Tapan Das
Tapan Das | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1 February 1961 |
| Occupations | Actor, Director, Writer |
| Years active | 1980–present |
Tapan Das (born 1 February 1961) is a respected figure in Assamese cinema and Mobile Theatre known for his versatile acting and strong screen presence. Over the years, he has contributed to numerous films and stage performances, earning appreciation for portraying both serious and character-driven roles. His work reflects a deep connection with Assamese culture and storytelling, making him a notable name in the regional entertainment industry.
Early life
Das was born on 1 February 1961 in Guwahati. He has been associated with acting since early 80s when he was in high school. His father was an officer at PWD department in Assam, was frequently transferred from one place to another. So he had studied in different schools of Assam. He studied in the prestigious Assam Engineering College, as said himself in an Interview. He became a popular actor by doing various stage plays in Guwahati.
Career
Das made his debut in Assamese film through Pulak Gogoi's Sendoor in 1984. Till now he has acted in more than 20 Assamese films. Apart from films, Das has been also involved in mobile theatres (Bhramyaman). He has acted in Kohinoor, Bordoisila, Shakuntala Theatre, Rajtilak Theatre and Theatre Surjya. He also did direction in the above theatres and Hengool Theatre. In 2011, he signed in Rajtilak Theatre.[1] After that he has been associated with Theatre Surjya.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Sendoor | Pulak Gogoi |
| 1984 | Shakuntala Aru Sankar Joseph Ali | Nip Barua |
| 1985 | Suruj | Pulak Gogoi |
| 1985 | Puja | Dara Ahmed |
| 1988 | Rel Aalir Dubori Bon | Pulak Gogoi |
| 1988 | Baan | Charukamal Hazarika |
| 1986 | Sankalpa | Hema Bora |
| 1987 | Sutrapat | Mridul Gupta |
| 1988 | Pita-Putra | Munin Barua |
| 1990 | Pahari Kanya | Munin Barua |
| 1990 | Abhiman | Mridul Gupta |
| 1992 | Prabhati Pokhir Gaan | Munin Barua |
| 1993 | Dristi | Atul Bordoloi |
| 1993 | Abarton | Bhabendra Nath Saikia |
| 1995 | Itihas | Bhabendra Nath Saikia |
| 1998 | Krishnachura | Mridul Gupta |
| 2001 | Daag | Munin Barua |
| 2002 | Gun Gun Gaane Gaane | Bidyut Chakravarty |
| 2002 | Kanyadaan | Munin Barua |
| 2004 | Barood | Munin Barua |
| 2004 | Dinabandhoo | Munin Barua |
| 2004 | Anuraag | Bidyut Chakravarty |
| 2004 | Antaheen Jatra | Munna Ahmed |
| 2005 | Kadamtole Krishna Nache | Suman Haripriya |
| 2005 | Astaraag | Shiva Prasad Thakur |
| 2011 | Raamdhenu | Munin Barua |
| 2012 | Samiran Barua Ahi Ase | Prodyut Kumar Deka |
| 2012 | Surjasta | Prodyut Kumar Deka |
| 2015 | Ahetuk | Bani Das |
| 2022 | Rajneeti - Part 1 | Manujit Sharma |
| 2024 | Wide Angle[2] | Jayanta Nath |
| 2025 | Prastavana - the preamble | Dilip Bora & Manik Roy |
| 1989 | Dawor | Samarandra Narayan Deb |
| 1990 | Haladhar | Sanjeev Hazarika |
| 2025 | Case tu Nagen | Dhanjit Das |
Detail of Tapan Das as a story writer...
Published books
- Dīghalā Baruwāra Dālāna (1994)
Publisher: Janaki Prakashan
- Meghamallāra (2008)
Publisher: BR Publication
- Othelo April'99 (Jointly with Prasanta Kr. Das)
Publisher: Lawers Book Stall
- Tapan Dasor Golpogutcha(2019)
Publisher: Panchajanya
- Tapan Dasor Nirbachita Golpo(2020)
Publisher: AAK BAAK
- Sikari Sorair Sow (2023)
Publisher: Panchajanya
Literary award
- 2021 - Jagannath Thakur Sahitya Saman
Other awards
- 2008 - Swabh Silpi Amulya Kakoti Xoyoroni Bota
- 2012 - Rupkar Award[3]
References
- ^ "Rupali Parda Tapan Das". Rupali Parda. 5 September 2016. Retrieved 5 September 2016.
- ^ Noted Assamese author Dr Nagen Saikia's 'Staff Photographeror Sobi' to be made into a film, 10 April 2023, retrieved 21 April 2023
- ^ "Rupkar Award to Tapan Das". The Assam Tribune. 5 September 2016. Archived from the original on 13 January 2012. Retrieved 5 September 2016.