Sourav Chakraborty is an Indian actor, director, writer, and producer, who mostly works in the Bengali film industry. He gained recognition through his role as ‘Sourav Moitra’ in the television series ‘Bodhu Kon Alo Laaglo Chokhe.’ Sourav is known for his work in films like ‘Bhobishyoter Bhoot’ (2019) and ‘Burning Butterflies’ (2021).
Wiki/Biography
Sourav Chakraborty was born on Tuesday, October 11, 1988 (age 35 years; in 2023) in West Bengal, India. His zodiac sign is Libra.
Childhood photos of Sourav Chakraborty
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 9″
Weight (approx): 70 kg
Hair Color: Medium Golden Brown
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Family
Parents & Siblings
His mother’s name is Anita Chakraborty. Sourav lost his father to cancer.
Sourav Chakraborty with his mother, Anita Chakraborty
Sourav Chakraborty and his father
He has an older sister named Sunanda Chakraborty.
Sourav Chakraborty with his sister, Sunanda Chakraborty
Wife & Children
Sourav Chakraborty married Madhumita Sarcar, an actress, in 2015; however, their relationship faced several difficulties, which led to their separation at the end of 2019.
Pictures from Sourav Chakraborty and Madhumita Sarcar’s wedding
In an interview, Madhumita Sarcar spoke about her relationship with Sourav and mentioned the reason behind their decision to part ways. He said,
When a girl decides to marry someone, love is not the only thing on her mind. There are many other things. We had a thing for each other but somewhere, we felt it wasn’t working out. It seems we don’t get along anymore.”
Relationships/Affairs
Madhumita Sarkar
Sourav Chakraborty and Madhumita Sarcar met for the first time on the sets of the television series ‘Sobinoy Nibedon’ in 2011. Over time, their friendship turned into a romantic relationship. Four years later, they decided to take their bond to the next level and get married.
Sourav Chakraborty and Madhumita Sarcar
Career
Actor
Television
Sourav Chakraborty debuted in the Bengali television industry with the daily soap opera ‘Sabinoy Nibedan’ (2011) in which he played the role of ‘Joydeep.’
Sourav Chakraborty as ‘Joydeep’ in a still from the television series ‘Sabinoy Nibedan’ (2011)
Sourav appeared as Sourav Moitra in the daily soap opera ‘Bodhu Kon Alo Laaglo Chokhe’ (16 January 2012 – 28 June 2014) aired on Star Jalsha channel. She appeared in many other television series including ‘Aaj Aari Kaal Bhaab’ (2015-2016), ‘Membou’ (2016-2017), and ‘Shwetkali’ (2023).
Movie
Sourav Chakraborty has worked in several Bengali films as well. He played the role of ‘Ronny’ in the film ‘Ekti Bangali Bhooter Goppo’ in 2015. Sourav appeared in other films including the 2019 satirical comedy film ‘Bhobishyoter Bhoot’ and ‘Burning Butterflies’ (2021).
Web Series
Sourav Chakraborty appeared in several Hoichoi web series such as Abhay in ‘Charitraheen’ (2018), ‘Paanch Phoron’ (2019), and Bijoy Mukherjee in ‘Murder in the Hills’ (2021). In 2023, she appeared in ZEE5’s thriller drama web series ‘Shwetkali.’
Sourav Chakraborty in a still from the web series ‘Shwetkali’ (2023)
Director
Web Series
Sourav made his directorial debut with the Bengali web series ‘Kartun’ (2017).
Poster of the web series ‘Kartun’ (2017)
He directed several Bengali web series including ‘Dhanbad Blues’ (2018), ‘Calm Sutra’ (2019), and ‘Shobdo Jobdo’ (2020), and ‘Rajneeti’ (2023).
Award
- 2020: Hoichoi Award for web series ‘Charitraheen 2’
Sourav Chakraborty’s Instagram post
- 2022: Golden YouTube Plaque for ‘Uribaba’ channel
Sourav Chakraborty holding the golden YouTube Plaque
Facts/Trivia
- Apart from acting, Sourav has a great interest in poetry. In fifth grade, he wrote his first book ‘One Drop of Happiness.’ Two years later, that is, in the seventh grade, he released his second book titled ‘Achena Alo Rekha.’ In 2002, his third book ‘Ekante Abhimanyu’ was released at a book fair. In January 2023, a book titled ‘Khobor Achhe’ was released in an Oxford bookstore; Sourav dedicated this book to his father.
Sourav Chakraborty with his book ‘Khobor Achhe’ (2023)
- In 2020, Sourav Chakraborty founded an entertainment website company called ‘Uribaba,’ which is believed to be the first independent Bangla free entertainment station with a dose of new videos in the form of web series, short films and sketches.
- In 2023, Sourav Chakraborty uses Instagram to reminisce about his childhood. He shared that when he was a child, he and his sister Sunanda Chakraborty would watch the movie “King Kong vs. Godzilla” and try to imitate the epic battle; however, their innocent games would often escalate into hair-pulling fights. Sourav hilariously reveals that their father will act as referee and “hand them red cards” to end their sibling rivalry.
Sourav Chakraborty’s Instagram post
- In an interview, Sourav shared his views on the making of the web series ‘Rajneeti’ (2023) and the philosophy behind it. He said, he does not support any political party, but he has his own political views because politics inevitably affects our daily lives. He expresses a deep interest in narratives that explore the boundaries and implications of political thought and ideology. Sourav Chakraborty, in the interview, said,
I am not a supporter of any particular political party but yes, I have my own political ideology because no one can escape from political implications in real life. Rajneeti was made out of this mindset, this ideological difference. But it does not harm any individual political party. You will find politics everywhere – be it our daily life, office or even in the family. The story concerns ordinary people, such as sex, family, and money, rather than political machinations. To be honest, I’m more interested in stories that reveal the limitations of political ideas and ideologies.”
- Sourav has a deep love for animals, especially dogs. His love for this furry friend is evident when he often shares heartbreaking pictures of himself with the dog on his social media.
Sourav Chakraborty with Husky dog
- Sourav Chakraborty’s passion for reading books shines through his social media presence.
Sourav Chakraborty’s Instagram post about his love for books
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
