Archive · 24 Jul 2025
West Bengal Theatre Fraternity Mourns the Passing of Ratan Thiyam
Ratan Thiyam, a famous theatre artist, has died.
People in the theatre world in West Bengal are sad because of his passing.
They remember him as a kind person and a talented artist.
Thiyam was known for his unique style of theatre that showed stories about politics and used traditions from Manipur.
He received a prestigious award for his work.
People in the theatre community will miss him and his contributions to the arts.
Ratan Thiyam, a renowned theatre personality, passed away at 77.
The news of Thiyam's death was met with grief by West Bengal's theatre community.
Eminent theatre figures Rudraprasad Sengupta and Kaushik Sen recalled their interactions with Thiyam.
Thiyam was known for his distinct style of political theatre influenced by Manipuri heritage.
Thiyam was a Padma Shri awardee.
- Who
- Ratan Thiyam, and the theatre community of West Bengal
- What
- Ratan Thiyam, a theatre personality, passed away.
- When
- Early Wednesday
- Where
- A hospital in Imphal
- Why
- Not explicitly stated.
- Name
- Ratan Thiyam
- Age
- 77
- Occupation
- Theatre personality
- Award
- Padma Shri
- Death Location
- Imphal