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Bengali TV actor Pranab Chattopadhyay dies of cardiac arrest at 33, leaves Tollywood in grief

The sudden death of 33-year-old actor Pranab Chattopadhyay has left Tollywood in shock, with colleagues mourning the loss of a young talent gone too soon.

By NES Web Desk

Mar 31, 2026 16:59 IST

Before Tollywood could recover from the shock of Rahul Arunoday Bandyopadhyay’s passing, another tragic loss has shaken the industry. Television actor Pranab Chattopadhyay has passed away at the age of 33, reportedly due to cardiac arrest.

The untimely demise of the young actor has left colleagues and admirers deeply saddened. Known for his work in Bengali television, Pranab carved a niche for himself through performances in popular serials such as Tentul Pata, Bhagaban Das, and Netaji, where his presence was widely appreciated by viewers.

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Sources close to the actor reveal that Pranab had been facing a prolonged lull in work opportunities. Despite reaching out within the industry, he had reportedly not been receiving regular assignments. It is also being speculated that this professional uncertainty may have taken a toll on his mental well-being, though his family has not made any official statement regarding this.

The news of his passing has cast a pall of gloom over Tollywood. Several members of the industry, including Alakananda Guha, Debnath Chattopadhyay, and Gautam Mukhopadhyay, took to social media to express their grief and pay tribute to the late actor.

Pranab Chattopadhyay’s sudden death at such a young age has left many in disbelief, marking yet another heartbreaking loss for the Bengali entertainment industry.

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