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Meher Afroz Shaon
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Shaon in 2018
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| Born | 12 October 1981 Chittagong District, Bangladesh
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| Alma mater | University of Asia Pacific |
| Occupation | Director, actress, singer, dancer |
| Years active | 1988–present |
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| Children | 2 |
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Meher Afroz Shaon (born October 12, 1981) is a talented Bangladeshi actress, director, dancer, and singer. She is well-known for her work in films and television. Shaon 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 in Bangladesh. Her father, Mohammad Ali, was an engineer. Her mother, Tahura Ali, was a member of parliament. This means her mother helped make important decisions for the country.
Shaon went to Viqarunnisa Noon School and College. She finished her high school studies in 1996 and 1998. She also studied at BAF Shaheen College Dhaka. Later, she went to the University of Asia Pacific. In 2008, she earned a degree in Architecture. Her family also has a country home in Narundi, which is in the Jamalpur District.
Career Highlights
Shaon started her acting career at a young age. In 1988, she appeared in a drama called Swadhinota Amar Swadhinota on Bangladesh Television (BTV). She became an official artist for BTV.
In 1991, she began working with the famous writer and director Humayun Ahmed. She acted in his drama Jononee. She also appeared in popular TV series like Nokkhotrer Raat in 1996 and Aaj Robibar in 1999. In the same year, she acted in the film Srabon Megher Din, which was directed by Humayun Ahmed.
Personal Life
Meher Afroz Shaon was married to Humayun Ahmed. They were married from 2004 until his passing in 2012. Shaon has two sons. Their names are Nishad Humayun and Ninith Humayun.
Creative Works
Films as an Actress
Shaon has acted in several films, many of which were directed by Humayun Ahmed.
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1999 | Srabon Megher Din | Kusum |
| 2001 | Dui Duari | Toru |
| 2003 | Chandrokotha | Chandra |
| 2004 | Shyamol Chhaya | Ashalata |
| 2008 | Amar Ache Jol | Nishat |
Television Dramas as an Actress
She has also appeared in many television dramas.
| Year | Title | 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 | BTV |
| 1995 | Onyoprishtha | BTV |
| 1997 | Sabuj Shathi | BTV |
| 1998 | Jonok | BTV |
| 1998 | Sabuj Chhaya | BTV |
| 1999 | Aaj Robibar | BTV |
| 2004 | Urey Jay Bok Pokkhi | NTV |
Directing Work
Meher Afroz Shaon has also directed several television dramas and one feature film.
| Year | Title | Notes |
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| 2009 | Noya Riksha | TV drama, aired on Eid-Ul-Fitr |
| 2011 | Shopno o Shopnobhongo | TV play, aired on Pahela Boishakh |
| 2014 | Everest Joy | Aired on Eid-Ul-Fitr |
| 2014 | Osomoye | Aired on Eid-Ul-Fitr |
| 2014 | Bibhrom | TV play, aired on Eid-Ul-Adha |
| 2016 | Krishnopokkho | Her only feature film as a director |
Besides directing, Shaon has also started writing scripts for movies. As of March 2018, she was working on scripts for Gouripur Junction and Nokkhotrer Raat.
Television Host
Shaon has also been a television host. She hosted a show called Meghe Dhaka Tara on Maasranga Television.
Music and Singing
Shaon is also a talented singer. She has released solo songs and duets. She has also sung for many film soundtracks.
Solo Songs
- Na Manushi Bone
- Ilshe Guri
Duet Songs
- Je Thake Akhi Pollobe
- Juboti Radhey
Film Soundtracks
- Srabon Megher Din
- Dui Duari
- Chandrokotha
- Shyamol Chhaya
- Noy Number Bipod Sanket
- Amar Ache Jol
- Krishnopokkho
- Pita
