“Eid means joy, and I want to share that joy with my family,” Badhan tells The Daily Star, her voice filled with warmth and anticipation. For her, this Eid will be extra special as her daughter will be by her side, filling their home with the same excitement Badhan once felt during her own childhood celebrations.
Renowned actress Azmeri Haque Badhan, celebrated for her stellar performances in films and web series, will no longer be a part of Lamia Chowdhury's highly anticipated film, “Meyeder Golpo.”
Renowned actors Ilias Kanchan and Azmeri Haque Badhan have been appointed as members of two different jury boards for the 23rd edition of the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) next year.
Azmeri Haque Badhan, known for her powerful portrayals of female characters such as Rehana in “Rehana Maryam Noor” and Sultana in “Guti”, is an active advocate for women's rights.
The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.
The actress is celebrating her 41st birthday today and spoke with The Daily Star about her celebration and upcoming projects.
The march is scheduled for Friday (August 30) at 11:59 pm, starting from Shahbagh and proceeding toward the National Parliament. Badhan urges widespread participation, stating, “I’m going. I urge everyone to join. The more people that come, the bigger this movement will become.”
With the country now submerged in one of the worst floods in recent memory, Badhan is once again stepping up to support those in need. She is not only trying to assist flood victims personally but is also encouraging others to join her in this humanitarian effort. In a recent public appeal, the “Rehana Maryam Noor” actress urged everyone to donate clothing, especially dry clothes, which are urgently needed by those who have lost their homes and belongings in the floodwaters.
In a joint statement, the assembled artistes addressed the recent turmoil, saying, "We have taken down the dictator through a bloody mass uprising led by the students of our country. We deeply remember the martyred who were brutally killed by Sheikh Hasina's regime. It's very unfortunate that we are yet to get the identification of many and have a confirmed number of the people who have lost their lives."
Noted actress Tamalika Karmaker might reside in the US but her heart lies with her close fraternity members in showbiz. She is always vocal about supporting Bangladeshi movies and artistes despite choosing to stay away from the limelight.
“Khufiya” was released on Netflix on October 5. Above all else, Bangladesh’s own Azmeri Haque Badhan’s and Tabu’s chemistry became the focal point of the film. The tension-filled interactions between Octopus and KM culminated in an atmosphere that could be cut through with a blunt butter knife.
Badhan made her Bollywood debut with Vishal Bhardwaj “Khufiya” The film was released on Netflix on October 5. It stars Bollywood star Tabu in the lead role. And Badhan shared screen space with her.
Written, directed, and produced by Vishal Bhardwaj, Khufiya is a Netflix original neo-noir based on Amar Bhushan’s spy thriller, Escape to Nowhere. Among the names of prominent Bollywood bigwigs such as Tabu, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Ali Fazal is the name of Bangladesh’s very own, Azmeri Haque Badhan.
Remember Azmeri Haque Badhan starrer Hoichoi series "Robidranath Ekhane Kokhono Khete Asenni"? In that series, Badhan played the character of the mysterious Muskan Juberi, who was in the 1972 plane crash in the Andes, that forced survivors to take extreme measures, including cannibalism.
Even with the busy schedule, they didn't forget to update their fans and followers about how they are making their occasion special and showcasing their gorgeous outfits complementing the festive mood.
“This Eid will be really special for our family, as we have been blessed with a little bundle of joy ‘Azma Haque’, my eldest brother’s daughter, who came into our lives on March 12,” said National Award winner Badhan to The Daily Star.
To be even more specific, the stream of female led films have been sparse, from the time of independence to the booming era of the mid-2000s.
Shankha Dasgupta is the genius behind Guti, and anyone who has followed his work over the years knows precisely how exceptional he is. The much-anticipated show, Guti, came out on Chorki in January, leaving the viewers binging.
Prominent actress Azmeri Haque Badhan has recently been honoured with the National Film Award in the ‘Best Actress’ category for “Rehana Maryam Noor”. Alongside this prestigious achievement, Badhan has also been showered with international awards including, ‘Best Actress’ in both Valencia International Film Festival and the Asia Pacific Screen Awards in Australia. Sitting down with The Daily Star, Badhan shared her feelings about this monumental achievement.
