{
  "id": 5297110,
  "title": "PM Modi pays tribute to Bengali film icon Uttam Kumar on birth centenary",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/pm-modi-pays-tribute-to-bengali-film-icon-uttam-kumar-on-birth",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-03T09:42:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/regional/pm-modi-pays-tribute-to-bengali-film-icon-uttam-kumar-on-birth-centenary-10861604/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On his birth centenary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the legendary Bengali film actor Uttam Kumar, describing his timeless performances that resonate with audiences across generations. Born as Arun Kumar Chattopadhyay on September 3, 1926, and passing away on July 24, 1980, Uttam Kumar's remarkable emotional depth and dignity were lauded by Mahanayak Satyajit Ray. The Prime Minister shared excerpts from his August 30 radio address, \"Mann Ki Baat,\" where he hailed Uttam Kumar as a versatile actor whose performances have become deeply embedded in people's hearts. Modi emphasized Uttam Kumar's unwavering dedication to his craft, noting that despite initial struggles, he persevered to achieve greatness. The Prime Minister also recalled a personal encounter with Uttam Kumar's house during a roadshow in Kolkata, where he received a photograph of the late actor as a token of appreciation. Paying homage, Modi expressed that the legendary Uttam Kumar will forever remain in the hearts of the people.",
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  "key_points": [
    "Prime Minister Modi pays tribute to Uttam Kumar on his birth centenary.",
    "Uttam Kumar, born as Arun Kumar Chattopadhyay, was a legendary Bengali actor.",
    "Modi highlighted Uttam Kumar's enduring emotional performances and dedication to acting."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}