Actress Moushumi Chatterjee's Husband Jayanta Mukherjee Dies After Prolonged Illness

Mumbai: Jayanta Mukherjee, husband of well-known Hindi and Bengali cinema actress Moushumi Chatterjee, died in Mumbai on November 12. He was the son of famous singer and composer Hemant Kumar. Jayant also worked in the entertainment industry but chose film and television production as his field instead of acting or singing. The news of his demise was confirmed when Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) President BN Tiwari spoke to news agency IANS. According to him, Jayanta was unwell for some time. However, detailed information regarding the illness or cause of death has not been revealed at present. 

Who was Jayant Mukherjee and what was his work in the film industry?

Jayanta Mukherjee was fondly called 'Babu' by his family and friends. Despite being from a film family, he was not seen much in public life. He worked behind the scenes in film and TV production. The films associated with his production include 1975's 'Majaak' and 1979's 'Do Ladke Dono Kadke'. Apart from this, he was also associated with the television serial 'Talaash' broadcast in 1992. Through these projects, he created his own identity in the entertainment world. 

Why did Hemant Kumar's son choose production instead of music?

Jayanta Mukherjee's father Hemant Kumar was among the eminent names of the Indian music world. He had a long contribution as a singer and musician in Hindi and Bengali films. Many of his songs are still popular among music lovers. Despite coming from such a family, Jayanta did not follow his father's footsteps and make singing a career. He chose to work in filmmaking and television production. He was known as a person who, despite belonging to a famous family, preferred to remain confined to his work.

How was Jayanta's married life with Moushumi Chatterjee?

Jayanta and Moushumi Chatterjee were married for more than five decades. Moushumi got married at an early age. In an interview, the actress had said that her engagement was fixed when she was in tenth class. After some time both of them got married. After marriage, the couple moved to Mumbai, where Moushumi pursued her career in films. Both had two daughters, Payal and Megha. 

What great sorrow had the family had to go through before?

A very difficult phase came in the lives of Jayanta and Moushumi in December 2019. His elder daughter Payal Mukherjee died at the age of 45. She was suffering from juvenile diabetes and remained ill for a long time. According to reports, she has had to be hospitalised several times since 2017. She also remained in coma for a long time during the illness. Moushumi and Jayanta had also approached the Bombay High Court in 2018 regarding the care of their daughter. Now the family has suffered another big shock with the demise of Jayant. 

How special has been Moushumi Chatterjee's film journey?

Moushumi Chatterjee started acting with the Bengali film 'Balika Badhu'. After this she also made a strong place in Hindi cinema. Her work in films like 'Anurag', 'Roti Kapda Aur Makaan', 'Naina', 'Benama' and 'Kachche Dhaage' was liked by the audience. Her association with Hindi films continued with Bengali cinema also. Jayanta, on the other hand, always worked behind the camera. Both of them had different professional worlds, but their association continued for more than five decades.

What information has come to light on the death of Jayant Mukherjee?

FWICE Chairman BN Tiwari has confirmed Jayanta's death. According to him, he was ill for some time. However, the family has not yet made public the detailed information about the illness or the exact cause of death. Information related to the last rites is also awaited. Jayanta Mukherjee may not have been in the limelight in the film world like his wife, but his work is recorded through projects like 'Majaak', 'Do Ladke Dono Kadke' and 'Talaash'. With his demise, Moushumi Chatterjee and family have lost their life partner and a close member.