Nabadwip Haldar


Nabadwip Haldar was a Bengali Indian actor, comedian and theater personality. He is known for his work in Bengali cinema.

Early life

Halder was born in 1911 in Sonpalashi village, Burdwan district in British India. After completion of his primary education he could not study further and started working at Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation. Haldar also took part-time jobs in different companies in Kolkata.

Career

Haldar's debut film was Panchashar made by Debaki Kumar Bose in 1931. He became popular for his character named Madan in the film Sharey Chuattor. Haldar performed in a comedy duo with actor Shyam Laha in various films as the Bengali version of Laurel and Hardy. He was well known for his unique voice and comic roles. He also acted in a number of radio comic series.

Partial filmography