Debu Bose

Acting

Debu Bose

Born 1942-12-02 · Orissa, British India [now India]

Debu Bose was a highly respected Indian actor and former classical dancer, best remembered for his extensive and influential work in the Odia film industry. Born into a Kayastha family in Odisha during the British Raj, his passion for the performing arts began early in his life. While pursuing his college degree in Berhampur, he became an active member of the Ganjam Kala Parishad and frequently participated in various regional dance dramas. Deeply drawn to the art of dance, he went on to receive formal classical training under the tutelage of the legendary Odissi dancer Kelucharan Mohapatra, laying a strong artistic foundation for his future career. Bose's entry into the entertainment industry initially stemmed from his dance background. He started his career as a dancer and assistant choreographer in the 1974 film Mana Akasha, directed by Nitai Palit. He officially made his acting debut in the 1980 film Tapasya and quickly transitioned into one of Ollywood's most prolific and recognizable character actors. Over a remarkably long career spanning four decades, he acted in more than 120 films, delivering memorable performances in beloved movies such as Samay Kheluchhi Chaka Bhaunri, Ki Heba Sua Posile, Pua Moro Kala Thakura, Phula Chandana, Kaberi, Sahari Bagha, and Suna Chadhei. Beyond his cinematic achievements, he remained deeply committed to the stage, actively associating with the regional theater group Diganta and directing several successful plays. His final film appearance was in the 2014 movie Raasta. After a long and illustrious life dedicated to the arts, Debu Bose passed away at the age of 75 on August 22, 2018, while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Hyderabad. His death, which resulted from a cardiac arrest following a history of heart-related illnesses, was met with widespread grief. The Ollywood film fraternity and his countless fans deeply mourned his passing, honoring his immense contributions to the screen and stage, and dubbing his departure as an irreparable loss to Odia cinema and culture.

Acting credits

Paradesi Babu poster
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Oriya artist Raju comes to a village to capture the beauties of nature in his canvas where he falls in love with Chumki. Phula, another village girl, also falls for Raju.

Paradesi Babu

1999

Suhaga Sindura poster
NR

Circumstance compel Gita to marry Raju. But the marriage is a contact one for one year. After the contract elapses Raju left Gita. But He can't forget Geeta's Love & sacrifice and wants reunite, but Gita refuses.

Suhaga Sindura

1996

Arjun poster
6.0

Abinash get killed by mafia don Bikram. Abinash's son Arjun take revenge by killing him.

Arjun

2005

Hakim Babu poster
10.0

A man from lower social background qualifies and gets an administration job and to match his higher social occupation, he leaves his family, friends, and fiance. But gradually he understands his mistake and returns for his people. Finally he finds his wrong decision for the mining in his village has lead to the destruction and down fall of his people and everyone lives the village and him behind alone.

Hakim Babu

1985

Suna Panjuri poster
NR

Puja, the only daughter of Devendra marries Ajay against the will of her father and leaves home.

Suna Panjuri

1995

No artwork available
NR

Prema, a daughter of a school teacher, returns to her village after spending a few decades in a city. She buys the biggest estate in the village to prove a point.

Manini

1986

Laxman Rekha poster
7.0

There is a lakhsman rekha which all brothers try to cross. And in the end.. Only the heroin is capable of crossing which certainly makes this a amazing legendary epic movie...

Laxman Rekha

1996

Kula Nandan poster
6.0

Anadi Shankar & Ram Shankar are two brothers. Anadi marries a girl of another caste and get debarred from his families property. Ultimately Ram get hold of the whole property. Anadi decided to destroy Ram & his family with the help of his uncle.

Kula Nandan

1995

Shradhanjali poster
NR

Shradhanjali is a famous 1993 Odia film that marked the acting debut of superstar Sidhant Mohapatra

Shradhanjali

1994

Kalki Abatar poster
6.0

After the death of his mother, a young boy gets adopted by a policeman and his family. Complications arise when he crosses paths with his biological father.

Kalki Abatar

1999

Aw Aakare Aa poster
NR

Mini doesn't like the present educational pattern. Without being able to compromise she is frequently transferred from one school to another. Finally she starts her own school.

Aw Aakare Aa

2003

To Akhire Mun poster
6.0

Movie starring Tanmay Mohanty, Hara Patnaik, Uttam Mohanty and directed by S K Muralidharan.

To Akhire Mun

2010

No artwork available
7.0

No synopsis available yet.

Gruhalakshmi

1985

No artwork available
NR

Film starring Ajit Das, Tandra Roy and Swarup Nayak

Para Jhia Ghara Bhangena

1985

Topae Sindura Di Topa Luha poster
6.0

Movie starring Siddhant Mahapatra, Anubhav Mohanty, Anu Choudhury, Barsa Priyadarshini, Mihir Das and directed by Sanjay Nayak and Basant Sahu.

Topae Sindura Di Topa Luha

2005

Sasu Ghara Chali Jibi poster
6.0

The story of this film is totally based on love and sacrifice.

Sasu Ghara Chali Jibi

2006

Sei Jhiati poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Sei Jhiati

2002

Kaberi poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Kaberi

1984

Kandhei Akhire Luha poster
6.0

Debendra, a reputed industrialist lost everything in a fraud case. He lives with daughter Binni. Soon Binni get married and is killed by her in-laws. Her spirit enters in dolly body to take revenge.

Kandhei Akhire Luha

1997

No artwork available
NR

Nisha, the daughter of a wealthy businessman, marries Sanjay, a forest officer, against her father's will. However, their blissful marriage is disrupted when circumstances force them to separate.

Mo Kola To Jhulana

2001

Thank You Bhagban poster
6.0

Twin brothers Jaga and Kalia get separated during their childhood because of their evil uncle. Years later, the two brothers meet and Kalia decides to rescue Jaga from their uncle's torture.

Thank You Bhagban

2006

No artwork available
NR

2013 Oriya film

Hata Dhari Chalutha

2013

De Maa Shakti De poster
6.0

Virabha, an evil 'tantrik' aims to be powerful to satisfy his greed. He tries to please Goddess Kali by killing innocent girls who are unmarried.

De Maa Shakti De

2006

Nari Nuhen Tu Narayani poster
6.0

The film revolves around the life of a young woman named Narayani, who is portrayed as a strong, independent, and self-respecting individual. The story is set in a rural backdrop and explores themes of women's empowerment, social justice, and the struggle against societal norms and injustices. Narayani's character is depicted as a symbol of resilience and courage, as she fights against the oppressive forces in her life, including patriarchal dominance and social evils.

Nari Nuhen Tu Narayani

2007