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News18
3 days ago
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Satyajit Ray's Ancestral Home in Bangladesh Faces Demolition India Steps In to Rebuild
| Satyajit Ray ancestral home in Bangladesh is being demolished to replace it with new semi concrete structure, Indian government has stepped in to help with rebuilding the property In a shocking development, the ancestral home of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray in Kishoreganj, Bangladesh is reportedly being demolished to make way for a semi-concrete modest home, rich with personal and cinematic history, was slipping through the cracks of neglect — until public outcry and emotional appeals from historians and cinema lovers, the Indian government has stepped in with a proposal to help restore and preserve the iconic global impact on cinema — from Pather Panchali to Charulata — makes this not just a regional issue, but one of cultural heritage and international legacy. News18 Mobile App -
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3 days ago
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Not Satyajit Ray's ancestral home: Bangladesh denies any connection between filmmaker and Mymensingh property
The Government of Bangladesh on Thursday (July 17) denied reports that a historic property linked to iconic Bengali filmmaker and author Satyajit Ray was being demolished in the northern city of Mymensingh. read more Eminent filmmaker Satyajit Ray's ancestral home in Dhaka was reportedly being demolished by Bangladeshi authorities. Image Courtesy: VladAdiReturns/X The Government of Bangladesh on Thursday (July 17) denied reports that a historic property linked to iconic Bengali filmmaker and author Satyajit Ray was being demolished in the northern city of Mymensingh. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said a review of archival land records found no connection between the house in question and Ray or his family. The building, located near 'Shashi Lodge' in Mymensingh, was originally constructed by local zamindar Shashikant Acharya Chowdhury for his employees, The Economic Times reported citing the statement STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'In this regard, Swapan Dhar, an archaeology researcher from Mymensingh, also stated that the house in question is not the ancestral home of Satyajit Ray,' it said. The ministry added that the building is also not listed as an archaeological monument. The clarification came in response to media reports that claimed the structure being demolished was once the ancestral home of the Ray family. Ray, considered one of the greatest filmmakers in world cinema, is celebrated for his works such as Pather Panchali, Charulata and The Apu Trilogy. His legacy continues to influence global film and literature.
India Today
3 days ago
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- India Today
Unforgivable: Rupali Ganguly slams Bangladesh for demolishing Satyajit Ray's home
Television actor Rupali Ganguly has strongly condemned the demolition of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray's ancestral home in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. The act has triggered widespread outrage across India and among the global Bengali community. The 'Anupamaa' actor expressed her anger over the incident, calling it nothing short of a cultural betrayal."Disgusting and unforgivable!" Rupali wrote in her X post. "Under the so-called 'moral leadership' of Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh has demolished the ancestral home of Bharat Ratna Satyajit Ray. This wasn't just a demolition - it was a message. They fear art. They erase legacy."advertisementShe went on to call the actions glorifying violence, adding, 'They glorify violence, not culture. This act exposes their true colours.' The demolished house, situated on Harikishore Ray Road, originally belonged to Satyajit Ray's grandfather, Upendra Kishor Ray Chowdhury, a renowned figure in Bengali literature. After the Partition of India in 1947, the property was taken over by the Bangladeshi government and served as the Mymensingh Shishu Academy until 1989. Over time, the house fell into neglect and disrepair, and was recently cleared to make way for a new semi-permanent government many believe that, despite its condition, the home should have been preserved as a monument to Ray's legacy. The creator of cinematic masterpieces like 'Pather Panchali', 'Charulata', and 'The Apu Trilogy', Satyajit Ray is not only revered in India but also globally for his contribution to world Indian government has also weighed in on the matter. In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs urged Bangladesh to reconsider its decision and proposed turning the property into a museum. India has even offered assistance in restoring the house as a tribute to Ray's life and work.- EndsMust Watch
News18
3 days ago
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Rupali Ganguly Calls Out Bangladesh For Demolishing Satyajit Ray's House: 'They Fear Art...'
