Supriya Devi

Aniruddha Ghosh���s debut film Paanchforon is a full-on comedy starring veteran actress Supriya Devi

In less than a month, his Rajkahini, a period film with 11 actresses, will go on the floors. But there is a slight change in the cast of Srijit Mukherji's ambitious project. Supriya Devi, who was supposed to play one of the lead roles, had to opt out of the film because of health issues. Instead, Lily Chakraborty has been roped in to essay the character.

Bengali celebs pay homage to Supriya Devi on birth anniversary

Popular Bangladeshi actor Jaya Ahsan, who has already made her name in Tollywood with some powerful performances, has been roped in to play the role of Supriya Devi.

Supriya Devi was known for her work in Bengali cinema for more than 50 years. She is best known for her portrayal of 'Neeta' in Ritwik Ghatak's 'Megha Dhaka Tara' (1960). In 2014, She was awarded the Padma Shri for her contributions to the entertainment industry.

Mumtaz Sorcar is going great guns. Her role of Sumita Devi in Kamaleswar Mukherjee���s film on Ritwik Ghatak is inspired by none other than Supriya Devi.

Chief minister Mamata Banerjee visited Supriya Devi at Belle Vue Clinic on Wednesday evening.

A private Bengali channel organised a programme in memory of Uttam Kumar.

Despite her chock-a-block schedule, Rituparna Sengupta has always remained involved with the cause of artistes in Tollygunge.

Tonushree Chakraborty reminisces about Supriya Devi.

TOI checks out whether on Uttam Kumar’s 82nd birth anniversary today, his fans can accept the Mahanayak’s criticisms.

One of the most awaited teleseries of the com ing months -Mahanayak, based on the life of Uttam Kumar -has just seen a major cast change, with Tonushree Chakraborty signing up to play the gorgeous Supriya Devi, a character that Raima Sen was supposed to portray earlier. Raima seems to have backed out because of date issues.

As countless admirers mourned the demise of the Sophia Loren of Bengal and the “Janani” of Bengali megaserials, most agreed that the Padma Shri and Banga Bibhushan recipient will be remembered for having lived life on her own terms.

Two of Bengal's yesteryear screen goddesses - Sabitri Chatterjee and Supriya Devi - will be conferred Padma Shri this year.

Indian boxers showcase their talent at the inaugural U-19 World Championships in Colorado, USA, winning 17 medals, including four golds. Female athletes particularly excel, capturing 10 medals. Standouts include Parthavi Grewal, Vanshika Goswami, and Hemant Sangwan, who clinch gold in their respective categories.

On his death anniversary today,TOI wonders if Bengal is more in love with the myth that is Uttam Kumar or if idol worship is translating into something more constructive

Did you know how Sabitri Chatterjee reacted when he got to know that Uttam Kumar was leaving his home for Supriya Devi?

Tabu, who worked with Supriya Chowdhury in Mira Nair’s ‘The Namesake’, remembers the actress

Supriya Devi's daughter Soma Chatterjee remembers her mother.

It was one of the historic moments when Mithun Chakraborty was honoured with Mahanayak Award at an Award function

Rituparna Sengupta reminisces about Supriya Devi.

Padma Shri recipient Supriya Devi in a quick chat with CT

On her birthday this year, Supriya Devi had a request for her grandson, Sean Banerjee.

Tanima Sen is already through with the first leg of shooting for her directorial debut. Titled 'Pother Shesh Kothay', the film revolves around a North Kolkata family.

Supriya Devi gifted one of her cookbooks to Sudipa.

Srijit Mukherji's remake of the 1968 classic Chowringhee starring Uttam Kumar and Supriya Devi has undergone a major cast change since it was announced a few months back.