[2][3] He is a well-known actor in Bengali cinema and generally appears in comedic and supporting roles.

[7] He made his debut in 1981 through Purnendu Patri's film Choto Bakulpurer Jatri.

[9] He is known for comedic roles in movies like Sasur Bari Zindabad, Streer Maryada, Protisodh, Praner Cheye Priyo, Surya, Akrosh, Dada Thakur, Sakal Sandhya, Besh Korechi Prem Korechi, Mon Mane Na, Saat Pake Bandha, Madhu Malati and many others.

[10][11] In 2019, he acted in Sandip Ray's Professor Shonku O El Dorado and played the titular role in Birendra Krishna Bhadra's biopic titled Mahalaya.

[12] His performance in the latter was critically acclaimed and he had received numerous awards for his portrayal of Birendra Krishna Bhadra in the movie.