Jayanta Das

Jayanta Das (8 June 1969 – 16 December 2023) was an Indian actor and director, best known for his role in Raamdhenu.

Jayant Das was born on 8 June 1969 in Guwahati, India to father Pulin Chandra Das and mother Tamal Kusum Das, a school teacher. He attended Latasil Primary School, and later earned a degree from Cotton College. Although not interested in acting as a child, he appeared in his first play at a young age at the behest of actor and writer Amulya Kakati.

Das' first role was in Pulak Gogoi's film Xendur, followed by Xakuntala. While most of his early roles were that of villains, he was later cast in comedic parts. From 2012 to 2019, Das appeared as the main character in the television sitcom Bharaghar.

Das died after suffering from liver problems in Guwahati, on 16 December 2023, at the age of 54.