Arindam Gangopadhyay is an Indian Bengali actor, singer, and director who started his acting career as a child artist in the Bengali movie Prostor Shakkhor which was released in 1967. He is a very famous actor in the Bengali entertainment industry. Arindam is also known for Feluda Pherot (2020), Mother (1979), etc. Recently, he has worked in television, web series, and theatre. Being an actor, Arindam is also a director. He directed a TV show like Konya (2011) and a Bengali film Cholo Potol Tuly (2020). Read on to know Arindam Gangopadhyay Wiki, height, wife, family & more.
Personal Details
Arindam Gangopadhyay was born on 8th September 1960 in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. He debuted with the Bengali film Hansaraj which Ajit Ganguly directed in 1976. He is a non-vegetarian.
| Real Name/ Full Name | Arindam Gangopadhyay |
| Birthplace | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession(s) | Actor, Director, Singer |
| Years Active | 1967- Present |
| Zodiac sign | Vigro |
| Birthday | 8th September 1960 |
| Age | 63yr (As of 2023) |
| Hometown | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Food Habit | Non Vegetarian |
| Hobby | Acting, Singing, Traveling |
Education
Arindam Gangopadhyay did his schooling at South Suburban Main School in Bhowanipore. After that, he graduated from Calcutta University in Calcutta, West Bengal, India. He held the B.Com degree in his hand.
| Qualification | Graduate |
| School | Not Known |
| High School | South Suburban Main School in Bhowanipore |
| College | Calcutta University in Calcutta, West Bengal, India |
| Extra Qualification | Not Known |
Family & Relationship
Arindam Gangopadhyay’s father was the late Gakul Chand Ganguly, and his mother was the late Anuva Ganguly. He has two younger sisters. He is married to Kheyali Dostidar, who is a Bengali actress.
| Father Name | Late Gakul Chand Ganguly |
| Mother Name | Late Anuva Ganguly |
| Children | Not Known |
| Siblings | Two Younger Sisters |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Kheyali Dostidar |
Height, Weight, & Body Measurement & More
Arindam’s eye colour is black, and his hair colour is black.
| Height (feet) | Not Known |
| Weight (Kilograms)(approx.) | Not Known |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | Not Known |
| Eye’s Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Career
Arindam entered the television industry with the TV show Kolkatar Kachey released on Doordarshan. Apart from TV shows, he appeared in his first web series Feluda Ferot in 2020. Let’s discuss the career of Arindam Gangopadhyay.
Film
In 1967, Arindam entered the Bengali Entertainment industry to begin his acting career with the movie Prastar Swakshar. After that, he acted in many films, but he came to the spotlight when he played Hangsaraj Das in the Bengali movie Hangsaraj in 1976. His notable works such as Aparna (1972), Mother (1979), Bhggo Chakra (1980), Rudrabina (1987), Sati (1989), Somudro Sakkhi (2004), Kalo Cheetah (2004), Amar Sahi (2010), Ghor Sangsar (2010), Babli (2018), Sesh Mesh (2019), etc. Arindam was also featured in several movies like Hey Bhogoban (2019), Nabab (2017), Kolkata Harry (2022), Ravaan (2022), Ishkabon (2022), etc.
TV Shows
As Actor
Arindam worked on the Television show named Sadhak Bamakhyapa in 2007. This show gave him huge popularity. After that, he also featured in various Television shows like Kanakanjali (2007), Premer Kahini (2017), Bhanumotir Khel (2018), Konnyadan (2021), and Bouma Ekghor (2022).
As Director
Arindam Gangopadhyay also worked as a director in several television shows like Oloykik Series, Four Plus, Neel Semana, and Kanakanjali (2007).
Telefilms
Arindam also did a few telefilms like Prem Esechilo and Ovinetri.
Web Series
In 2020 Arindam made his debut with the web series Feluda Ferot where he played the role of Arundendra Chowdhury. He also starred in web series like Uttoron (2022) and Swethkali (2023).
Theatre
Apart from films, web series, telefilms, and TV shows, Arindam also appeared in various theatres like Jana Gana Mana, Ki Bivrat, Joy Jayanti, Ashroy, Icche Ta Ki and Sudhu Mone Rekho.
Playback Singing
Arindam Gangopadhyay is also a singer who worked as a playback singer in the movies named Rojoni, Bhoggochokro, Narak Guljar, and Jini Ram Tini Krishno. He also sang the title song of a few television shows like Konokonjoli and Mukto Bondho.
| Debut | Movie: Prostor Shakkhor (1967) Web Series: Feluda Ferot (2020) |
| Superhit Movies | Aparna (1972), Mother (1979), Amar Sahi (2010), Ghor Sangsar (2010), Babli (2018), Sesh Mesh (2019), Hey Bhogoban (2019), Nabab (2017), Kolkata Harry (2022), Ravaan (2022), |
| Popular Web Series | Uttoron (2022), and Sweth Kali (2023). |
| Popular TV Shows | Sadhak Bamakhyapa (2007), Kanakanjali (2011), Premer Kahini (2017), Bhanumotir Khel (2018), Konnyadan (2021), and Bouma Ekghor (2022) |
| Playback Singing | Rojoni, Bhoggochokro, Narak Guljar, and Jini Ram Tini Krishno |
Awards & Achievements
- West Bengal Government Film Awards – Won
- Disari Awards – Won
- Bangla Chollochitro Prosar Samity Award – Won
- Anandalok Ujala Award – Won
- Pratidin Tele Samman Award – Won
- Tele Academy Award – Won
- Sangeet Natak Academy Awards – Won
Earning & Net Worth
Arindam Gangopadhyay’s monthly income is Rs 5 Lakhs – 6 Lakhs. His net worth is Rs 3 Crore – 4 Crore.
| Salary ( approx) | 5 Lakhs – 6 Lakhs |
| Income | Acting, Directing, Singing |
| Net Worth | 3 Crore – 4 Crore. |
| House | Not Known |
| Car | Not Known |
| Other Property | Not Known |
Facts:
- Arindam Gangopadhyay was born and raised in Calcutta, West Bengal, India.
- He learned art and music from his mother.
- Arindam and his wife have established an acting training school in Kolkata.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Web Series marked Arindam Gangopadhyay’s Debut as an Actor?
Ans: Feluda Ferot (2020) marked his debut as an actor.
From where Arindam Gangopadhyay completed his Graduation?
Ans: Arindam Gangopadhyay graduated from Calcutta University.
What is Arindam Gangopadhyay’s Age?
Ans: He is currently 62 years old (As of 2023).