Abir Chatterjee Biography: Awards, Net Worth, Age, Wife, Ethnicity, Movies, Height

Abir Chatterjee is an Indian actor and television personality who gained widespread recognition for portraying some of Bengali literature’s most celebrated fictional detectives on screen.

He became widely known for playing the iconic sleuth Byomkesh Bakshi across several successful film adaptations before earning further acclaim as Feluda, making him one of the few actors to portray both legendary investigators in Bengali cinema.

Before becoming one of the leading stars of the Bengali film industry, Chatterjee appeared in television serials and romantic dramas that showcased his versatility as a performer.

He later expanded his career with acclaimed roles in films such as Kahaani, Bishorjan, Shah Jahan Regency, and the Guptodhon adventure series, establishing himself as one of the most respected actors in contemporary Bengali cinema.

Abir Chatterjee
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Abir Chatterjee
Born:	November 18, 1980 (age 45 years old)
Place of Birth:	Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Nationality:	Indian
Ethnicity:	Bengali
Religion:	Hinduism
Parents:	Phalguni Chatterjee, Rumki Chatterjee
Spouse:	Nandini Chatterjee (m. 2007)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Mayurakshi Chatterjee
Occupation:	Actor, Television Personality
Net Worth:	$5 million

Early Life and Education

Abir Chatterjee, aged 46 years old, was born on November 18, 1980, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

He spent his childhood in the city, where he was introduced to theatre and the performing arts through his family’s artistic background.

He was raised by his father, Phalguni Chatterjee, and his mother, Rumki Chatterjee, both of whom were respected theatre actors.

Although he grew up in a family of performers, he initially showed a greater interest in sports before eventually deciding to pursue acting.

Chatterjee attended Laban Hrad Vidyapith for his schooling before studying at Seth Anandram Jaipuria College and later graduating from Goenka College of Commerce and Business Administration.

He also earned a Master of Business Administration degree from ICFAI Business School in Kolkata before making acting his full-time profession.

Personal Life

Abir Chatterjee has been married to Nandini Chatterjee since 2007. The couple first met while studying management and built a long-term relationship before tying the knot.

They have one daughter, Mayurakshi Chatterjee, and have largely kept their family life away from the public spotlight.

Despite his busy filming schedule, Chatterjee is known for maintaining a balanced family life and rarely discusses his private affairs in the media.

Career

Abir Chatterjee began his acting career with Bengali television serials before making his film debut in the 2009 romantic comedy Cross Connection.

His breakthrough arrived a year later when he was cast as Byomkesh Bakshi, a role that earned him widespread recognition and established him as one of Bengali cinema’s leading actors.

He went on to portray Feluda, becoming one of the rare actors to play both of Bengal’s most famous fictional detectives.

Beyond detective films, Chatterjee has built a diverse career with performances in romantic dramas, family films, thrillers, and literary adaptations, including Kahaani, 22 Shey Shraban, Bishorjan, Shah Jahan Regency, and the Guptodhon film series.

Alongside his film career, he has also worked as a television presenter, hosting Zee Bangla’s music reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa.

His consistent performances across film and television have made him one of the most recognisable faces in the Bengali entertainment industry.

Awards

• Zee Bangla Gaurav Award for Best Villain (2014)
• Tele Cine Award for Best Romantic Hero of the Year (2024)
• Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture (2024)

Net Worth

Abir Chatterjee has an estimated net worth of $5 million. He has built his wealth through his successful acting career in Bengali cinema, television hosting, brand endorsements, and streaming royalties from his film projects.

Social Media

• Instagram: @itsmeabirchatterjee
• X: @itsmeabir

Filmography

• Cross Connection (2009)
• Byomkesh Bakshi (2010)
• Prem by Chance (2010)
• 22 Shey Shraban (2011)
• Kahaani (2012)
• Abar Byomkesh (2012)
• The Royal Bengal Tiger (2014)
• Byomkesh Phire Elo (2014)
• Hrid Majharey (2014)
• Katmundu (2015)
• Har Har Byomkesh (2015)
• Byomkesh Pawrbo (2016)
• Bishorjan (2017)
• Guptodhoner Sondhane (2018)
• Byomkesh Gotro (2018)
• Shah Jahan Regency (2019)
• Durgeshgorer Guptodhon (2019)
• Dwitiyo Purush (2020)
• Abar Bochhor Koori Pore (2022)
• Karnasubarner Guptodhon (2022)
• Fatafati (2023)
• Oppenheimer (2023)
• Alaap (2024)
• Bohurupi (2024)
• Saptadingar Guptodhon (2026)

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