Moushumi Chatterjee requests privacy after husband’s demise

Yesteryear actress Moushumi Chatterjee is going through a difficult time following the loss of her husband, Jayanta Chatterjee, and has requested privacy for her family. She has asked people to give her and her daughter some time and space to deal with the loss.

Moushumi took to social media to share a heartfelt note confirming her husband's demise and thanking everyone for their prayers, love and support during this difficult period.“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.

Jayanta Mukherjee's health issues

Jayanta Mukherjee passed away on November 12 at his Mumbai residence following age-related health issues. BN Tiwari, president of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), confirmed the news to IANS and said that Jayanta had been unwell for some time.

Following his demise, his daughter Megha issued a statement announcing that a prayer meeting in his memory would be held on November 15.The statement read, “With profound grief, we announce the sad news of the death of my father, Shri Jayanta Hemant Mukherjee, on the 12th of November 2026.

Prayer meet will be held on 15th November 2026, Sunday, at Shri Khatwari Darbar, 366 Shree Khatwari Darbar Marg, Linking Road, Khar West, Mumbai 400052. Timing: 5:30-7:30 pm.”

Jayanta Mukherjee’s journey

Fondly known as Babu among his close ones, Jayanta Mukherjee was the son of renowned singer and composer Hemant Kumar. He made his own mark in the entertainment industry as a film and television producer. Over the years, he was associated with films such as 'Mazaaq' (1975) and 'Do Ladke Dono Kadke' (1979). His television credits also included the 1992 serial 'Talaash'.