Staff Reporter
Published: 10:43, 15 May 2023
Legendary actor Farooque no more
Legendary actor and Member of Parliament, Akbar Hossain Pathan (Farooque) passed away earlier today. The news of his death was confirmed by his son, Shorot, who said, "My father passed away around 8:30 am today. Please pray for his departed soul."
The actor turned politician was undergoing treatment at a hospital in Singapore for nearly two years.
Farooque made his claim to fame on the big screen through "Jolchhobi", directed by H Akbar. His acting prowess would eventually earn him the National Film Award for 'Best Supporting Actor' in 1975. Later, in 2016, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Some of Farooque's most notable and memorable films include "Sareng Bou", "Lathial", "Sujon Sokhi", "Noyonmoni", "Golapi Ekhon Traine", and many more.
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