Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
''Meril Prothom Alo Awards'' or ''Prothom Alo Awards'' is an annual Bangladeshi awards ceremony honouring cinematic achievements in Bangladeshi Film Industry. The awards are divided into two components, Viewers' Choice and Critics' Choice. The awards were first presented in 1998 and since then the awards are given every year at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center (BICC). The 19th Meril Prothom Alo Awards ceremony was held on 20 April 2017 at Bangabandhu International Conference Center. Meril Prothom Alo Awards receive the highest number of viewers among Bangladesh's Awards Ceremonies. Meril Prothom Alo Awards are Bangladesh's equivalent to America's Academy Awards. History Meril Prothom Alo Awards were first awarded in 1998. The awards ceremony was organised and held by Bangladesh's largest newspaper Daily Prothom Alo and Square Toiletries Limited. After the construction of BICC in 2002, the awards ceremony was moved to a new location and in 2002, the awards cerem ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Prothom Alo
''The Daily Prothom Alo'' ( bn, প্রথম আলো) is a daily newspaper in Bangladesh, published from Dhaka in the Bengali language. It is the largest circulated newspaper in Bangladesh. According to National Media Survey 2018, conducted by Kantar MRB Bangladesh, ''Prothom Alo'' has more than 6.6 million daily readership online. According to Alexa Internet, an American web traffic analysis company, the online portal of ''Prothom Alo'' is the most visited Bengal website in the world. History ''Prothom Alo'' was founded on 4 November 1998. The circulation of ''Prothom Alo'' grew from an initial circulation of 42,000 to a circulation of a half million copies. The newspaper distinguished itself by its investigations of acid attacks and violence against women and pushing for tougher laws against the sale of acid. From press facilities located in Dhaka, Chittagong and Bogra, around 5,00,000 copies (as of March ‘2014) are circulated each day. According to National Media Sur ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Riaz (actor)
Riaz Uddin Ahamed Siddique (; born 1972), commonly known as Riaz, is a Bangladeshi film actor, producer, and television presenter who has appeared in more than 100 Bengali films in genres ranging from romance to action to comedies. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including three National Film Awards and seven Meril Prothom Alo Awards. He portrayed the famous literary character, Shuvro, created by Humayun Ahmed, in Daruchini Dip. Riaz first appeared onscreen as a side role in filmmaker Dewan Nazrul's social action drama ''Banglar Nayok'' (1995). He began a full-time career in film with a leading role in the highly successful romantic drama ''Praner Cheye Priyo'' (1997). In 2005, Riaz worked with Bollywood actress Susmita Sen for Mahesh Manjrekar's film It Was Raining That Night. His last movie ''"Krishnopokkho"'' was released on 26 February 2016, directed by Meher Afroz Shaon. Riaz briefly served in the Bangladesh Air Force before joining the film industry. Early life ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bhalobaslei Ghor Bandha Jay Na
''Bhalobaslei Ghor Bandha Jay Na'' ( bn, ভালবাসলেই ঘর বাঁধা যায় না) is a 2010 Dhallywood drama film directed by Zakir Hossain Raju, who also wrote the story and screenplay, and produced by Mastex Production. The film stars Shakib Khan, Apu Biswas and Rumana. It was highly successful, critically and commercially. The film won seven National Film Awards including Best Actor and two Meril Prothom Alo Awards. Shakib Khan won his first Bangladesh National Film Awards for this film. Cast * Shakib Khan as Surjo Khan * Apu Biswas as Alo * Rumana Khan as Ojanta * Misha Sawdagor as Turjo Khan * Kazi Hayat * Khaleda Akter Kolpona * Ali Raj * Prabir Mitra * Arjumand Ara Bokul * Afzal Sharif * Chikon Ali * Kala Aziz * Md Zakir Hossain Dancer in Club Soundtrack The soundtrack of Bhalobaslei Ghor Bandha Jay Na was directed by Ali Akram Shuvo and composed by Sheikh Sadi Khan. Track listing Box office * The film was the 2nd highest-grossing ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Monpura
