BFAA Election 2024-26

Dipjol to begin duties as BFAA general secretary

The newly elected BFAA general secretary had filed a petition with the chamber court of the Appellate Division seeking the removal of the legal impediments preventing him from performing his duties. In response to his application, the court has ruled that there are no longer any barriers to him taking up his responsibilities.

Dipjol's BFAA election victory halted by High Court order

Responding to Nipun’s writ petition placed on Nipun’s behalf by her legal representative Advocate Polash Chandra Roy on May 15, the High Court has suspended the declaration of Dipjol as the winner for the General Secretary position in the Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association election for the 2024-26 term today (May 20).

If Nipun were educated, she wouldn't call a fellow artiste illiterate: Misha Sawdagar

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, the current president of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association, Misha Sawdagar, shared his thoughts on the situation. He emphasised the importance of tolerance among artistes, stating, "Every artiste needs to be tolerant and compassionate."

Nipun is either mentally unstable or influenced: Zayed Khan

Recently, Zayed Khan addressed some issues in detail with The Daily Star in an exclusive interview. The actor also shed light on regaining his membership, his feud with fellow artiste Nipun, his love life, marriage, and his current showbiz projects.

‘Artistes should not stoop so low’: Zayed Khan on Nipun’s writ petition

Two years ago, when she contested against actor Zayed Khan, expressing dissatisfaction with the election proceedings, she went to court and won the case against Zayed.

Nipun sets record straight on challenging BFAA election outcome in new statement

The writ seeks to halt the freshly appointed committee led by the Misha Sawdagar and Monowar Hossain Dipjol panel, who emerged victorious in the BFAA election held on April 19. On Wednesday, May 15, the writ application was submitted to the High Court bench comprising justices Naima Haider and Kazi Jinat Haque.

Nipun challenges BFAA election results with high court writ petition

After the announcement of the results, Nipun gracefully accepted the newly elected president and general secretary. However, her sudden move seeking the annulment of the current committee sparks further controversy and confusion regarding her stance.

Journos issue 24-hour ultimatum to Artistes' Association over FDC brawl

Journalists invited to cover the event were present when unexpected violence erupted among certain members of the executive committee, general attendees, and journalists.

Artistes have shown love, and I will reciprocate that love: Misha Sawdagar

Misha Sawdagar has been elected president of the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association for the third consecutive time, defeating veteran actor Mahmud Koli. Monowar Hossain Dipjol secured the position of general secretary.

April 19, 2024
April 19, 2024

Artistes’ Association election progresses amid tight security

Previous elections had sparked endless debates and criticisms. This time, however, there's a visible increase in security and preparedness.

April 19, 2024
April 19, 2024

Lights, camera, vote: Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association sets stage for 2024-26 election

The Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association (BFAA) is poised for its biennial election today, with 571 voters set to cast their ballots. Amongst them, 50 are new voters, reflecting a potential shift in the association's dynamics. This follows the landmark decision in the previous election where the Ilias Kanchan-Nipun Akter panel secured victory and reinstated voting rights to 103 previously excluded artistes, signaling winds of change within the association.

April 18, 2024
April 18, 2024

I am one hundred percent optimistic about victory: Misha Sawdagar

Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association (BFAA) election is scheduled to take place tomorrow, where two influential panels are competing for leadership for its 2024-26 session.

April 16, 2024
April 16, 2024

BFAA election campaign in full swing as voting day approaches

The two rival panels in the Artistes’ Association election are led by Misha Sawdagar and Monowar Hossain Dipjol; and Nipun Akter and veteran actor Mahmud Koli.

March 17, 2024
March 17, 2024

Film Artistes Association: Mahmud Koli joins Nipun's panel as president for upcoming election

In anticipation of the upcoming election for the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association (BFAA) slated for April 27, the process of forming the interim panel has commenced. After much deliberation and search, BFAA General Secretary Nipun Akter has successfully secured Mahmud Koli, an icon from the golden era of cinema, as the president of the new panel.

March 17, 2024
March 17, 2024

Nipun Akter refutes Sucharita's allegations over BFAA membership cancellation

Adding to the ongoing feud, veteran actress Sucharita has recently alleged that former president and general secretary Ilias Kanchan and Nipun Akter, respectively, have suspended her and actor Masum Parvez Rubel's BFAA membership.

March 12, 2024
March 12, 2024

Misha questions Film Artistes' Association election delay

Misha Sawdagor, a former president of the association and a contestant in the upcoming election, has sent a letter to the Election Commission expressing his concerns about the rescheduled date.

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