Debu Bose

Birthday: 1942-12-02
Deathday: 2018-08-22
Birthplace: Orissa, British India [now India]
Gender: Male
Owned By: Unowned

Debu Bose was a highly respected Indian actor and former classical dancer, best remembered for his extensive and influential work in the Odia film industry. Born into a Kayastha family in Odisha during the British Raj, his passion for the performing arts began early in his life. While pursuing his college degree in Berhampur, he became an active member of the Ganjam Kala Parishad and frequently participated in various regional dance dramas. Deeply drawn to the art of dance, he went on to receive formal classical training under the tutelage of the legendary Odissi dancer Kelucharan Mohapatra, laying a strong artistic foundation for his future career.

Bose's entry into the entertainment industry initially stemmed from his dance background. He started his career as a dancer and assistant choreographer in the 1974 film Mana Akasha, directed by Nitai Palit. He officially made his acting debut in the 1980 film Tapasya and quickly transitioned into one of Ollywood's most prolific and recognizable character actors. Over a remarkably long career spanning four decades, he acted in more than 120 films, delivering memorable performances in beloved movies such as Samay Kheluchhi Chaka Bhaunri, Ki Heba Sua Posile, Pua Moro Kala Thakura, Phula Chandana, Kaberi, Sahari Bagha, and Suna Chadhei. Beyond his cinematic achievements, he remained deeply committed to the stage, actively associating with the regional theater group Diganta and directing several successful plays. His final film appearance was in the 2014 movie Raasta.

After a long and illustrious life dedicated to the arts, Debu Bose passed away at the age of 75 on August 22, 2018, while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Hyderabad. His death, which resulted from a cardiac arrest following a history of heart-related illnesses, was met with widespread grief. The Ollywood film fraternity and his countless fans deeply mourned his passing, honoring his immense contributions to the screen and stage, and dubbing his departure as an irreparable loss to Odia cinema and culture.

Credits

	Year	Title	Character
	2013-06-14	Hata Dhari Chalutha
	2010-03-25	To Akhire Mun	Shalini's father
	2007-11-23	Samay Hatare Dori
	2007-10-19	Lal Tuku Tuku Sadhaba Bahu
	2007-07-16	Nari Nuhen Tu Narayani	Dhanjay Das Mahapatra
	2006-08-16	Thank You Bhagban	Ramu Kaka
	2006-07-22	De Maa Shakti De	Rajesh Patnaik
	2006-05-24	Sasu Ghara Chali Jibi	Debendra Choudhury
	2005-08-11	Topae Sindura Di Topa Luha	Gaurab's father
	2005-03-09	Arjun	Police D. G.
	2004-07-16	Mastan
	2003-09-27	Aw Aakare Aa
	2002-08-01	Sei Jhiati
	2001-06-12	Mo Kola To Jhulana	Sahadeb
	2001-05-31	Sindur Niye Khela
	1999-12-03	Paradesi Babu
	1999-04-22	Kalki Abatar	Seema's father
	1997-01-01	Kandhei Akhire Luha	Devendra Choudhury
	1996-02-02	Laxman Rekha	Parmanand Sahu
	1996-01-05	Suhaga Sindura	Abinash Choudhury
	1995-06-13	Kula Nandan	Doctor
	1995-06-13	Suna Panjuri	Doctor Ramakant
	1994-02-17	Shradhanjali
	1991-10-05	Bidhir Bidhan
	1986-12-18	Jor Jar Mulak Tar
	1986-01-03	Manini
	1985-07-19	Gruhalakshmi
	1985-06-06	Hakim Babu
	1985-05-23	Para Jhia Ghara Bhangena
	1984-10-04	Kaberi	Bithi's father
	1984-08-28	Janani