New Delhi, May 27 -- Renowned Bengali director Anik Dutta died on Wednesday afternoon. According to a report by Anandabazar Patrika, the National Award-winning filmmaker fell from the terrace of his residence in the Hindustan Park area, Kolkata. Reportedly, he was rushed to a private hospital in Dhakuria, where he was in critical condition and later pronounced dead.

Quoting sources close to the director, the report added that Anik Dutta had been dealing with depression for some time. He was around 65 years old.

He celebrated his birthday just five days ago.

Dutta reportedly suffered serious injuries after falling from the terrace. He had reportedly been battling respiratory-related health issues for a long time.

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