Amit Saha (born 6 November 1978) is an Indian actor primarily working in Bengali film industry. He played leading role in the National Award Winning film Bakita Byaktigoto with Ritwik Cakroborty. He has established a reputation for taking on nuanced roles in critically acclaimed films. He has been accloded for playing the leading role in film The Slow Man and His Raft and The Academy of Fine Arts. He has also appeared in Bollywood projects like Lootera and Jazz City.
Career Saha's career is marked by a transition from theatre to the silver screen. He gained significant attention for his performance in the indie hit Bakita Byaktigato, which won the National Film Award for Best Bengali Film. His ability to portray relatable, everyday characters with "quiet intensity" became a hallmark of his acting style.
Controversy In 2022 he was beaten up by local goons of the Trinamool Congress cadres in West Bengal for staging plays which resulted in a massive outrage by the entire film industry. Actors and Directors like Anirban Bhattacharya and Sumon Mukhopadhyay has openly supported him.
Filmography Amit Saha has appeared in over 30 projects, ranging from experimental features to popular web series. His Key works include Bakita Byaktigoto, The Academy of Fine Arts, Bodjaat,Buro sadhu, The slow man and his Raft, Japani Toy, Bibhishon,Birohi.
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