How acting made Pritom Hasan a better musician

While the internet continues to obsess over Pritom Hasan's latest release "Shoroter Shesh Thekey" being a prequel to "Morey Jak", both superlative outings by the singer-turned-actor, his entourage continues to plan the definitive ending to what Pritom revealed to be a trilogy.

Both of the songs were conceptualized and executed by Team Pritom – a robust group of talented artistes that now act as the think-tank for Pritom Hasan's unorthodox ideas. "A lot of questions will be answered in the last chapter," says the singer. "I am indebted to team Pritom – Leo, Ashik, Noodles, Mango and Clever, for their outstanding work."

Neither of the aforementioned names are, however, their real ones. "These people actually have full-time jobs, which might be imperilled if their employers find out they've been working with me," laughs Pritom.  "I'd like to thank Affan Aziz Pritul, Parbot Raihan, Kawsar Hamid Sharot, Waliun Nabi and Titu for their work as well.

Pritom Hasan has come a long way since he tinkered with his theatrical skills in Nuhash Humayun's "700 Taka", opposite Sabila Nur. Since then, he has starred in "Wedding Bells," "Close-up Kache Ashar Golpo" and "WTFry", among many projects, earning accolades for his breakthrough performance in Adnan Al Rajeev's "YouTumor" in 2021.

Pritom's best acting performance, however, was picturised in his own song, "Bhenge Porona Ebhabe" in 2020.

He recently starred in a much-talked about role in Nuhash Humayun's "Pett Kata Shaw". "I feel privileged to have worked alongside some of the most talented directors of this generation – Adnan Al Rajeev, Taneem Rahman Angshu, Piplu R Khan, Anam Biswas and of course, Nuhash," says the composer.

Through working in many TVCs, web series and many music videos, Pritom has learned how to better pace himself in front of the camera, which helps him as a musician as well. "Expression is a vital aspect of both music and acting, and having accustomed myself in front of the camera, I now know how to operate better in the studio as well," he says.

Pritom, having started his career in his early 20's, has always been measured in his approach – having a profound understanding of metrics, and more often than not, having a gameplan.

Whether it be a supernatural entity in "Khoka" or a hapless lover in "700 Taka" the awareness in front of the camera has visibly improved his articulation and command. Since he, as an artiste, calculates the visuals, concept and overall message of any project that he takes on, Pritom Hasan's end product has greatly improved -- that much is clear to not just a keen eye, but anyone who has been following his career.

"I'll be honest, the fact that we could do a prequel, at least my concept of it, was unlikely," says the artiste. "When I was talking to Asif bhai (Asif Iqbal, Gaanchill Music), he said that it was a tremendous idea, but it would be near-impossible to accomplish it without a massive budget," he said. 

If it was not for the absolute roadmap -- the courage to book a large portion of a resort like Bhawal, and a pretty good idea of the final outcome, "Shoroter Shesh Thekey" might not have been possible at all.

What is next for the musician? "A lot is, but you'll just have to wait to find out," he pauses, as if to ponder on infinite possibilities.

As for the third instalment and actual sequel of "Morey Jak", it is best left to Team Pritom to deliver something special again.