Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury
Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury was a prominent Bengali writer, illustrator, and publisher, celebrated for his contributions to children's literature in India. Born in 1863, he was the father of noted poet Sukumar Ray and the grandfather of acclaimed filmmaker Satyajit Ray. Chowdhury founded the 'Sandesh' magazine, which played a crucial role in shaping Bengali literature and culture. His works often blended humor, fantasy, and moral lessons, making them beloved by generations of readers. His ancestral home in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, has immense cultural significance, linking three generations of the Ray family to the rich literary heritage of Bengal.
Born on May 10, 1863 (162 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 2 | 6.50 | 0.14% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 2,000,006 | $2,900,000 | 4,203$ |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 6.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 164,689,383 | 166,185 | $350,000 | 353$ |
| Totals | 3 | 1,544,693,768 | 2,166,191 | $3,250,000 | 4,556$ |
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Bangladesh:
The house is incorrectly identified as belonging to Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury.
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India:
Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury was a prominent 19th-century litterateur, painter, and publisher.
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India:
Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury is the renowned children’s author and publisher whose ancestral home is being demolished.
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