Arjun Chakraborty

Arjun Chakrabarty (Bengali: অর্জুন চক্রবর্তী; born 5 March 1990) is an Indian actor predominantly working in Bengali cinema and television, recognized for his versatile performances in both commercial and critically acclaimed projects.^[1] The son of veteran actors Sabyasachi Chakrabarty and Mithu Chakrabarty, he rose to prominence with his debut role as Gora in the popular musical television series Gaaner Oparey (2010–2011), which established him as a leading young talent in the Bengali entertainment industry.^[2][3] Chakrabarty transitioned to films with supporting roles before earning acclaim for lead parts in movies such as Chirodini Tumi Je Amar 2 (2015), a romantic drama, and Byomkesh Gotro (2018), where he portrayed the complex antagonist Satyakam, marking a significant milestone in his career.^[4] He has since starred in the commercially successful Guptodhoner Sandhane (2016) and its sequels Durgeshgorer Guptodhon (2019) and Karnasubarner Guptodhon (2022), adventure thrillers that highlight his ability to blend action with historical intrigue.^[5] He has been married to actress Sreeja Sen since 2016, and the couple has a daughter, Avantika.^[6] Expanding beyond Bengali media, Chakrabarty made his Hindi television debut in 2025 as Dr. Shurjo in the supernatural thriller Noyontara on Colors channel, an official remake of the Bengali series Trinayani, bringing his nuanced acting to a national audience.^[7] His work often explores themes of romance, mystery, and social issues, contributing to the contemporary revival of Bengali storytelling on screen.^[8]

Early life and education

Family and upbringing

Arjun Chakrabarty was born on 5 March 1990 in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.^[9] He was raised in a Bengali family immersed in the entertainment industry, as the son of veteran actors Sabyasachi Chakrabarty and Mithun Chakrabarty (also known as Mithu Chakrabarty).^[10] He has an elder brother, Gaurav Chakrabarty, who is also an actor. Growing up in Kolkata's cultural milieu, he was exposed to theatre and arts from a young age through his family's involvement in Bengali cinema and television.

Training in acting

Chakrabarty did not undergo formal acting training. He developed an interest in performing arts during his college years and began his career in acting while pursuing his final year of studies. His early exposure to the industry via his family provided informal guidance, leading to his television debut in 2010.^[9]

Career

Television debut

Arjun Chakrabarty began his acting career on television as a child artist in the 2000 DD Bangla series Satyajiter Priyo Golpo. He rose to prominence with his lead role as Gora in the musical series Gaaner Oparey (2010–2011) on Star Jalsha, opposite his brother Gaurav Chakrabarty, which became a major hit and established him as a popular figure in Bengali television.^[2] The show's success led to him being named one of the Most Desirable Men on Bengali TV in 2017.^[3] He returned to television in 2017 with the lead role of Ishan Chatterjee in Jamai Raja (2017–2018) on Zee Bangla, a family drama that further solidified his popularity. Chakrabarty has appeared in other Bengali serials, showcasing his versatility in romantic and dramatic roles.

Bengali films

Chakrabarty made his film debut in 2012 with a supporting role in the comedy Bapi Bari Jaa, directed by Sudeshna Roy and Abhijit Guha. His early films, including Proloy (2013) and Bawal (2015), received mixed responses, but he earned critical acclaim for his lead role in the romantic drama Chirodini Tumi Je Amar 2 (2015), a sequel to the 2008 film.^[5] A breakthrough came with the adventure thriller Guptodhoner Sandhane (2016), where he played the lead Abir, blending action, history, and mystery; the film was a commercial success and spawned sequels Durgeshgorer Guptodhon (2019) and Karnasubarner Guptodhon (2022). In 2018, he portrayed the antagonist Satyakam in Byomkesh Gotro, earning praise for his nuanced performance and marking a career milestone.^[4] Other notable films include Avijatrik (2021) as Apu, a sequel to Satyajit Ray's Apu Trilogy, and Tushagni (2021). As of 2025, he has starred in over 30 Bengali films, often exploring themes of romance, adventure, and social issues.^[5]

