The power struggle within the Film Artistes' Association had been simmering long before the political upheaval. Since the controversial 2022-24 election, the battle for the general secretary’s chair has been a symbol of division. Zayed Khan initially won the position, narrowly defeating Nipun Akter by 13 votes.

Misha Sawdagor, a former president of the association and a contestant in the upcoming election, has sent a letter to the Election Commission expressing his concerns about the rescheduled date.