Ritabhari Chakraborty (Bengali: ঋতাভরী চক্রবর্তী) is an Indian actress, model, producer and singer who primarily works in Bengali-language films and television. She is known for her performances in Ogo Bodhu Sundori, Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti, Fatafati, Shesh Theke Shuru, Bohurupi and Grihostho. She has also appeared in Hindi-language films, including Pari (2018), and international productions such as Papa Buka (2025).

Chakraborty began her acting career as a teenager with the popular Bengali television serial Ogo Bodhu Sundori in 2009. After establishing herself on television, she transitioned to films and became recognised for portraying independent, socially conscious and unconventional female characters.

Apart from acting, she has worked as a producer, writer and social activist. She has also been involved in charitable initiatives through SCUD, an organisation associated with her and her mother. In April 2025, she became engaged to Indian screenwriter Sumit Arora.

Early Life and Background

Ritabhari Chakraborty was born on 26 June 1992 in Kolkata, West Bengal, India. She grew up in a family associated with filmmaking, literature and the arts.

Her father, Utpalendu Chakrabarty, was a noted filmmaker, while her mother, Satarupa Sanyal, is a filmmaker and social activist. Her elder sister, Chitrangada Satarupa, is also associated with the creative arts.

Growing up in an artistic environment influenced Chakraborty’s interest in acting and creative expression. She began modelling while she was still in school and gradually received opportunities in television.

Her mother played an important role in supporting her early career. Despite beginning professional acting at a young age, Chakraborty continued to prioritise her education.

Education

Ritabhari Chakraborty completed her schooling in Kolkata. She studied at the Carmel High School, Kolkata, according to published biographical profiles.

She later enrolled at Jadavpur University, where she studied History.

Despite her demanding television schedule, she maintained strong academic results. In an interview with Filmfare in 2023, she recalled that she had achieved high marks in Bengali and History in her school examinations, including 95 and 97 respectively.

In 2021, she attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she completed a professional programme at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television. She participated in the Acting for the Camera programme and won an acting pitch competition for her multicultural drama project Colors of Silence.

She has described the UCLA experience as an important stage in her development as an actor.

Ritabhari Chakraborty Biography, Age, Height, Boyfriend, Family and More

Bio
Real Name	Ritabhari Chakraborty
Nickname	Paulin
Profession	Actress
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)	in centimeters– 170 cm in meters– 1.70 m in feet inches– 5’ 7”
Weight (approx.)	in kilograms– 50 kg in pounds– 110 lbs
Figure Measurements	32-29-32
Eye Colour	Brown
Hair Colour	Light Brown
Personal Life
Date of Birth	26 June 1992 (Friday)
Age (as of 2026)	36 Years
Birth Place	Kolkata, India
Zodiac sign	Cancer
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Kolkata, India
School	Hariyana Vidya Mandir, Kolkata, India
College	Jadavpur University, Kolkata
Educational Qualification	Graduated in History
Debut	TV: Ogo Bodhu Sundori (2009) Film: Tobuo Basanta (2012)
Family	Father– Utpalendu Chakrabarty (Filmmaker) Mother– Satarupa Sanyal (Film Director) Brother– N/A Sister– Chitrangada Chakraborty (Actress)
Religion	Hinduism
Address	Kolkata, India
Hobbies	Listening to music, Horse Riding, Sleeping, Dancing
Favourite Things
Favourite Food	Burger, Fish, Chicken Tikka
Favourite Actor	Kunal Karan Kapoor
Favourite Actress	Oindrila Sen
Favourite Singer	Anupam Roy
Favourite Colours	Pink, Green, Red
Favourite Destination	Chicago
Boys, Affairs and More
Marital Status	Engaged
Affairs/Boyfriends	Srijit Mukherji (Filmmaker) Dr. Tathagata Chatterjee (Psychiatrist )
Fiancé	Sumit Arora

Career

2009–2011: Television Debut and Early Recognition

Ritabhari Chakraborty began her professional acting career in 2009 with the Bengali television serial Ogo Bodhu Sundori, broadcast on Star Jalsha.

