Uttam Kumar : The Ultimate Hero

Contents: 1. Reels, roles and roses. 2. Flop master general. 3. Real magic reel romance. 4. The cloud-covered star. 5. Thirst for light. 6. Silver screen and golden heart. 7. The immortal star. Filmography. Bibliography.

"His magnetic screen presence, unsurpassed acting, mellow voice and that heart-stopping smile made him a legend of Bengali cinema. For Bengalis, Uttam Kumar was the Mahanayak—the great hero.

"Uttam Kumar’s superb acting skills, good looks and unique charisma made him the undisputed king of the screen for nearly three decades. And his pairing with Suchitra Sen created a movie magic that has never been repeated.

"This is the amazing story of an actor who rose from early failure to become one of the greatest actors of India. The struggles, triumphs and hard work of a fascinating personality." (jacket)