Amalendu Biswas (1925–1987) was a Bangladeshi stage actor.[1] Calling Jatra Samrat, he specialized in jatra pala genre. He won Sequence of Merit Award by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy in 1980.[2] He was awarded Ekushey Padak by the Government of Bangladesh posthumously in 1989.[2]
Amalendu Biswas | |
|---|---|
| Born | 29 May 1925 |
| Died | 1987 (aged 61–62) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Spouse | Jyotsna Biswas |
| Children | Aruna Biswas |
Career edit
Biswas started his career at the British Royal Air force. He left the service during World War II and formed a jatra troupe Charanika Jatra Shamaj.[3] He performed with the troupe Natta Company while he was in Kolkata.[2]
Personal life edit
Biswas was married to Jyotsna Biswas.[4] They had a daughter Aruna Biswas.[5]
Legacy edit
In 2003, annual Amalendu Biswas Memorial Award was launched by Bangladesh Jatra Shilpa Unnayan Parishad (BJSUP) to award notable theater actors.[6][3]
Works edit
- Hitler
- Janoar
- Sirajuddaulah
- Ekti Paisa
- Michel Modhushudan
References edit
- ^ "Memorial programme on Amalendu Biswas at BSA". The Daily Star. July 1, 2011. Retrieved January 26, 2016.
- ^ a b c "Our Talents". The Daily Star. December 31, 2004. Retrieved January 26, 2016.
- ^ a b "Tribute to Amalendu Biswas". The Daily Star. October 16, 2009. Retrieved January 26, 2016.
- ^ "Q & A : "It's embarrassing to go begging for my own money from producers" -- Aruna". The Daily Star. September 28, 2006. Archived from the original on March 5, 2017. Retrieved January 26, 2016.
- ^ "Serial Biraj Bou conveys a powerful message --Aruna Biswas". The Daily Star. September 24, 2004. Archived from the original on March 5, 2017. Retrieved January 16, 2016.
- ^ "Amalenndu Biswas Memorial Award '07 announced". The Daily Star. November 25, 2007. Retrieved January 26, 2016.