Hindi television debut

In 2025, Chakrabarty expanded to a national audience with his Hindi television debut as Dr. Shurjo Sengupta in the supernatural thriller Noyontara on Colors, an official remake of the Bengali series Trinayani. The show, which premiered in May 2025, highlights his acting range in a larger market.^[7] He has expressed that this role brings added responsibility compared to his Bengali projects.^[8] Chakrabarty has no confirmed directorial works as of November 2025.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Arjun Chakrabarty married Sreeja Sen, his high school sweetheart and a housewife, on 10 March 2016.^[9] The couple welcomed their daughter, Avantika Chakrabarty, in 2018.^[11] The family resides in Kolkata, where they maintain a balance between Arjun's public career and private family life. The Chakrabartys occasionally share family moments on social media, reflecting their close-knit bond.

Residence and later activities

Arjun Chakrabarty has established his long-term residence in Kolkata, the hub of the Bengali entertainment industry, serving as his base for work in cinema and television.^[9] Following his role as Jashojit Mukherjee in the television series Tumi Robe Nirobe (2014–2016), Chakrabarty has continued his acting career with notable projects while increasingly prioritizing family life alongside professional commitments. As of 2025, he remains active in both Bengali and Hindi media.

Awards and recognition

Film awards

Arjun Chakrabarty received a nomination for Best Actor at the West Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards in 2022 for his lead role as Apu in The Wanderlust of Apu (2021).^[12] In 2024, he won the Most Versatile Young Actor award (OTT & Movies) at the International Bengali Entertainment Awards.^[13]

Festival and critical acclaim

Chakrabarty's performance as Apu in The Wanderlust of Apu (2021), directed by Subhrajit Mitra, contributed to the film's recognition, including two National Film Awards in 2022 for Best Feature Film in Bengali and Best Cinematography. The film screened at various international festivals, earning praise for its adaptation of Satyajit Ray's works.^[14] His portrayal of the antagonist Satyakam in Byomkesh Gotro (2018) received critical acclaim for embodying a complex negative character, marking a milestone in his career.^[4][15] Throughout his career, Chakrabarty has been recognized for versatile performances in Bengali cinema and television, including his breakthrough role as Gora in the musical series Gaaner Oparey (2010–2011), which established him as a prominent young actor.^[2]

Filmography

Feature films as actor

Arjun Chakrabarty's feature film credits are primarily in Bengali cinema, with occasional Hindi guest roles. He debuted in a lead role in 2012 and has since appeared in over 25 films as of November 2025, often portraying protagonists in dramas, adventures, and romances.^[16] The following table lists his feature films as actor in chronological order: Upcoming:

• Kabaddi Kabaddi (TBA)
• Prantik (Prantik)
• Kath Badamer Gandho (Neel Chowdhury)
• Saptadingar Guptodhon (Abir)

Films as director

Arjun Chakrabarty has no credited feature films as director.

Television appearances

Arjun Chakrabarty began his television career as a child actor and rose to prominence with lead roles in Bengali serials before his 2025 Hindi debut.^[16] His early work included a role as Sunanda in the anthology series Satyajiter Priyo Golpo (2000) on DD Bangla. He gained widespread recognition for his lead role as Gora in the musical drama Gaaner Oparey (2010–2011, Star Jalsha), which aired for 251 episodes and established him as a key figure in Bengali TV. Subsequent lead roles include Raghunath Kamat in Professional (2015, Colors Bangla), Kaushik in Akash Choan (2016, Star Jalsha), and Chirojit Sengupta in Sei Meyeta (2016, Zee Bangla). From 2017 to 2018, he portrayed Ishan Chatterjee in the family drama Jamai Raja (Zee Bangla), a 300+ episode series. In 2023–2024, Chakrabarty played supporting role Dr. Arjun Chakrabarty in Anurager Chhowa (Star Jalsha). In 2025, he made his Hindi television debut as lead Dr. Surjo Sengupta in the supernatural thriller Noyontara (Colors), an adaptation of Trinayani, ongoing as of November 2025.^[7] He also had an episodic appearance as Debashish Bhatta in Byomkesh ("Shojarur Kanta", 2015, Colors Bangla).