Raja Sen, the Indian film director known for Damu and Desh, died on August 16, 2026, aged 70. Born in Kolkata on November 10, 1955, he built a career as a film and television director and screenwriter, working from the Bengali media centre of Kolkata, West Bengal. Raja Sen's passing leaves behind a wealth of contributions to Indian cinema.
His filmography includes three National Film Awards and a range of television work, including the popular series Subarnalata, Adarsha Hindu Hotel, and episodes of Desh Amaar Desh. These projects showcased his versatility as a director and screenwriter.