Veteran Bollywood actress Moushumi Chatterjee is going through a difficult personal phase following the death of her husband, film producer Jayanta Mukherjee. The actress has now issued her first public message after his demise, requesting people to respect her family's privacy and allow her and her daughter time to deal with the loss.
Taking to social media, Moushumi shared an emotional note confirming the death of her husband, whom family members and close friends affectionately called Babu. She also expressed gratitude to everyone who had offered prayers and support during this difficult period.
Her message has received attention from fans and members of the film industry, many of whom have been expressing their condolences to the veteran actress and her family.
Moushumi Chatterjee Requests Time and Space
In her social media message, Moushumi Chatterjee directly appealed to people to give her and her daughter the privacy they need.
“My husband, Jayanta, as all fondly remember him as Babu, has left us for heavenly abode. Request all to give me and my daughter time and space to get through this difficult period. Truly grateful for your prayers and support for the same,” she wrote.
The actress's message reflects the family's need for privacy as they navigate the emotional aftermath of Jayanta's death. Rather than making a detailed public statement, she chose to thank people for their support and request understanding.
The message was shared on November 14 and reported by news agency IANS on November 15.
Jayanta Mukherjee Passed Away on November 12
Jayanta Mukherjee died on November 12, 2026, at his residence in Mumbai's Khar area. He was reportedly in his late 70s and had been dealing with health-related complications for some time.
BN Tiwari, president of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), confirmed his death to news agency IANS. Reports attributed his demise to age-related ailments.
Jayanta largely stayed away from the public spotlight despite belonging to a prominent film and music family. He was the son of legendary singer and composer Hemant Kumar and built his own association with the entertainment industry through film and television production.
Who Was Jayanta Mukherjee?
Jayanta Mukherjee was known for his work as a film producer and his association with television projects. His production credits included films such as Mazaaq (1975) and Do Ladke Dono Kadke (1979), both of which featured Moushumi Chatterjee in prominent roles.
He was also associated with the television serial Talaash, which aired in 1992. Apart from production, Jayanta had an interest in music and worked in the music department of Biwi Aur Makan.
His father, Hemant Kumar, was one of India's celebrated singer-composers, known for his contribution to Hindi and Bengali music. Jayanta therefore came from a family deeply connected with Indian cinema and music.
Moushumi and Jayanta Were Married for More Than 50 Years
Moushumi Chatterjee and Jayanta Mukherjee shared a marriage spanning more than five decades. The actress married Jayanta in 1972 when she was just 15 years old.
Despite marrying at a young age, Moushumi continued her acting career and went on to become a recognised name in Hindi and Bengali cinema. She delivered memorable performances in films such as Anuraag, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Naina, Kacche Dhaage, Benaam, Manzil and Angoor.
Over the years, the couple maintained a relatively private family life, even as Moushumi remained active in the entertainment industry.
Family Had Earlier Faced the Loss of Elder Daughter Payal
Moushumi and Jayanta had two daughters, Payal and Megha. The family suffered a major personal loss in December 2019 when their elder daughter, Payal Mukherjee, passed away at the age of 45 following a prolonged illness.
Payal had reportedly been battling juvenile diabetes and had experienced serious health complications. Her death was a difficult period for the family.
Their younger daughter, Megha Mukherjee, has also been associated with the entertainment industry and has appeared in films including Radio, Ruslaan and Aisa Kyun Hota Hai.
Prayer Meeting Announced for Jayanta Mukherjee
Following Jayanta's death, daughter Megha announced a prayer meeting in his memory. According to the statement shared with NDTV, the gathering was scheduled for November 15, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Shri Khatwari Darbar in Khar West, Mumbai.
As Moushumi Chatterjee and her family cope with the loss, the actress's appeal for privacy has been an important message to fans and the public. She has thanked everyone for their prayers while asking for the time and space needed to grieve.
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