
On Uttam Kumar’s birth centenary, West Bengal CM vows to keep politics out of Tollywood
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee celebrated the 100th anniversary of actor Uttam Kumar’s birth, honoring his legacy in Bengali cinema. She pledged to keep politics separate from Tollywood, emphasizing that the film industry should remain free from political influence. The centenary event highlighted Kumar’s impact on regional culture and the state’s commitment to preserving artistic integrity.