Last Updated: Rupali Ganguly reacts to demolition of Satyajit Ray's ancestral home in Bangladesh, calling it an attack on art and culture. MEA urges Bangladesh to preserve the legacy. Television star Rupali Ganguly has voiced her fury over the demolition of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray's ancestral home in Mymensingh, Bangladesh—an act that has sparked widespread outrage across India and the Bengali diaspora. Taking to social media on July 16, the Anupamaa actress didn't mince words. 'Disgusting and unforgivable!" she wrote. 'Under the so-called 'moral leadership' of Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh has demolished the ancestral home of Bharat Ratna Satyajit Ray. This wasn't just a demolition—it was a message. They fear art. They erase legacy." Disgusting and unforgivable!Under the so-called "moral leadership" of Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh has demolished the ancestral home of Bharat Ratna Satyajit Ray in wasn't just a demolition! it was a message: They fear art. They erase legacy. They glorify… — Rupali Ganguly (@TheRupali) July 16, 2025 Calling the act a 'cultural crime," Rupali further added, 'They glorify violence, not culture. This act exposes their true colours." Her scathing remarks reflect the growing chorus of criticism surrounding the demolition of the historic structure once owned by Ray's grandfather, Upendra Kishor Ray Chowdhury—a pioneer of Bengali literature and publishing. The house, located on Harikishore Ray Road, had stood as a relic of Bengal's rich cultural history. After the Partition, the property was taken over by the Bangladeshi government and had briefly served as the Mymensingh Shishu Academy in the late 1980s. Over the years, it fell into disrepair and was recently cleared to make way for a new semi-permanent facility. Many, including Rupali, argue that the structure, though crumbling, should have been preserved or restored as a tribute to Satyajit Ray's legacy. His cinematic contributions—from Pather Panchali to Charulata—have left an indelible mark on global cinema, making the loss of this heritage site feel deeply personal to many. In response to the incident, the Indian government issued a formal statement urging Bangladesh to reconsider the decision. The Ministry of External Affairs even proposed converting the property into a museum, offering assistance to restore the building in memory of Ray's unparalleled contribution to Indian and world cinema. First Published: July 17, 2025, 10:10 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
4 days ago
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Kishore Kumar gave Satyajit Ray Rs 5,000 to save Pather Panchali; his first wife lived at Ray's house for 3 years after they separated: Amit Kumar
Bollywood is a tightly woven fabric comprising actors, directors, singers, and producers who are all in some way connected to each other. Some of these relationships are lesser known, like the one between the legendary director Satyajit Ray and iconic singer Kishore Kumar. While it is common knowledge that the two men were close friends and appreciated each other's works immensely, they were also kind of connected by blood. Kishore's son, singer Amit Kumar, recently talked about this almost unfathomable connection between the two and how that blossomed into a great friendship. Amit talked to Radio City about his career and growing up in the shadow of his father and revealed many stories from Kishore's time in Bollywood. One of these stories was about how his mother, Ruma Devi, Kishore's first wife, had quite an impressive background in the arts and was actually much better connected to the industry than her stalwart husband. 'My mother was already working with the biggest people in the industry, and just like my grandmother, she was a dancer and singer and had trained with Pandit Uday Shankar (elder brother of Pandit Ravi Shankar). My grandmother actually used to do stage productions with Prithviraj Kapoor at Prithvi theatres.' ALSO READ: 'Stupid, friendless city': Bollywood's greatest actor-singer hated acting and Mumbai, felt he was 'conned' because of his famous older brother Talking about his grandmother, Amit revealed that her younger sister (Ruma's aunt) was none other than Bijoya Ray, who was married to Satyajit Ray. 'So my grandmother's younger sister was married to Ray, and we actually stayed at their house on Lake Avenue for 2-3 years, and then once my mother went back to the films, we shifted to a different place.' Amit added that despite all that, his father and Ray were inseparable and Kishore even used to shoot behind-the-scenes footage on the sets of Ray's films. 'He (Ray) was my father's biggest fan, and not just the voice but the entire personality that came with it. When he made his first film, Pather Panchali, he faced some financial issues, and it was my father who handed him Rs 5000 so that Ray could complete his project. In fact, when Ray was shooting the film, my father used to follow him around with a 16 mm camera, and he would shoot the making of the film. Just imagine Kishore Kumar shooting the making of a Satyajit Ray film; it was unbelievable, but unfortunately that footage is nowhere to be found now,' said Amit.
