Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : The Indian film industry is mourning the loss of veteran director Partho Ghosh, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 75. The celebrated filmmaker, known for helming some of the most memorable thrillers of the 1990s, died after suffering a heart attack.
Partho Ghosh was a prominent name in Bollywood during the 90s, directing a string of commercially successful and critically noted films. He is best remembered for the 1996 blockbuster "Agni Sakshi," a psychological thriller starring Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, and Manisha Koirala. The film was a massive hit, lauded for its gripping storyline and the intense performances Ghosh drew from his actors, particularly Nana Patekar's iconic negative role.
His collaboration with Nana Patekar continued with the 1997 action-drama "Ghulam-E-Mustafa," also starring Raveena Tandon, which further cemented his reputation as a director with a flair for powerful storytelling.
Ghosh's filmography includes several other notable hits that left a mark on the decade. He directed Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit in the 1991 suspense thriller "100 Days," which remains a cult classic. He also directed films like "Dalaal" (1993) with Mithun Chakraborty and "Teesra Kaun" (1994).
His passing marks the end of an era for those who grew up watching his films. Tributes have begun to pour in from the film community and fans, who remember him for his significant contribution to popular Hindi cinema. The last rites for the late director are scheduled to be held, as his family and the industry bid farewell to a master storyteller.
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