Veteran actress Moushumi Chatterjee’s husband, Jayanta Mukherjee, passed away in Mumbai on November 12. The son of legendary singer and music composer Hemant Kumar, Jayanta was also associated with the film and television industry as a producer.
Known affectionately as Babu to his family members and close friends, Jayanta preferred to maintain a relatively low profile despite belonging to a family with strong connections to the entertainment industry.
Over the years, he was involved in the production of several projects, including the Hindi films Mazaaq (1975) and Do Ladke Dono Kadke (1979). He also worked in television and produced the 1992 serial Talaash.
Jayanta came from a distinguished musical family. His father, Hemant Kumar, was among the most respected names in Indian music, having made an enduring contribution as both a playback singer and composer. His memorable work across Hindi and Bengali cinema continues to be cherished by music lovers.
While his father established an extraordinary legacy in music, Jayanta pursued his interests behind the camera, contributing to film and television production.
His wife, Moushumi Chatterjee, has enjoyed a long and successful career in Hindi and Bengali cinema. She became one of the most recognisable faces of the 1970s and 1980s, appearing in several popular films and earning appreciation for her performances.
Jayanta and Moushumi shared a long marriage and had two daughters, Payal and Megha. The family faced a devastating personal loss in December 2019 when their elder daughter, Payal, passed away.
Jayanta is survived by Moushumi and their younger daughter, Megha.
Details regarding the cause of his death and the last rites have not yet been made available.