''Monpura'' ( bn, মনপুরা), is a 2009 Bangladeshi Bengali film, directed by Giasuddin Selim. The film was remade into Indian Bengali in 2010 as ''Achin Pakhi'', which was directed by Anjan Das. ''Monpura'' is a romantic tragedy film set in rural Bangladesh. The shooting took place in various locations, including Dhunat in Bogra, Kushtia and Dhaka. Chanchal Chowdhury plays the role of Shonai. Farhana Mili made her debut in the role of Pori, the daughter of a fisherman. The young couple are supported by veteran actors Mamunur Rashid and Fazlur Rahman Babu. As Selim's large-screen debut and contemporary-folk soundtrack were released ahead of screening which was an instant hit, it received a huge media hype even before its release. It saw a record amount of box collections in the first week of release. Its soundtrack album became one of the most popular in the country. ''Monpura'' is the highest-grossing Bangladeshi film of 2009 and the 7th highest-grossing film of time. Th ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Priya Amar Priya
''Priya Amar Priya'' () is a 2008 Bangladeshi action romantic comedy film. The film directed by Badiul Alam Khokon and produced by Monir Hossain under the banner of Asha Production. The story of the film is written and screenplay by Puri Jagannadh and the dialogue is written by Sachin Nag based on the pre-made film. It feature Shakib Khan and Sahara in the lead roles. Misha Sawdagor, Prabir Mitra, Rehana Jolly and Afzal Sharif played supporting roles in the film. The film is a remake of the 2002 Indian Kannada-language film '' Appu'', which was later remade in Telugu as ''Idiot'' (2002), in Tamil as '' Dum'' (2003) and in Bengali as ''Hero'' (2006). The film was released in Bangladesh on June 13, 2008. Shakib Khan won Meril-Prothom Alo Awards for Best Actor, Euro-CJFB Performance Awards and Channel I Performance Awards for his performance in the film. Plot Hridoy is the son of a Police head constable Rahmat Ali. Hridoy is a guy with a carefree attitude. He is beaten by ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Shakib Khan
Masud Rana ( bn, মাসুদ রানা), better known by the name Shakib Khan ( bn, শাকিব খান) born 28 March 1979) is a Bangladeshi actor, producer, occasional singer, film organiser, and media personality who works in Bengali films, both in Bangladesh and West Bengal. In his career spanning about two decades, Khan has been the propeller of the contemporary film industry Dhallywood. Currently he is the highest paid actor in Bangladesh. Following his debut in Sohanur Rahman Sohan's 1999 action romantic '' Ananta Bhalobasha'' (Eternal Love), Khan did not lead to widespread fame. Subsequently, Khan established himself as one of the most successful actors in Bengali cinema. The Badiul Alam Khokon-directed ''Priya Amar Priya'' (2008) in which Khan played a college student with careless attitude, was a major commercial success in his career. His '' Shikari''s new look garnered him praised from the audience and critics and was declared as a blockbuster at the bo ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Chanchal Chowdhury
Suchinta Chowdhury Chanchal ( bn, সুচিন্ত চৌধুরী চঞ্চল), known as Chanchal Chowdhury ( bn, চঞ্চল চৌধুরী), is a Bangladeshi actor. Critically acclaimed for his performances in ''Rupkothar Golpo'' (2006), ''Monpura'' (2009), ''Television'' (2012), '' Aynabaji'' (2016), '' Debi'' (2018) and ''Hawa'' (2022). He has received two Bangladesh National Film Awards for Best Actor and three Meril Prothom Alo Awards for Best Actor. A household name in Bangladesh, Chowdhury started his career in 1996 in the theaters of Bangladesh. He joined famous theaters such as Aranyak Natyadal and performed in stage plays like ''Prakritojoner Kotha'', ''Joyjoyonti'', ''Ora Kodom Ali'', ''Mayur Singhason'', ''Songkranti'', ''Rarang and Che-er Cycle''. Albeit a prolific actor in TV series and films, he appeared in six movies as of 2018. Early life Chowdhury was born and raised in a Hindu family in the village of Kamarhaat in Pabna, Bangladesh, on ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Hridoyer Kotha
''Hridoyer Kotha'' ( bn, হৃদয়ের কথা) is a Bangladeshi film released on 18 October 2006 directed by S.A. Haque Alik. Riaz produced the movie, the first time in his career. Notable songs in the film include "Valobasbo Bashbo Re" (Habib Wahid) and "Jay Din Jay Ekaki" ( S.I. Tutul). Cast * Riaz – Anik * Purnima – Adhora * Tushar Khan * Doli Johur – Adhora's mother * Dr. Ejaj – Porter * Nasrin * Mannan Shafiq * Moushumi * Sakib Akash Khan - Sagor Soundtrack The soundtrack for the film was conducted Alauddin Ali, with music directors Habib Wahid and S.I. Tutul. Habib Wahid has sung "Bhalobasabo Basabore Bondhu" and S.I. Tutul has sung "Jay Din Jay Ekaki". Track listing for the soundtrack is adapted from Apple Music and Google Play. Track listing Awards Meril Prothom Alo Awards * Public Choice Awards for Best Film Actor - Riaz * Public Choice Awards for Best Film Actress - Purnima * Public Choice Awards for Best Singer (Male) - Habib Wahid ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Molla Barir Bou
