Moushumi Chatterjee’s Husband Jayanta Mukherjee Dies After Prolonged Illness

MUMBAI, November 13, 2026: Jayanta Mukherjee, film producer and composer and the husband of veteran Bollywood actress Moushumi Chatterjee, has died. He passed away on Thursday, November 12, in Mumbai after reportedly being unwell for some time. His death was confirmed by BN Tiwari, president of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), in a conversation with news agency IANS.

Mukherjee, who was in his late 70s, maintained a relatively low public profile despite his association with the Indian entertainment industry. He was also the son of legendary singer and composer Hemant Kumar, making him part of a family with a significant musical legacy.

Key Points

• Jayanta Mukherjee, husband of veteran actress Moushumi Chatterjee, died on November 12, 2026.
• FWICE president BN Tiwari confirmed his death to IANS.
• He was the son of legendary singer-composer Hemant Kumar.
• His production credits included Mazaaq, Do Ladke Dono Kadke and the television series Talaash.
• Moushumi and Jayanta married in 1972 and had two daughters, Payal and Megha.

Who Was Jayanta Mukherjee?

Unlike his father, who became widely recognised for his contributions to Hindi and Bengali music, Jayanta Mukherjee worked primarily behind the scenes in film and television production.

His production credits included the Hindi films Mazaaq (1975) and Do Ladke Dono Kadke (1979), both featuring Moushumi Chatterjee in prominent roles. He was also associated with Biwi Aur Makan and the television series Talaash, which aired in 1992.

Although his work rarely placed him in the public spotlight, his contributions connected him to several projects in the Indian entertainment industry.

Moushumi Chatterjee and Jayanta Mukherjee’s Marriage

Moushumi Chatterjee and Jayanta Mukherjee married in 1972, when the actress was still a teenager. Their marriage lasted more than five decades.

In an interview earlier this year, Moushumi recalled that she was in Class 10 when her engagement was arranged and that the wedding followed soon afterwards. The couple subsequently moved to Bombay, where she continued developing her acting career.

Moushumi became one of the prominent actresses of Hindi and Bengali cinema, appearing in films such as Anuraag, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan, Benaam, Naina and Kacche Dhaage.

Her career continued after marriage, during a period when female actors often faced expectations to step away from films after getting married.

A Family That Had Faced Earlier Loss

The couple had two daughters, Payal Mukherjee and Megha Mukherjee. Their elder daughter, Payal, died on December 13, 2019, at the age of 45.

Payal had reportedly been suffering from juvenile diabetes and experienced serious health complications in the years before her death. Moushumi and Jayanta had also approached the Bombay High Court in 2018 seeking guardianship amid concerns about their daughter’s medical condition.

Their younger daughter, Megha, has also been associated with the entertainment industry, with appearances in films including Radio and Ruslaan.

Jayanta Mukherjee is survived by Moushumi and their younger daughter, Megha.

What Is Known About His Death?

While FWICE president BN Tiwari confirmed Jayanta Mukherjee’s death, reports have differed in how they describe his health problems. Some have referred to prolonged illness, while others have mentioned age-related ailments.

The precise cause of death has not been officially established in the available reports. The family had not issued a detailed public statement or announced funeral arrangements at the time of publication.

Mukherjee’s death marks the loss of a film-industry professional whose work extended beyond the public recognition often associated with his family’s name.