Tapas Paul

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Characters played by Tapas Paul

Ananta Das — 8:08 Er Bongaon Local (2012)

Ananta Das is a middle-class office worker who commutes daily on the 8:08 A.M. Bongaon Local to Sealdah. Initially discouraged by the fear and resignation around him, he hesitates to oppose injustice. After a student is killed for protesting eve-teasing, Ananta's anger overcomes his passivity, and he begins protesting against wrongs in his surroundings.

Bhoomi's father — Khoka 420 (2013)

Bhoomi’s father is one of the two fathers identified as step-brothers, whose families have been rivals for generations. The plot connects this family conflict to Bhoomi’s situation, but does not specify his individual actions or explain his personal role in maintaining or resolving the rivalry.

Ganesh — Mondo Meyer Upakhyan (2002)

Ganesh works full-time as Natabar's driver and is instructed to use the vehicle as a private taxi. His customers include Bakul and Natabar, whom he drives to Gosaipara to negotiate with Rajani. Through his driving, Ganesh becomes a link between the film's intersecting stories and Lati's crisis.

Rabi — Pathbhola (1986)

A rebellious youth and central member of the fugitive group who accidentally kills a police officer during a confrontation. Haunted by guilt and inspired by village life, he takes the lead in seeking redemption by surrendering to the police, confessing to his crimes, and urging his friends to do the same.

Arup — Bhalobasha Bhalobasha (1985)

A compassionate poultry businessman and talented singer. Orphaned by his father's abandonment and his mother's death, he helps the poor and initially pushes Keya away before repenting. His emotional performance at a festival exposes his family's past, reconciles him with his father, and secures parental approval for his marriage to Keya.

Shankar Singh — Abodh (1984)

Shankar is Gauri's husband, chosen for her by his grandmother. He recognizes that Gauri has not matured and cannot become intimate with her, but later tries to force intimacy, worsening their relationship. Feeling guilty, he leaves to study elsewhere; after Ratna tells him Gauri loves him, he returns and reconciles with her.

Career Overview

Tapas Paul has 113 screen credits in a career dating back to 1980. Signature works include 8:08 Er Bongaon Local, Khiladi, Mon Bole Priya Priya. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
113
Birth Date
1958-09-29
Birth Place
Chandannagar, West Bengal, India

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