She portrayed the female lead character Lolita in the series, which was produced by Ravi Ojha Productions. The show became popular among Bengali television audiences and helped establish her as a young television actress.

At the time, she was still a school student. She balanced her academic responsibilities with long television shooting schedules and continued studying between scenes.

Her performance in Ogo Bodhu Sundori brought her considerable recognition and opened opportunities for modelling, television advertisements and other acting projects.

She received awards and nominations for her early television work, including recognition at the Star Jalsha Entertainment Awards.

2012–2016: Transition to Bengali Cinema

After gaining popularity on television, Chakraborty moved into films.

Her Bengali film debut was Tobuo Basanta (2012). She subsequently appeared in several films, including:

Damadol (2013)
Once Upon a Time in Kolkata (2014)
Bawal (2015)
Onyo Opalaa (2015)
Colkatay Columbus (2016)
It’s Basanto (2016)

These projects allowed her to explore different genres and characters beyond television.

During this period, she also became involved in film production and creative projects. Her interest in filmmaking gradually expanded beyond acting.

2017–2019: Hindi Film Debut and Growing Recognition

In 2017, Ritabhari Chakraborty appeared in the short film Naked, which starred Kalki Koechlin. The project received attention for addressing issues related to women’s bodies, social expectations and personal identity.

She also gained wider recognition through the music video Orrey Mon, featuring Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana.

In 2018, she made her Hindi film debut with Pari, a supernatural horror film directed by Prosit Roy and starring Anushka Sharma and Parambrata Chatterjee. Chakraborty played a supporting role in the film.

She also appeared in Bengali films such as Tobuo Basanta and Shesh Theke Shuru during this phase of her career.

In 2019, she appeared opposite Jeet in Shesh Theke Shuru, directed by Raj Chakraborty. The romantic thriller helped strengthen her position in mainstream Bengali cinema.

2020–2022: Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti and New Creative Projects

One of the most significant films in Chakraborty’s career was Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti (2020), directed by Aritra Mukherjee.

She portrayed Shabari, a woman who challenges traditional social expectations surrounding religion, gender and marriage. The film received positive attention for its subject matter and performance.

Her role became an important milestone in her career and established her as an actress willing to take on socially relevant stories.

During this period, she also appeared in the Hindi-language sports comedy Tiki Taka (2020) and the Bengali thriller FIR No: 339/07/06 (2021).

In 2022, she began preparing for Fatafati, a Bengali film that explored body positivity and the social pressures surrounding women’s appearances.

2023: Fatafati and OTT Debut

In 2023, Chakraborty starred in Fatafati, directed by Aritra Mukherjee and featuring Abir Chatterjee.

She portrayed Phullora, a woman who faces body shaming and social judgement because of her physical appearance. Her character becomes a plus-size fashion influencer and challenges conventional beauty standards.

The film received attention for its body-positive message and social commentary. Chakraborty’s performance was widely discussed by audiences and critics.

She also made her OTT debut with the Bengali web series Nandini, directed by Mir Falaq. The series was based on a novel by Sayantani Putatunda and explored themes related to female infanticide and social injustice.

Another project from this period was Grihostho, directed by Mainak Bhaumik, in which she portrayed Aparna. The film was developed as a psychological thriller.

2024: Bohurupi and Continued Success

In 2024, Chakraborty appeared in Bohurupi, a Bengali action-thriller film directed by Shiboprosad Mukherjee and Nandita Roy.

The film featured an ensemble cast including Shiboprosad Mukherjee, Abir Chatterjee, Koushani Mukherjee and Ritabhari Chakraborty.

Bohurupi became a commercially successful Bengali film and further strengthened her presence in the industry.

She continued to select projects that explored different genres and character types.

2025–2026: International Cinema and New Projects

In 2025, Ritabhari Chakraborty appeared in several projects, including Grihostho, Batshorik, Ami O Amar Girlfriends and Papa Buka.

