Anirban Bhattacharya

Anirban Bhattacharya – Actor | Director | Writer | Singer

Born: October 7, 1986

From: Midnapore, West Bengal, India

Anirban Bhattacharya is one of the most celebrated and versatile artists in contemporary Bengali entertainment — an award-winning theatre actor, acclaimed film & web actor, accomplished director, screenwriter, and playback singer.

Theatre Excellence

Trained in drama at Rabindra Bharati University, Anirban began his career on the theatre stage, quickly earning acclaim for performances in iconic plays such as:

• Debi Sarpamasta

• Nagamandala

• Bisorjan

• Athoi (a groundbreaking adaptation of Shakespeare’s Othello)

• Awdyo Shesh Rajani — for which he won the prestigious META Best Actor Award (2017).

He is co-founder of the dynamic theatre group Sangharam Hatibagan, through which he continues to innovate with bold stage productions.

Film & Web Series Stardom

Anirban made an impactful transition to film with his standout performance as Bishan Roy in Eagoler Chokh, winning the Filmfare East Award for Best Supporting Actor (2017).

His acclaimed films include:

• Ghawre Bairey Aaj (Best Actor – Critics’ Choice)

• Arshinagar

• Uma

• Shah Jahan Regency

• Gumnaami

• Bibaho Obhijaan

• Dracula Sir

• Ballabhpurer Roopkotha (as Director)

• Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway (Hindi debut)

On the digital front, Anirban gained massive popularity as Byomkesh Bakshi in Hoichoi’s original web series, and also directed and starred in the critically acclaimed web series Mandaar (adapted from Shakespeare’s Macbeth).

Singer, Director, Writer

Anirban is also a talented playback singer and lyricist, contributing to films like Shah Jahan Regency, Mandaar, and Ballabhpurer Roopkotha.

As a director, he has helmed notable stage plays and films, blending literary depth with contemporary storytelling.

Awards & Honors

• META Best Actor (2017)

• Filmfare East Best Supporting Actor (2017)

• Best Actor (Critics) – Ghawre Bairey Aaj

• Best Playback Singer – Shah Jahan Regency

• ABP Ananda Sera Bangali Award

• Named in Calcutta Times’ “Top 10 Most Desirable Men”

Personal Life

Anirban is married to theatre artist Madhurima Goswami, daughter of legendary mime artist Niranjan Goswami. The couple is known for their creative collaborations in theatre.

Legacy

Anirban Bhattacharya’s artistic journey exemplifies dedication, versatility, and passion across stage and screen. Whether through a Shakespeare adaptation, a crime thriller, or a poignant musical, he brings depth, authenticity, and a magnetic presence to every project.

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