''Molla Barir Bou'' is a Bangladeshi Bengali-language film, directed by Bangladeshi famous television drama director-writer Salauddin Lavlu and written by famous actor-writer ATM Shamsuzzaman. Produced and distributed by Chhayachhando Chalochitra. Stars Moushumi, Riaz, Shabnur, ATM Shamsuzzaman, Pran Roy, Chitralekha Guho, Keramat Mawla, Khairul Alam Sabuj, Wahida Mollick Jolly, Masud Ali Khan and many more. ''Molla Barir Bou'' is a fully family drama based film. The film released was 2005 in all over Bangladesh. And gets a great popularity from all categories film viewers of Bangladesh. Also honor as gets won Lux-Channel I Performance Awards best director 2005. This film is selected for preservation in Bangladesh Film Archive. Plot The charming story of the film is picked up from village life of our country. The mischief of the so-called 'Molla' who has no knowledge except fanatic sentiments perturbed all. His home is the seat of an oppressive regime. Cast Crew * Direct ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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ATM Shamsuzzaman
Abu Taher Mohammad Shamsuzzaman ( bn, আবু তাহের মোহাম্মদ শামসুজ্জ়ামান; 10 September 1941 – 20 February 2021), better known as known as ATM Shamsuzzaman, was a Bangladeshi film and television actor, director and screen-playwright. He was awarded Ekushey Padak in 2015 by the Government of Bangladesh. He won Bangladesh National Film Awards five times for his roles in ''Dayee Ke?'' (1987), ''Madam Fuli'' (1999), '' Churiwala'' (2001), ''Mon Bosena Porar Table E'' (2009) and '' Chorabali'' (2012). Early life and career Shamsuzzaman was born into a Bengali Muslim family at his maternal home in Daulatpur, Noakhali on 10 September 1941. His ancestral paternal home is in Bholakot Boro Bari in Ramganj, Lakshmipur District. His father was Nuruzzaman, a wakil who worked with A. K. Fazlul Huq, and his mother was Nurunnisa Begum. Shamsuzzaman was the eldest child of a family of five sons and three sisters. His family moved to Dha ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bachelor (2004 Film)
Bachelor (alternative title Bachelor: The Circle, bn, ব্যাচেলর) is a 2004 Bangladeshi comedy-drama-romance film directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, in his feature directorial debut. It stars Humayun Faridi, Ahmed Rubel, Ferdous Ahmed, and Hasan Masood. The film was released on January 31, 2004, in Bangladesh. Aupee Karim's performance, in her feature film debut, won the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress. Cast Production Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and screenwriter Anisul Haque had previously collaborated on a number of television serials such as ''Ekannaborti''. Given a five-page synopsis by Farooki, Haque wrote approximately three drafts of the script, not counting minor revisions. Farooki cast several actors from ''Ekannaborti'', including Arman Parvez Murad, Aupee Karim, Moutushi, and Dilara Zaman. Journalist Hasan Masood was hired despite having no previous acting experience. In addition to Masood, ''Bachelor'' was the feature film debut of Mu ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Ferdous Ahmed
Ferdous Ahmed (born 7 June 1974), known mononymously as Ferdous, is a Bangladeshi film actor and producer. He acts in Bangladesh and Indian Bengali films. He won Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor 5 times for his roles in the films ''Hothat Brishti'' (1998), ''Gangajatra'' (2009), ''Kusum Kusum Prem'' (2011), ''Ek Cup Cha'' (2014) and '' Putro'' (2018). Career Actor Ahmed was introduced in the film industry by choreographer Amir Hossain Babu. He debuted in the film ''Hothat Brishti'' (1998), directed by Basu Chatterjee. He won his first Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor for the lead role in the film. He then acted Chatterjee's two other films – ''Chupi Chupi'' (2001) and ''Tak Jhal Mishti'' (2002). In 2003, he performed in ''Chandrokotha'' of filmmaker Humayun Ahmed and ''Kal Shokale'' of Amjad Hossain. He then acted in ''Bachelor'' (2004), directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and ''Meher Nigar'' – the first film that is made from the writing of nationa ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |