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Apu Biswas
অপু বিশ্বাস
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Biswas in 2018
Born
Avanti Biswas

(1989-10-11) 11 October 1989 (age 35)
Bogra, Bangladesh
Occupation
  • Model
  • actress
Years active 2005–present
Spouse(s)
(m. 2008; div. 2018)
Children 1

Apu Biswas (born October 11, 1989) is a famous Bangladeshi film actress and model. She is one of the most popular stars in the Bangladeshi film industry, often called "Dhallywood."

Apu became a top actress after starring in blockbuster movies like Koti Takar Kabin and Chachchu. Her on-screen partnership with actor Shakib Khan was very successful, and they became one of the most famous couples in Dhallywood cinema. Together, they starred in over 75 films. Her success continued with hit films like Number One Shakib Khan and Bhalobaslei Ghor Bandha Jay Na.

Early Life and Background

Apu Biswas was born in Bogra, Bangladesh. Her birth name is Avanti Biswas. Her father was Upendronath Bishwas, and her mother was Shefali Bishwas. Apu is the youngest of four children, with two older sisters and one older brother.

Career Highlights

Apu began her acting career in 2006 with the film Kal Shokale. That same year, she got her big break with the lead role in Koti Takar Kabin. This movie was a huge success and made her a star.

Over the years, she has played many different characters. In 2013, she played the role of Parvati in a Bangladeshi version of the classic story Devdas. She also starred in the action movie My Name Is Khan that same year.

Personal Life

In 2008, Apu Biswas married actor Shakib Khan. They have a son named Abraam Khan Joy, who was born in 2016. For many years, they kept their marriage a secret from the public. In 2017, Apu shared the news about their marriage and their son during a television interview.

Apu and Shakib’s marriage ended in divorce in 2018.

There has been public discussion about Apu's religion. After her marriage, it was believed she had converted to Islam. However, in a 2025 interview, Apu stated that she had always remained a follower of Hinduism. She explained that she had previously said she converted for family reasons. This caused some debate, and some people in the media commented on her changing statements.

Popular Films

Apu Biswas has starred in dozens of movies. Here are some of her most well-known films:

  • Kaal Sokale (2005) - Her first film.
  • Koti Takar Kabin (2006) - Her first lead role and a major hit.
  • Chachchu (2006)
  • Dadima (2006)
  • Swamir Songshar (2007)
  • Mone Prane Acho Tumi (2008)
  • Number One Shakib Khan (2010)
  • Bhalobaslei Ghor Bandha Jay Na (2010)
  • King Khan (2011)
  • Devdas (2013)
  • Hero: The Superstar (2014)
  • Rajneeti (2017)
  • Lal Shari (2023) - She was also a producer for this film.
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