Published on 03:17 PM, September 12, 2023

Zayed Khan's transforms into Tikka Khan in 'Mujib' biopic

The much-anticipated biopic, "Mujib: The Making of a Nation", portraying the life of the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, is a collaborative production between the governments of Bangladesh and India. In this film, popular actor Zayed Khan plays the role of Tikka Khan. Recently, the look of Zayed Khan as Tikka Khan was released and caught the attention of the audience. 

Zayed Khan expressed his excitement about being part of this monumental project. He said, "I had the privilege of portraying the character of Tikka Khan in the 'Mujib' biopic. This project is a dream come true for me, and being a part of such a significant endeavour brings me immense joy."

The highly-anticipated film is directed by eminent Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal. The screenplay has been written by Shama Zaidi and Atul Tiwari, and the film features Nitish Roy as the art director in charge and Shyam Benegal's daughter Pia Benegal as the costume director.

The movie stars Arifin Shuvoo as Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Nusrat Imrose Tisha as Sheikh Fazilatunnessa Mujib; Nusraat Faria Mazhar as Sheikh Hasina; Riaz Ahmed as Tajuddin Ahmed, and Elina Shammi as Begum Khaleda Zia, among others.