Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Kalyani University Honors Uttam Kumar with Book
Kalyani University has released a book called 'Sobar Upore Uttam' to honor the famous actor Uttam Kumar.
The book has articles, photos, and a letter from Uttam Kumar to his wife.
Many people from different countries helped write it.
The university wants to remember Uttam Kumar's importance to Bengali culture.
The book was unveiled at a special event where Uttam Kumar's family and university officials spoke about his impact.
Another volume of the book will be released on Uttam Kumar's birth anniversary.
Kalyani University released the first volume of 'Sobar Upore Uttam' to honor Uttam Kumar.
The book features 50 articles, rare photos, posters, and a letter from Uttam Kumar to his wife.
Contributors include academics, journalists, and admirers from 10 countries.
Uttam Kumar's daughter-in-law, Mahua Chattopadhyay, was the chief guest at the event.
The second volume of the book will be released on Uttam Kumar's birth anniversary.
- Who
- Kalyani University, Uttam Kumar's family, academics, journalists, admirers
- What
- Release of the first volume of 'Sobar Upore Uttam'
- When
- Ahead of Uttam Kumar's death anniversary
- Where
- Kalyani University
- Why
- To document and preserve the life, legacy, and cultural influence of Uttam Kumar
Academic Recognition
Cultural Preservation
Purpose of the Book
Academic Recognition
The book aims to document Uttam Kumar's life and legacy academically.
Cultural Preservation
The book preserves the cultural memory and emotional connection Bengalis have with Uttam Kumar.
- Book Title
- Sobar Upore Uttam
- University
- Kalyani University
- Department
- Bengali Department
- Chief Guest
- Mahua Chattopadhyay
- Number of Contributors
- 50
- Countries Represented
- 10
- Editor
- Prof Sukhen Biswas
- Next Release Date
- 3 September