Farooque

Akbar Hossain Pathan[3] (born 18 August 1951), known by the stage name Farooque, is a Bangladeshi actor, politician, businessman, producer, member of parliament and a freedom fighter.[4] He is known as 'mia vhai'(respected brother) to mass people. [5] He appeared in over 150 films in a career spanning more than five decades.[6] Most of his films were commercially and critically successful. [7] Farooque is one of the most recognizable star of the classical and golden era of Bangladeshi film industry.[8][9]

Farooque
Farooque in 2018
Born
Akbar Hossain Pathan

(1951-08-18) 18 August 1951[1]
Dhaka, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan
NationalityBangladeshi
Other namesMia Bhai, Dulu
OccupationActor, politician
Years active1971–1993[2]
Member of Jatiya Sangsad - Dhaka-17
Assumed office
7 January 2019
Preceded bySM Abul Kalam Azad
Personal details
Political partyBangladesh Awami League

He was the first awardee of the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Lathial in 1975 which he declined.[10][2][11][12][13][14] In addition, he was awarded the Bangladesh National Film Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2016.[15] As one of the most dominant actors in the Bangladeshi movie scene during the 1970s, 1980s and early 1990s, Farooque is widely considered as one of the greatest and influential actors in the history of Bangladeshi cinema. [16] He is critically acclaimed as one of the finest actors of Bangladesh.[17]

During Operation Searchlight, 25th march 1971, he participated in the very first resistance of the liberation war in malitola, Old Dhaka as second in command of their own guerrilla force commanded by 'Nader Gunda'.[18][19] Later, Farooque succeeded as commander and continued the fighting.[20]

He is a ruling Awami League member of Parliament(MP) for Dhaka-17 since 2018 Bangladeshi general election.[21][22][23]

Early life

Farooque's hometown is in Kaliganj Upazila, Gazipur.[24] Farooque was born and raised in Old Dhaka. His father was a medical doctor. [25]

He was associated with the politics in Six point movement in 1966.[26] 37 cases were filed against him by Pakistani military junta for participating in six point movement.[27]

He was a freedom fighter at the 1971 Liberation War.[28] In liberation war, he was closely associated with and fought alongside guerrilla legend 'Nader Gunda' as second in command. [29] During Operation Searchlight, 25th march 1971, he participated in the very first resistance of the liberation war in malitola, Old Dhaka as second in command of their own guerrilla force commanded by 'Nader Gunda'.[30] After killing of 'Nader Gunda' by Pakistani forces, Farooque succeeded as commander and continued the fighting.[31]

Career

Farooque started his career in silver screen through the film Jolchobi in 1971.[1] This brave veteran and multiple award-winning actor has contributed enormously to shape the Golden Era of the Bangladeshi film industry. Golapi Ekhon Traine, Lathial, Abar Tora Manush Ho, Mia Bhai, Sareng Bou,Padma Meghna Jamuna, Ekhono Onek Raat....; the list of his milestone works continues to adorn his career. [32] Though he shared screen with every leading actress of his time, most of Farooque's works were associated with the actresses Bobita, Rozina and Kabori. [33] [34]

Most of his films were in village settings, though he is recognized as a versatile actor. He established himself as the most popular protagonist in village setting films. Most of his films were massive hits.[35] [36]

He produced more than a dozen of films through his production company FP Films. Farooque was one of the founder of Film Artist Association and incumbent president of Bangobandhu Sangskritik Jot.[37]

Farooque is also a businessman except his acting career. He is the managing director of Farooque Kniting and Dying Manufacturing Company situated in Kaliakoir, Gazipur.[38]

As a political activist, Farooque is associated with Bangladesh Awami League politics since 1966. He was elected to Parliament from Dhaka-17 as a candidate of Bangladesh Awami League on 30 December 2018.[39][40]

Personal life

Farooque married Farjana Hossain.[41] They have a daughter, Fariha Tabassum Hossain, and a son, Rowshon Hossain.[42]

Filmography

List is not complete.

YearFilmDirectorRoleCo-starsNotes
1971JolchhobiH. AkbarKabori Sarwardebut film released on March 22, 1971[38]
1973Abar Tora Manush HoKhan Ataur RahmanBobita
1974Alor MichilNarayan Ghosh MitaRazzak, Bobita
1975LathialNarayan Ghosh MitaAnwar Hossain, Bobitawon Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor
Sujon SokhiChashi Nazrul IslamSujonKabori Sarwarscreened at cinema halls over six months[2]
1976Surjogrohon
NoyonmoniAmjad HossainNoyonBobita
1978Golapi Ekhon TraineAmjad HossainBobita, Anwar Hossainbased on the novel of Amjad Hossain titled "Droupodi Ekhon Traine"
Sareng BouAbdullah al MamunSarengKabori Sarwarbased on the novel of Shahidullah Kaiser's same title[43]
1979Surjo SongramAbdus SamadBobita
1980Sokhi Tumi KarAbdullah al MamunShabana
1985Shimul ParulDelowar Jahan JhontuShimulSunetra
1987Mia BhaiChashi Nazrul Islam
1990PalkiDelowar Jahan JhontuSunetra
1991Padma Meghna JamunaChashi Nazrul IslamBobita
1996Jibon SongsarBobita, Salman Shah, Shabnur
1997Ekhono Onek RaatKhan Ataur RahmanBobita
2006Ghorer LokkhiAzadi Hasnat FirozSuchoritaLast film[41]

Awards

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