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Thursday, June 4, 2020

Basu Chatterjee, who enthralled India with 'Rajinigandha' and 'Chhoti si Baat', passes away; Big B, Anil Kapoor pay tribute The director gave a fresh spin to love stories in middle-class India through the '70s and '80s. ET Online|Last Updated: Jun 04, 2020, 03.35 PM IST

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The man who made middle-class love stories endearing and enigmatic at the same time through the '70s and '80s in India is no more. Basu Chatterjee, the director behind cult films like 'Rajnigandha' and 'Chitchor', passed away on Thursday due to age-related ailments. He was 93.

The veteran film-maker and screenwriter's last rites will be performed later this afternoon at the Santacruz crematorium.

Chatterjee's long career included critically-acclaimed films like 'Chhoti Si Baat '' :Baaton Baaton Mein' and 'Ek Ruka Hua Faisla' among others.

Chatterjee with actor Amol Palekar.
The Indian Film & TV Directors' Association confirmed the news on its official Twitter handle, saying, "IFTDA mourns the demise of Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee. A Master of Humour who delved into social and moral issues through his films.We pray to the almighty to bless his noble soul & give courage to his family to bear the irreplaceable loss."

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