Uma Dasgupta, the legendary face of Durga in Satyajit Ray's Pather Panchali (1955), has left us at 84, after a valiant fight with cancer
Uma Dasgupta, the legendary face of Durga in Satyajit Ray's Pather Panchali (1955), has left us at 84, after a valiant fight with cancer. Her portrayal of Durga, Apu’s spirited elder sister, remains etched in the hearts of cinephiles worldwide. Though she didn’t pursue mainstream cinema, her performance stands as a timeless gem from Indian cinema's golden era.
Rest in power, Durga 💔✨
Venkataramanan Ramasethu
18th November 2024