Narendra Modi, Mamata Banerjee mourn the demise of filmmaker-poet Buddhadeb Dasgupta

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of ace filmmaker and poet Buddhadeb Dasgupta.

As per reports, Buddhadeb Dasgupta died at the age of 77 early this morning. He was suffering from ailments related to his kidney.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called his death a 'great loss' for the Indian film industry.

The National award-winning director had helmed movies like 'Dooratwa', 'Grihajuddha' and 'Andhi Gali', bringing the elements of Naxalite movement on the screen.

He had won National Award five times in his career. 'Anwar Ka Ajab Kissa' was one of his famous Hindi features.