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Meher Afroz Shaon
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Shaon in 2018
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| Born | 12 October 1981 |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Alma mater | University of Asia Pacific |
| Occupation | Director, actress, singer, dancer |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Children | Nishad Humayun Ninit Humayun |
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Meher Afroz Shaon, born on October 12, 1981, is a talented Bangladeshi actress, director, dancer, and singer. She is known for her amazing work in films and TV shows. Shaon even won a special award, the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer, for her singing in the movie Krishnopokkho in 2016. She was married to the famous writer and director Humayun Ahmed.
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Early Life and Education
Meher Afroz Shaon was born to Mohammad Ali, an engineer, and Tahura Ali. Her mother, Tahura Ali, was a member of the Bangladesh Parliament. This means her mother helped make important decisions for the country.
Shaon went to Viqarunnisa Noon School and College and BAF Shaheen College Dhaka. She completed her high school studies in 1996 and 1998. Later, she studied at the University of Asia Pacific. In 2008, she earned a degree in Architecture.
Career Highlights
Shaon started her acting journey very early. She was a child artist for Bangladesh Television (BTV). Her first TV drama was Swadhinota Amar Swadhinota in 1988.
In 1991, she began working with the well-known director Humayun Ahmed on a drama called Jononee. She also appeared in popular TV series like Nokkhotrer Raat in 1996 and Aaj Robibar in 1999. The same year, she starred in the film Srabon Megher Din, directed by Humayun Ahmed.
Besides acting, Shaon has also directed many TV dramas and films. She even writes scripts for movies.
Personal Life
Shaon was married to Humayun Ahmed from 2004 until his passing in 2012. They have two sons named Nishad Humayun and Ninith Humayun.
Works
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Director |
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| 1999 | Srabon Megher Din | Kusum | Humayun Ahmed |
| 2001 | Dui Duari | Toru | Humayun Ahmed |
| 2003 | Chandrokotha | Chandra | Humayun Ahmed |
| 2004 | Shyamol Chhaya | Ashalata | Humayun Ahmed |
| 2008 | Amar Ache Jol | Nishat | Humayun Ahmed |
Television Dramas
As an Actress
| Year | Title | Playwright and director | Channel |
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| 1988 | Swadhinota Amar Swadhinota | BTV | |
| 1989 | Shuprobhat Dhaka | BTV | |
| 1990 | Khowar | BTV | |
| 1991 | Jononee | BTV | |
| 1992 | Khadok | BTV | |
| 1993 | Mohor Ali | BTV | |
| 1995 | Nokkhotrer Raat | Humayun Ahmed | BTV |
| 1995 | Onyoprishtha | BTV | |
| 1997 | Sabuj Shathi | Humayun Ahmed | BTV |
| 1998 | Jonok | BTV | |
| 1998 | Sabuj Chhaya | Humayun Ahmed | BTV |
| 1999 | Aaj Robibar | Humayun Ahmed and Monir Hossain Jibon | BTV |
| 2004 | Urey Jay Bok Pokkhi | Humayun Ahmed | NTV |
As a Director
| Year | Title | Playwright | Channel |
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| 2009 | Noya Riksha | ||
| 2011 | Shopno o Shopnobhongo | Humayun Ahmed | Channel i |
| 2014 | Everest Joy | Chowdhury Khaekuzzaman | |
| 2014 | Osomoye | Chowdhury Khaekuzzaman | |
| 2014 | Bibhrom | Humayun Ahmed | Channel i |
| 2016 | Krishnopokkho | Meher Afroz Shaon |
Shaon has also written scripts for movies. As of March 2018, she was working on scripts for Gouripur Junction and Nokkhotrer Raat.
Television Host
- Meghe Dhaka Tara on Maasranga Television
Discography
Solo Songs
- Na Manushi Bone
- Ilshe Guri (Single)
Duet Songs
- Je Thake Akhi Pollobe
- Juboti Radhey (Single)
Film Soundtracks
Shaon has sung for many film soundtracks, including:
- Srabon Megher Din
- Dui Duari
- Chandrokotha
- Shyamol Chhaya
- Noy Number Bipod Sanket
- Amar Ache Jol
- Krishnopokkho
- Pita
