Bibhutibhushan Mukhopadhyay

Indian author and playwright

Bibhutibhushan Mukhopadhyay - Indian author and playwright
Born

October 24th, 1894
130 years ago

Died

July 29th, 1987
37 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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This individual made significant contributions to Bengali literature, particularly through novels and short stories. Major works include 'Pather Dabi', which highlighted social issues and explored human emotions, and 'Bandir Bandana', depicting the life of rural Bengal. The literary style reflected deep empathy and an understanding of the human condition. This author also engaged actively in the cultural movements of the time, inspiring a generation of writers and poets.

Wrote the novel 'Pather Dabi'

Authored 'Bandir Bandana'

Contributed to Bengali literary renaissance

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