Rahul Bose turns a year wiser today. The dynamic actor although has worked in limited Bollywood movies he is still remembered for some of his iconic works. The Bengali actor is also very much passionate about playing Rugby and is the President of the Indian Rugby Football Union. Some of his hit movies include Mr. and Mrs. Iyer, Laptop, The Japanese Wife, and many more. He has delivered some most outstanding performances in his long career.
As he turns 56 today, know some amazing facts about the birthday boy.
Rugby stadium named after him
A couple of months ago, a rugby stadium in Odisha was named after Rahul Bose for his immense contribution to the sport. Speaking about the same the Bong actor said that initially he was very much surprised and did not want this to happen. He felt that he is not in the same league as Dutee Chand, Abhinav Bindra, or Vishwanathan Anand whose name also stadiums were inaugurated that day.
But since the officials persisted, Bose had no other way but to accept it.
He is multi-talented
Apart from acting, Rahul has also contributed in other ways to the film industry. Although he loves to remain low-profile he has been highly successful as a screenwriter and film director.
Involved in charity
Rahul Bose is a well-known philanthropist involved in many charitable works. He has every now and then donated a huge sum for the poor and needy people.
Favourite foods, actors, and hobbies
Rahul Bose loves to indulge in shami kabab and Baigan ka bharta. Jeetendra and Konkana Sen Sharma are his favourite actors. In his leisure time, he loves to read, write and watch cricket.
Notable contribution
Known as a social activist, Rahul Bose aggressively contributed during the Tsunami crisis and relief efforts followed by the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami. He also is the founder of the anti-discrimination NGO.