Deb Mukherjee, a renowned Bengali Indian actor, is the proud father of the accomplished director Ayan Mukerji. As a member of the illustrious Mukherjee family, he is part of a four-generation legacy that has been deeply rooted in the Bollywood industry since the 1940s.
Deb's family boasts an impressive array of talented individuals, including his father Sashadhar Mukherjee, the owner of the esteemed Filmalaya studios. His brothers, Joy Mukherjee and Shomu Mukherjee, have also made significant contributions to the industry, with Joy enjoying a successful acting career in the 1960s and Shomu marrying the talented actress Tanuja.
Deb's nieces, Kajol and Tanisha, are both accomplished actresses in their own right, with Kajol being one of the most successful actresses in Bollywood. Other notable members of the Mukherjee family include Rani Mukerji and Sharbani Mukherjee, who have also made a name for themselves in the industry.