a heart attack. The news was confirmed by actor Rituparna Sengupta.Ghosh, whose name is etched in cinematic history with films like 'Agni Sakshi' (1996), 'Ghulam-E-Musthafa' (1997), 'Teesra Kaun?' (1994), and 'Yugpurush' (1998), was a master at weaving intense narratives that struck a chord with audiences across generations.advertisementIn an emotional message, Sengupta wrote, 'Heartbroken beyond words. We have lost an exceptional talent, a visionary director, and a kind soul. Partho da, you will always be remembered for the magic you created on screen. Rest in peace.'
Known for his distinctive storytelling, Partho Ghosh had a unique ability to blend social realism with mainstream cinema. His film 'Agni Sakshi', which starred Manisha Koirala, Jackie Shroff, and Nana Patekar, became a milestone film on the subject of domestic violence and earned several accolades. 'Ghulam-E-Musthafa', starring Nana Patekar and Raveena Tandon, remains a cult classic that delved deep into the underworld with emotional intensity.He also directed numerous Hindi and Bengali television shows. Sengupta was also introduced to Hindi audiences by Partho in 1994. More recently, he has been working on the sequels to '100 Days' and 'Agnisakshi'.

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