Birendra Krishna Bhadra (1905–1991) was an iconic Bengali radio broadcaster, playwright, director best known for his narration of radio programme 'Mahishasura Mardini'. His baritone voice reciting Sanskrit verses to usher in Durga Puja is a cherished tradition for Bengalis worldwide. Mahishasura Mardini began playing in 1931 as part of first 'Mahalaya' broadcast on All India Radio in West Bengal.