Grihostho, directed by Mainak Bhaumik, is a psychological thriller in which she played Aparna. The film explored complex psychological and interpersonal themes.

She also appeared in Batshorik, another Bengali production directed by Mainak Bhaumik.

One of her notable international projects was Papa Buka, directed by Kalu Oji. The film was selected as Papua New Guinea’s official submission to the 98th Academy Awards in the International Feature Film category. It received additional attention after filmmaker Pa. Ranjith became associated with the project as a producer and creative supporter.

Chakraborty’s participation in the film represented an expansion of her work beyond Bengali and Hindi cinema.

In 2026, she continued to work on film and television projects while participating in interviews and public discussions about women’s rights and workplace safety.

In August 2026, she spoke to NDTV about her efforts to address sexual harassment in the Bengali entertainment industry. She discussed a petition seeking a formal mechanism to investigate workplace harassment complaints.

Filmography

Ritabhari Chakraborty has appeared in Bengali and Hindi films, television productions and digital projects.

Films

Year	Film	Language / Notes
2012	Tobuo Basanta	Bengali film debut
2013	Damadol	Bengali
2014	Once Upon a Time in Kolkata	Bengali
2015	Bawal	Bengali
2015	Onyo Opalaa	Bengali
2016	Colkatay Columbus	Bengali
2016	It’s Basanto	Bengali
2017	Naked	Short film
2018	Pari	Hindi film debut
2018	Fool for Love	Bengali
2019	Shesh Theke Shuru	Bengali
2020	Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti	Bengali
2020	Tiki Taka	Hindi
2021	FIR No: 339/07/06	Bengali
2023	Fatafati	Bengali
2024	Bohurupi	Bengali
2025	Grihostho	Bengali
2025	Batshorik	Bengali
2025	Papa Buka	International production

Television

Year	Television Series	Character
2009–2010	Ogo Bodhu Sundori	Lolita
2014	Chokher Tara Tui	Sohag / Tutul

Web Series and Digital Projects

Year	Title	Platform / Notes
2023	Nandini	Bengali web series
2025	Ami O Amar Girlfriends	Digital series
2025	Karma Korma	Television / digital series

Note: This is a selected filmography. Release dates, distribution formats and character names may vary across entertainment databases.

Music and Music Videos

Apart from acting, Ritabhari Chakraborty has been associated with music videos and musical projects.

One of her widely discussed music video appearances was Orrey Mon, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana. The project received attention for its music and visual presentation.

She has also participated in music-related productions and creative collaborations.

Production and Creative Work

Ritabhari Chakraborty has worked as a producer in addition to acting.

She has been associated with SCUD, an organisation and creative initiative linked to her mother, filmmaker Satarupa Sanyal.

The organisation has been involved in social communication, cultural activities and creative projects. Through her production-related work, Chakraborty has participated in projects that address social issues and women’s experiences.

She also worked as a producer on the short film Naked, which starred Kalki Koechlin.

Her interest in writing, production and creative development has helped her explore different aspects of filmmaking beyond acting.

Awards and Recognition

Ritabhari Chakraborty has received recognition for her performances in television and Bengali cinema.

Some of her reported awards and honours include:

Year	Award	Category / Work	Result
2010	Star Jalsha Entertainment Awards	Best Actress – Ogo Bodhu Sundori	Won
2010	Protidin Tele Somman	Best Female Debutant	Won
2014	Uttam Kumar Kala Ratna Awards	Best Actress	Won
2018	Times of India – Most Desirable Women (East)	Most Desirable Woman	Recognised
2019	Social media and youth recognition	Youth icon recognition	Reported
2023	Filmfare recognition	Fatafati and women-centric cinema	Featured in coverage

Her performance in Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti and Fatafati received particular attention for addressing gender roles, body image and social expectations.

Ritabhari Chakraborty has participated in charitable and social initiatives, particularly those focused on healthcare, education and women’s empowerment.

