Humayun Ahmed
Humayun Ahmed: Still captivating Bangladesh, one book at a time
Humayun Ahmed’s legacy remains strong, captivating generations with relatable storytelling. His novels transcend time, making literature accessible to all. Despite criticism, his emotional depth and simplicity keep readers engaged, proving his enduring influence in Bengali literary culture.
22 February 2025, 10:04 AM
Humayun Ahmed’s ‘Tara Tinjon’ reunites for Nuhash’s ad film
Legendary novelist and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed’s beloved creation "Tara Tinjon" is making a return, thanks to his son, director Nuhash Humayun.
21 February 2025, 06:29 AM
Rumana Islam Mukti joins Film Artistes’ Association’s executive council
Actress Rumana Islam Mukti has been appointed as a member of the executive council of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association (BFAA). Association President Misha Sawdagor told The Daily Star that she was nominated to fill a vacant position in the council.
20 January 2025, 11:15 AM
Nuhash Humayun at a crossroads
Whether it's by crafting a groundbreaking IP with “Pett Kata Shaw”, making history by working with Hollywood juggernaut Jordan Peele, or by being a revered member of the Writers' Guild of America, Nuhash Humayun's journey in Bangladeshi showbiz is nothing short of remarkable. We sat down with the ambitious director days after the release of “Dui Shaw”, the second iteration of his horror phenomenon.
17 January 2025, 18:00 PM
Aly Zaker’s iconic slaps on set: Faruque Ahmed reminisces moments from ‘Aaj Robibar’
master of both stage and screen, Zaker’s versatility as an actor left a lasting mark on the nation’s entertainment industry. As we reflect on his contributions, especially on his fourth death anniversary, it’s not just his powerful performances that are remembered, but also the playful camaraderie, witful screen presence and gentle spirit he brought to every set.
27 November 2024, 11:52 AM
Received more than I ever expected: Mahfuz Ahmed
Today marks the 56th birthday of Mahfuz Ahmed, a celebrated actor whose work in the 1990s left a lasting impression on the entertainment industry of Bangladesh. Rising to stardom with the critically acclaimed drama serial “Kothao Keu Nei”, penned by the legendary author Humayun Ahmed, Mahfuz’s portrayal in the show became a defining moment in his career.
23 October 2024, 08:27 AM
Sabnam Faria calls out bias in award recognition
The film “Devi” (2018) is an adaptation of a novel by celebrated author Humayun Ahmed. Helmed by director Anam Biswas, the movie featured Jaya Ahsan in a central role, while Chanchal Chowdhury portrays the character of Misir Ali. Additionally, the film showcased a noteworthy performance from television actress Sabnam Faria, who took on a key role in the film.
5 September 2024, 05:43 AM
Towards the end, it felt like I couldn’t find the Humayun Ahmed I once knew: Asaduzzaman Noor
On the 12th anniversary of Humayun Ahmed’s passing on July 19, Noor reminisced his memories of the iconic writer, expressing both admiration and disappointment over the declining quality of Humayun's later works.
18 July 2024, 18:08 PM
Noted director of timeless drama ‘Aaj Robibar’ no more
Monir Hossain Jibon, the director of the classic BTV drama “Aaj Robibar”, has passed away. He breathed his last around 12:53am at the National Institute of Neurosciences Hospital in Agargaon, Dhaka, on Wednesday, June 26.
27 June 2024, 06:52 AM
Sanjoy Somadder to adapt Humayun Ahmed's fiction into film
The Bangladesh government allocates special grants to bolster the Bengali film industry, every year. For the financial year 2023-24, the government has decided to support about 20 full-length films across four categories. Out of these, 16 films will each receive a grant of Tk 75 lakhs, while the remaining four will be awarded Tk 50 lakhs each.
13 June 2024, 05:32 AM
Nishad Humayun to start a podcast
In a recent announcement, Nishad Humayun, son of the late literary maestro Humayun Ahmed and actress Meher Afroz Shaon, is gearing up to launch a podcast addressing Bangladesh's educational landscape.
29 December 2023, 07:09 AM
Humayun Ahmed and his quiet, subtle humanist stances
There is a great debate on his inclination towards choosing safer routes as a laureate; critics always said he downplayed his capabilities and did not utilize his literary brilliance on social and political instances much; rather, he opted for popular and contemporary content, a discussion popular among critics and fans alike.
13 November 2023, 13:23 PM
Remembering Humayun Ahmed through the eyes of three actors
Celebrated literary figure Humayun Ahmed was deeply loved by millions of readers during his lifetime. As an author, he gained immense popularity by creating characters like Himu, Rupa, and Misir Ali, through which he earned countless devoted fans. The craze for Himu is still visible in today’s generation, as fans still wear yellow panjabi—a signature dress worn by the character.
12 November 2023, 18:05 PM
Salahuddin Lavlu’s television drama set to commemorate Humayun Ahmed
The drama, named “Ami Humayun Ahmed hote chai,” is written by Razia Sultana Jenny, and renowned artistes like Dolly Zahur, Jonaed Bukdadi, Riya, Sarker Apu, Roshan, Roshni, and Salahuddin Lavlu himself are featured in it. The TV drama is scheduled to be aired at 9:30 PM, November 13, on Channel i.
6 November 2023, 07:56 AM
I still act to feed my artistic soul: Dolly Zahur
She once portrayed the iconic character of Rabeya in late legendary writer-director Humayun Ahmed’s “Shonkhonil Karagar” in 1992.
3 August 2023, 10:58 AM
Mahfuz Ahmed apologises for commenting about Zahid Hasan
Recently, in an interview, Mahfuz made some comments about Zahid Hasan, while reminiscing about their friendship, for which the former has apologised.
25 July 2023, 05:28 AM
Tired of filing cases against them: Meher Afroz Shaon
During her visit to Nuhash Polli on Wednesday morning, Shaon expressed her frustration over various dramas and movies of Humayun Ahmed being streamed on popular OTT platforms and YouTube channels without any proper permission or contract.
20 July 2023, 11:35 AM
'We had a lot of disagreements, but they subsided and we made classics'
Abul Hayat had worked in many of Humayun Ahmed’s noted productions, such as “Aaj Robibar”, “Bohubrihi” and “Nokkhotrer Raat”. On the death anniversary of Humayun Ahmed, the actor shared some of his sweet memories with the legendary writer.
19 July 2023, 07:46 AM
Humayun Ahmed through the eyes of Asaduzzaman Noor
Today marks the ninth death anniversary of legendary author and director Humayun Ahmed. He was instrumental in building people's interest in Bengali literature. To this day, his books are best-sellers at the Ekushey Boi Mela every year. Equally successful as a scriptwriter and director, Humayun Ahmed remains one of the most celebrated creators in Bangladesh. On Humayun Ahmed’s death anniversary, acclaimed actor and Member of Parliament Asaduzzaman Noor reminisces about his friendship with him.
19 July 2023, 04:21 AM
My love-hate relationship with Eid natoks
Are you aware of the "Valentine's Day on Eid" phenomenon? Eid natoks and overall Bangladeshi natoks have gone through a strange trajectory.
24 April 2023, 09:20 AM