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All reporting uniformly confirms the passing of veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen at age 71 after a prolonged illness in Kolkata.
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Veteran Bengali Filmmaker Raja Sen Passes Away at 71
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Veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen passed away at the age of 71.
He died while receiving medical treatment at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata.
Reports indicate he was battling a prolonged illness and age-related ailments.
Sen had been on ventilator support following multiple health complications.
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His health struggles stemmed partly from a prior back injury sustained years earlier.
Hospital sources confirmed he suffered from lung, cardiac, and kidney issues.
He earned widespread recognition as a three-time National Film Award winner.
Key cinematic works include acclaimed feature films like Damu and Atmiyo Swajan.
His portfolio also extended to notable television adaptations and documentaries.
The regional film industry expressed deep grief over his passing.
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Reports detail the factual circumstances of his death at Kolkata's SSKM Hospital, highlighting his age, health complications, and career achievements.
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Raja Sen passes away at 71: Three-Time National Award-Winning Bengali filmmaker passes away after battlin
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The Times of India reports that veteran Bengali filmmaker and three-time National Film Award winner Raja Sen has passed away at the age of 71 while undergoing treatment at Kolkata's SSKM Hospital. According to a PTI report cited by the publication, Sen was in critical condition on ventilator support following a long battle with age-related ailments and complications that stemmed from a prior back injury. The article details his extensive career spanning television adaptations, documentaries, and acclaimed feature films like 'Damu' and 'Atmiyo Swajan'.
Who was Raja Sen? Three-time National Award winner dies at 71
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Livemint reports on the death of prominent Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata. Citing a PTI report and hospital sources, the article notes that he suffered from multiple complications, including lung, cardiac, and kidney issues following a back injury sustained years earlier. The publication outlines his extensive contributions to television, documentaries, and feature films, highlighting his three National Film Awards for works such as 'Damu', 'Atmiyo Swajan', and his documentary on Suchitra Mitra.
Raja Sen, three-time National Award-winning Bengali filmmaker, dies at 71 after prolonged illness |…
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Hindustan Times reports that veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. Citing news agency PTI and hospital sources, the article details that Sen was receiving treatment at SSKM Hospital for multiple health complications and was on ventilator support prior to his passing on Sunday. The publication highlights his career milestones, including his three National Film Awards for works such as 'Damu' and 'Atmiyo Swajan', noting that his death brings grief to the regional film industry.
Raja Sen, celebrated Bengali filmmaker and National Award winner, dies at 71
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WION reports that veteran Bengali filmmaker and three-time National Award winner Raja Sen has died at the age of 71 in Kolkata. Citing a PTI report and hospital statements, the article explains that he passed away from multi-organ complications while on ventilator support at SSKM Hospital. The publication reviews his decades-long career in cinema and television, mentioning his work on notable films like 'Atmiyo Swajan' and 'Desh', as well as his foundational work as a documentary filmmaker.