'No Political Interference': West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Vows To Revive Bengali Cinema & Restore Its Lost Glory
Kolkata: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday had promised to keep Bengali film industry free from political interference while paying tribute to Bengali film icon Uttam Kumar on his birth centenary. The Chief Minister earlier this day had given floral tribute to Uttam Kumar’s statue in Tollygunge accompanied by veteran actors Ranjit Mullick, Prasenjit Chattopadhyay, Dev and Jeet. In the…
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari vowed on Thursday to restore the glory of Bengali cinema, promising to keep the industry free from political interference. He paid tribute to legendary actor Uttam Kumar on his 100th birth anniversary, laying floral tributes to his statue in Tollygunge alongside veteran actors Ranjit Mullick, Prasenjit Chattopadhyay, Dev and Jeet.
Adhikari assured the film fraternity of support from the state government, vowing to amend any necessary bills and pass them in the Assembly. He emphasized the need to revive the lost glory of Bengali cinema, which was once known for setting benchmarks in the industry. In a statement, Adhikari expressed his respect for Uttam Kumar, calling him the "Mahanayak" of Indian cinema.
He announced plans to construct an institution named after Kumar in Kolkata, with the foundation stone to be laid on Friday. Adhikari also stated that movies featuring Uttam Kumar will be showcased in theaters throughout July.
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