04/09/2026
Celebrating a legend who became synonymous with the Golden Era of Bengali Cinema. đŦ
On the occasion of the Birth Centenary of Uttam Kumar, the Department of Posts released a commemorative postage stamp honouring the life, legacy and enduring contribution of the legendary actor to Bengali cinema and Indiaâs cultural heritage.
The stamp was unveiled in the presence of Dr Swapn Dasgupta, Honâble Finance Minister, Government of West Bengal; Sri Shamik Bhattacharyya, Honâble MP, Rajya Sabha; Dr Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, Honâble MP, Rajya Sabha; Smt Purnima Chakraborty, Honâble Minister of State, Information & Cultural Affairs Department and Tourism Department; Sri Prasenjit Chattopadhyay, Eminent Actor; Dr Saumitra Mohan, IAS, Secretary, Information & Cultural Affairs Department.
The first albums were handed over to the Honâble guests by Sri Riju Ganguly,Postmaster General, South Bengal Region.
Known as the âMahanayak,â Uttam Kumarâs remarkable body of work, distinctive screen presence and contribution to cinema continue to resonate across generations.