Years later, Chatterjee had admitted Aghor as one of his best roles. In 1979, Majumdar's film Ganadevata became the first Bengali film to win National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
Chatterjee later recognized Aghor as one of his most notable roles.  In 1979, Majumdar's film "Ganadevata" was a landmark achievement in Bengali cinema by winning the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.