Basanti Chatterjee Dies of Cancer: Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Expresses Grief

Veteran Bengali actress Basanti Chatterjee passed away on Tuesday night, August 12 (Basanti Chatterjee dies). She breathed her last at her home in Kolkata. The actress was 88 years old. The industry has suffered a major setback with the death of actress Basanti Chatterjee. Along with fans, celebrities are also paying tribute to the late actress.

Basanti Chatterjee death after battling cancer

Let us tell you that veteran actress Basanti Chatterjee was suffering from cancer for many years (Basanti Chatterjee dies after battling cancer). A spokesperson of the West Bengal Motion Picture Artists Forum told PTI that Basanti Chatterjee had spent the last few months in the hospital, after which the doctors had advised her to stay at home under the supervision of nurses at this time.

Actor Bhaswar Chatterjee paid tribute to Basanti Chatterjee

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At the same time, the colleagues and fans of the late actress have expressed deep grief over her demise. Actor Bhaswar Chatterjee said, "She was suffering from a lot of physical pain for some time. Despite declining health and advancing age, her work was incomparable." Her colleagues remember her not only for her talent, but also for her warmth, humility and passion for art.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee pays tribute to Basanti Chatterjee

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee wrote on her ex-handle, "I am deeply saddened by the demise of veteran television actress Basanti Chatterjee. Her demise is an irreparable loss to our art and entertainment world. I offer my condolences to her family, friends and fans".

Basanti Chatterjee Career

For your information, let us tell you that Basanti Chatterjee's career spanned more than five decades. She has acted in more than 100 films over the years. Her most popular films include the critically acclaimed 'Thagini', 'Manjari Opera', and 'Aalo'. The veteran actress has also acted in popular TV serials such as 'Bhootu', 'Boron', and 'Durga Durgeshari'. Apart from on-screen roles, she also regularly appeared in stage plays in her younger days. Basanti Chatterjee was last seen in the television serial 'Geeta LLB'. It is reported that the veteran actress fell seriously ill during the shooting of the serial.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1: Who was Basanti Chatterjee?
Basanti Chatterjee was an iconic actress of Bengali cinema, television, and theatre. Her acting career spanned over five decades, in which she appeared in over 100 films. 

2: What were the major films and TV serials she did?
Her major films include 'Thagini', 'Manjari Opera,' and 'Aalo'. In television, she played memorable roles in popular serials like 'Bhootu', 'Boron' and 'Durga Durgeshwari'. 

3: From which platform did his acting career begin?
 He started with theatre, where his acting skills flourished. After that, he made his mark in both films and TV. 

4: When and how did Basanti Chatterjee die?
She died on 13 August 2025 at her residence in Kolkata. She was suffering from a serious disease like cancer for years. After staying in the ICU for a few months, on the advice of doctors, she was kept under the care of a nurse at home. 

5: What was her last TV appearance?
Her last TV appearance was in the serial 'Geeta LLB'. During that time, she left the shooting due to her ill health. 

6: How did the industry and celebrities react to her demise?
 Actor Bhaswar Chatterjee said that she was suffering from a prolonged illness, but her art was invaluable and her contribution will remain unforgettable. 

7: What was her recent health condition?
In March 2024, she was admitted to the hospital in a critical condition, where she remained in a coma for some time. Later, after returning home, her health gradually started improving. She had expressed her desire to return to shooting, but was still facing difficulty in walking. 

 8: What were the financial challenges during the illness and treatment?
 He also faced financial difficulties during the treatment. He had to take a loan to pay the hospital bills, and it came to light that his driver Molay Babu helped him financially with the medical expenses. 

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