This year, the iconic series is back with an exciting new chapter. Titled “Chotokaku Chapter Two”, the latest instalment has been produced as a web-film, though discussions are ongoing about releasing it as a series, promising fans an even bigger and more cinematic experience.
Both Afzal and Mou are optimistic about the drama and have invited viewers to enjoy it after its broadcast. The drama has been produced under the banner of Rangan Music and will be available on their YouTube channel during the upcoming Eid.
The Bengali letter ‘Pett Kata Shaw’ translates to the ‘Split-Bellied Shaw.’ Despite its actual pronunciation being ‘Murdhanya-Sha,’ this quirky nickname is more widely used. Much like this letter’s unusual moniker, Bangladesh is home to a treasure trove of chilling folklore that leaves listeners with goosebumps.
Afzal Hossain is a man of many talents—writer, ad filmmaker, painter, and drama director—but above all, he is celebrated as an actor. From the stage to television and cinema, his powerful performances have captivated audiences for decades. His recent foray into web series, with standout roles in “Ladies & Gentlemen,” “Karagar,” “Pet Kata Shaw,” and “Bodh,” has marked him as a versatile and beloved actor.
Composed and performed by Tanvir Tareq, the song is derived from Afzal Hossain's celebrated poetry collection, "Amra Dhulokonar Amra Adarsholipir".
Evergreen actor Afzal Hossain has been enjoying a delightful stay in the United States with his family. The star has been spotted spending quality time with his wife and children. During his stay in America, the actor took the opportunity to catch a Bangladeshi film at the theatre, and it was none other than the "Deyaler Desh".
Renowned filmmaker Syed Salahuddin Zaki passed away earlier this year on January 24. Several weeks after his death, his directorial project "Oporajeo Eka" is now scheduled to be released posthumously.
Asaduzzaman Noor, who is most known for his performances on television and stage, has lent his voice to renowned poet Abu Zafar Obaidullah’s “Kono Ek Make” for the film. The iconic poem was recorded in a studio in the capital on Saturday (March 23).
"Manikganj er Manik Palace”, based on the famous “Choto Kaku” series by renowned author Faridur Reza Sagar, has recently been screened at the 10th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival. The film was part of the "Cinema of the World" section and was directed by actor-producer Afzal Hossain.
Renowned actor Afzal Hossain, a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, has recently commemorated a significant milestone in his personal life. Having completed an impressive three decades of marriage, Afzal Hossain and his wife, Tajin Halim Mona, have shared a journey of love, companionship, and mutual support spanning over 32 years.
The crime-thriller story is based on true events. Tasnia Farin will be seen playing the role of Afzal's daughter in the project, which also features Khairul Basar in a pivotal role.
To him, birthdays are not special, rather he enjoys every day of his life. “I enjoy every bit of my life; each day is equally important to me. Director Afzal Hossain’s project “Mawa Theke Hawa” was aired this Eid-ul-Azha. Besides acting in another series, “Chhoto Kaku”, he has been acting in this fiction as well.
Renowned actor Afzal Hossain is set to captivate audiences on five different platforms for three consecutive days of Eid. It is revealed that the online content platform "Kolahol" will be releasing a long interview with Afzal Hossain, spanning approximately two and a half hours.
OTT platforms have taken the Bangladeshi entertainment industry by storm, redefining how stories are told and experienced. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, these digital platforms emerged as beacons of creative freedom, offering an expansive universe of borderless content and thematic diversity. Even veteran actors, who had long thrived on traditional mediums like television and cinema, found a new avenue to showcase their talent and delve into uncharted narratives.
On Sunday, renowned actor Afzal Hossain was honoured at Kolkata's 20th Tele Cine Awards with the Lifetime Achievement award. The glamourous event took place at Nazrul Mancha, where artistes from both Kolkata and Bangladesh gathered around to celebrate the big names of showbiz.
The interior of Kala Kendra holds Tamima’s surreal artworks. Being asked about ‘dualmonism’, Tamima said that it is the art philosophy of Salim Al Deen where an idea or a concept can be expressed through several art forms; just like Dhaka Theater actors performed “Prachya” brilliantly, she attempted to depict the play through her paintings.
The two celebrities were last seen together in Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s “Vocatta”, which was released back in 1999.
Aside from his work on television, Afzal Hossain has also worked in theatre, as a painter and also as a director.
In this film, renowned Ekushey Padak winning actor Afzal Hossain will be pairing up with Deepa Khandakar for the first time. They will play the roles of husband and wife.
