Patol Babu, Film Star — Chapter Summary

Patol Babu once acted in amateur

Patol Babu once acted in amateur theatricals and was well known for his performances. He had even been in demand for stage work while he worked in the

Patol Babu lost his railway factory

Patol Babu lost his railway factory job in 1943 because of a wartime cutback. After that, he struggled to earn a living and acting became a distant me

The role given to Patol Babu

The role given to Patol Babu was a small speaking part of an absent-minded, short-tempered pedestrian. His only dialogue was the word 'Oh!'

Patol Babu first feels hurt when

Patol Babu first feels hurt when he sees that his line is only one word. Later he understands that even one syllable can be performed with meaning and

Patol Babu remembers his mentor’s advice

Patol Babu remembers his mentor’s advice that no part is beneath dignity and that an artist must make the most of every opportunity.