She has been associated with SCUD, an organisation linked to her mother, Satarupa Sanyal. The initiative has reportedly organised medical camps, cultural activities and programmes aimed at supporting underprivileged communities in West Bengal.

Chakraborty and her mother have also been involved in healthcare initiatives in rural areas.

In addition to charitable activities, she has spoken publicly about body shaming, gender equality and workplace safety.

Advocacy Against Workplace Harassment

In September 2024, Chakraborty publicly raised concerns about alleged sexual harassment in the Bengali entertainment industry.

She submitted a petition to the West Bengal government seeking the establishment of a formal mechanism to investigate workplace harassment allegations.

She also met then Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and discussed the possibility of forming an independent committee to address the issue.

In an interview with NDTV in August 2026, she discussed the progress of her petition and reiterated the importance of a structured process for addressing workplace harassment.

Personal Life

Engagement to Sumit Arora

Ritabhari Chakraborty became engaged to Indian screenwriter Sumit Arora on 15 April 2025, during the Bengali New Year celebrations, known as Poila Boishakh.

The couple announced their engagement publicly on 17 April 2025 through social media posts and photographs.

Arora is known for writing dialogues for several Indian productions, including the Hindi film Jawan (2023) and the web series The Family Man.

In an interview with The Times of India in April 2025, Chakraborty discussed their relationship and wedding plans. She described their relationship as a journey involving several ups and downs over approximately six years.

The couple discussed plans for an intimate destination wedding followed by a reception in Kolkata. However, a confirmed wedding date has not been established in the cited reports.

Public Image and Career Impact

Ritabhari Chakraborty is recognised for her work in Bengali television and cinema, particularly for taking on roles that explore social issues and women’s experiences.

Her transition from a popular television actress to a film performer was an important stage in her career.

Films such as Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti and Fatafati helped establish her as an actress associated with women-centric storytelling and social commentary.

Her work in Bohurupi, Grihostho and Papa Buka further demonstrated her interest in exploring different genres and international projects.

Apart from acting, her involvement in production, music, social work and advocacy has contributed to her public identity as a multi-disciplinary creative professional.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is Ritabhari Chakraborty?

Ritabhari Chakraborty is an Indian actress, model, producer and singer known for her work in Bengali films and television.

2. When was Ritabhari Chakraborty born?

She was born on 26 June 1992, according to several published biographical sources.

3. Where was Ritabhari Chakraborty born?

She was born in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

4. What is Ritabhari Chakraborty’s educational qualification?

She studied History at Jadavpur University and later attended a professional programme at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television.

5. Who are Ritabhari Chakraborty’s parents?

Her father was filmmaker Utpalendu Chakrabarty, and her mother is filmmaker and social activist Satarupa Sanyal.

6. Who is Ritabhari Chakraborty’s sister?

Her sister is Chitrangada Satarupa.

7. What was Ritabhari Chakraborty’s first television serial?

Her television debut was the Bengali serial Ogo Bodhu Sundori, which premiered in 2009.

8. What was Ritabhari Chakraborty’s first film?

Her Bengali film debut was Tobuo Basanta (2012).

9. Has Ritabhari Chakraborty appeared in Hindi films?

Yes. She appeared in the Hindi horror film Pari (2018), starring Anushka Sharma and Parambrata Chatterjee.

10. Who is Ritabhari Chakraborty’s fiancé?

She is engaged to Indian screenwriter Sumit Arora. They announced their engagement in April 2025.

11. What are Ritabhari Chakraborty’s most popular movies?

Some of her notable films include Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti, Fatafati, Shesh Theke Shuru, Bohurupi, Pari and Grihostho.

12. What is Ritabhari Chakraborty’s latest international film?

She appeared in Papa Buka (2025), an international production that was selected as Papua New Guinea’s official submission for the 98th Academy Awards.

13. What social activities is Ritabhari Chakraborty involved in?

She has been associated with SCUD and initiatives involving healthcare, cultural activities, women’s empowerment and workplace safety.

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