Rahul Bose

Rahul Bose born on July 27, 1967 in Kolkata. He is an Indian actor, screenwriter, film director, social activist, and rugby union player. Rahul Bose was born to Rupen and Kumud Bose. His mother introduced him to boxing and rugby union.

Rahul Bose was part of the first Indian national rugby team to play in an international event, the Asian Rugby Football Union Championship in 1998.

First time he was cast in the film English, August by director Dev Benegal.

He made his directorial debut with Everybody Says I'm Fine!.

He performed in notable movies like Takshak, Mr. and Mrs. Iyer, Jhankaar Beats, and Pyaar Ke Side Effects.

Rahul Bose has been called "the superstar of Indian arthouse cinema" by Time Asia.

Rahul Bose dated Koel Purie, who he directed in his film, Everybody Says I'm Fine!.

Awards:

2000 - Best Asian Actor Award at the Singapore International Film Festival for Split Wide Open
2004 - Mani Kaul Award for Everybody Says I'm Fine!
2005 - Mahesh Bhatt Spokesperson Award
2007 - "Artiste for Change" Karmaveer Puraskaar award
2008 - IBN Citizen Journalist Award
2009 - Idea International Indian Film Award