Guwahati, July 26 -- The Assamese cultural firmament has lost one of its finest luminaries. Purabi Sarma, a beloved and versatile actress who graced cinema, theatre, and radio plays, has passed away, leaving behind a void that will be deeply felt by generations of art lovers. Affectionately known within the film fraternity as 'Baby', her transition from a promising debutante to a revered veteran is a testament to her enduring talent.

Purabi Sarma began her acting career with a brilliant, genuine spark. Her overnight rise to stardom across Assam came with her cinematic debut in the iconic Assamese film Ajali Nabou, the first mainstream Assamese feature film shot entirely in Eastman colour, released on February 22, 1980. She instantly capt...