Susovan’s Leap into Cinema

For every television actor, the leap to cinema often marks both a risk and a reward—a moment where small-screen popularity is tested against the grandeur of the big screen. For Susovan Sonu Roy, that leap comes with the Bengali film Take Care Bhalobasa, a story exploring the complexities of friendship and relationships. In the film, which went on floors on July 4 this year, Susovan essays the role of Joy, a character that he hopes will open a new chapter in his artistic journey.

Born in Howrah and raised in Kolkata, Susovan’s story has been one of perseverance. His father’s untimely death in 2000, when he was barely three and a half years old, left the family navigating challenges early on. Yet, Susovan carried forward with quiet determination, completing his Bachelor of Commerce degree from Dum Dum Motijheel Rabindra Mahavidyalaya. Alongside academics, he nurtured a passion for performance, training rigorously in Western dance and showcasing his skills on stage. Those years of movement and rhythm, he recalls, built the foundation for his confidence as a performer.

His entry into acting was not accidental. A workshop with director Pijush Saha became the turning point, providing him with nearly a year and a half of intensive training. By 2019, his persistence bore fruit when he landed his first role in the television serial Anandamoyee Maa on Aakash Aath, portraying a Vaishnav devotee. The series, directed by the late Debidas Bhattacharya, introduced him to the demanding yet rewarding pace of the television industry.

Television soon became his primary playground. He went on to appear in Star Jalsha’s Mohor and Korapakhi, where he shared screen space with actress Parno Mitra, notably experimenting with a negative character that pushed him beyond the stereotypical “good boy” roles. His versatility continued with Zee Bangla’s Jamuna Dhaki, where he played a neighbour with a significant subplot, and later with Titli and Khelaghor on Star Jalsha. Each project, he says, added a layer of maturity to his craft.

The pandemic lockdown, however, interrupted his trajectory, forcing him to pause. But it also redirected him. In 2023, Susovan explored modeling—a space where his screen presence and confidence found another outlet. Over the year, he worked with an impressive lineup of brands including Holiday Inn Hotel, Dabur, Titan Eye+, Velocity Eyewear, Amazon, Spencer’s, Campus Shoes, Big Bazaar, Biotique, and Fiama Di Wills. The transition not only widened his professional exposure but also sharpened his sense of branding and audience appeal—skills that cinema often demands from its actors.

The cinematic break came in 2024 when he crossed paths with director Soumojit Adak at a workshop. Recognizing his preparation and versatility, Adak invited him for an audition. Susovan’s performance earned him the role of Joy in Take Care Bhalobasa. For him, the film represents not just a debut but an evolution—a chance to bring his television discipline, dance training, and modeling charisma to a more demanding medium.

As he steps into cinema, Susovan Sonu Roy is not just chasing stardom; he is carrying the resilience of a childhood marked by loss, the rigor of years spent in workshops and serials, and the discipline of a performer who refuses to stop learning. His story, much like the film he now headlines, is about friendship, relationships, and new beginnings—this time, with the big screen watching.