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List of notable people from Kolkata. The city of Kolkata has been regarded as the cultural capital of India. [1]
The most famous religious figure of Kolkata is Mother Teresa. Others are (in order of surname):
List in order of surname.
Prominent dancers of the city include:
Kolkata is the magic capital of India and has produced internationally famous magicians and performers, including:
Six Nobel Prize winners have been associated with Kolkata:
The Ramon Magsaysay Award, sometimes called "Asia's Nobel Prize", is given "to perpetuate his example of integrity in government, courageous service to the people, and pragmatic idealism within a democratic society." Kolkata winners include: