Humayun Faridi
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Humayun Kamrul Islam, better known as Humayun Faridi (Bengali: হুমায়ুন ফরীদি, romanized: Humayon Foridi; 29 May 1952 – 13 February 2012) was a Bangladeshi actor.[2] He worked in television dramas, movies and theatre plays. He won the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor for his lead role in the film Matritto (2004).[3] He was awarded Ekushey Padak posthumously in 2018 by the Government of Bangladesh.[4]
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Early life and education
[edit]Faridi was born in Narinda, Dhaka, on 29 May 1952, to ATM Nurul Islam and Begum Farida Islam. He was the second among five siblings. Pinu was one of his sisters.[5] In 1968, he passed the SSC exam from Islamia Government High School, and in 1970, he passed the HSC from Chandpur Government College.[3] In the same year, he entered the University of Dhaka to study organic chemistry. However, due to the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971, it became impossible to continue his studies, and he subsequently took part as a freedom fighter in the war. Later he was admitted to Jahangirnagar University to study economics and became a close associate of dramatist Selim Al-Deen.[6]
Career
[edit]Faridi was discovered by dramatist Nasiruddin Yousuff, who went to serve as a judge at Jahangirnagar University, where a play written, directed and acted by Faridi was staged.[7] Faridi was one of the principal organizers of the 1976 Drama Festival of Jahangirnagar University. He joined as a member of the Dhaka Theatre. In 1978, he debuted his theater acting career in the Shakuntala rendition by Selim Al-Deen, playing the character Tokkhok. After that, he performed in Phoni Monsha in 1980, Kirtankhola as Chaya Ranjan in 1981, and Keramat Mangal as Keramat in 1985.[5] Faridi's last theatre acting was in the mid-1990s in a play called Bhut.[5]
Faridi debuted in the television dramas through his performance in Nil Nakshar Shandaney in 1982.[8] He went on to act in Bhangorer Shobdo Shuni, Songsoptok (1987–88), Pathar Shomoy (1989), Dui Bhai (1990), Shiter Pakhi (1991), Kothao Keu Nei (1992–93), Shomudrey Gangchil (1993), Kachher Manush, and Doll's House (2007–08).[9]
Faridi debuted his film acting career in the film Din-Mojur directed by Shahidul Islam Khokon.[7] He appeared with Shakib Khan in his third film Ajker Dapot in 1999.[10] He went on to act in Shantrash, Top Rongbaz and Bish Daat.[7]
Personal life
[edit]In 1980, Faridi married Nazmun Ara Begum Minu. They had one daughter – Shararat Islam Devjani. The couple got divorced after four years. He was then married to the actress Suborna Mustafa until 2008.[9]
Death
[edit]Faridi died on 13 February 2012 at his residence.[3] He was suffering from chronic lung disease.
Works
[edit]Film
[edit]- Onek Diner Asha (1964)
- Alo Amar Alo (1971)
- Dahan (1985) - Munir
- Suchona (1988) - Akkel Ali
- Shontrash (1991) - Julmot Ali Khan
- Top Rangbaaz (1991)
- Utthan Poton (1992)
- Beporoa (1992)
- Sotorko Shoitan (1993)
- Banglar Bodhu (1993) - Abul
- Ekattorer Jishu (1993) - Desmond, the caretaker
- Anutopto (1993)
- Dola
- Stree Hotta (1993)
- Duhshahosh (1994)
- Sneho (1994) - Thanda Mama
- Ghatok (1994) - Razakar Jamir Box
- Ghrina (1994) - BC Lohani
- Commander (1994) - Andu Chora / A.R. Khan
- Ghorer Shotru (1994)
- Konnadaan (1995) - Salamatullah
- Bishaw Premik (1995) - Romeo / Boro vai
- Anjuman (1995)
- Bichar Hobe (1996) - Dobir Morol
- Baghini Konna (1996)
- Soitan Manush (1996)
- Mayer Odhikar (1996)
- Nirmom (1996) - Rustam Ali
- Palabi Kothai (1997) - Mr. Howladar, Manager
- Coolie (1997) - Keramat Ali Bepari
- Shudhu Tumi (1997) - Amir Chakladar
- Anondo Asru (1997) - Dewan Sharif
- Praner Cheye Priyo (1997) - Billat Ali
- Ranga Bou (1998)
- Vondo (1998) - The Great Prince
- Shanto Keno Mastan (1998)
- Ke Amar Baba (1999)
- Madam Fuli (1999) - Karam Ali
- Pagla Ghonta (1999)
- Ranga Bou (1999)
- Ashami Bodhu (1999)
- Mone Pore Tomake (2000) - Mr. Cotton Ali
- Joddha (2000) - Shuk Narayan / Bablu
- Kukkhato Khuni (2000) - Ismail Sordar
- Bidroho Charidike (2000)
- Bichchu Bahini (2000) - Farid Chowdhury
- Bhoyongkor Sontrasi (2001)
- Eri Nam Bhalobasha (2002)
- Kokhono Megh Kokhono Brishti (2003)
- Bir Soinik (2003) - Ramjan Molla
- Bachelor (2004) - Abrar Bhai
- Tyag (2004) - Sidhu Bao
- Shyamol Chhaya (2004) - The Freedom Fighter Commander
- Joyjatra (2004) - Pocha
- Matritwa (2005) - Jabbar
- Taka (2005) - Arman Chowdhury
- Duratta (2006)
- Bangla (2006)
- Mayer Morjada (2006)
- Rupkothar Golpo (2006) - Drunk man in broken down car
- Bindur Chhele (2006) - Jadab
- Aha! (2007) - Kishlu
- His Dream, His Nightmare (2007) - Ajmol Hossain
- Ki Jadu Korila (2008) - Kamal Chairman
- Priotomeshu (2009) - Nishad's Brother-in-law
- Chehara: Vondo-2 (2010) - Prince
- Phirey Esho Behula (2011)
- Meherjaan (2011) - Khonkar
- Ek Cup Cha (2014) - Afzal Chowdhury
- Hulia
- Bachelor
- Teg
- Return Ticket
- Kokhono Megh Kokhono Brishti
- Takar Ohonkar
- Utthan-Poton
- Sottru Voyonkor
- Ajker Hitler
- Atto-Ohongkar
- Shukher Sorgoh
- Nil Sagorer Tire
- Shashon
- Sotru Voyonkor
- Lat Shaheb
- Kuli
- Hingsha
- A Desh Kar
- Mittar Mrityu
- Nor Pishach
- Bhalobashi Tomake
- Shukher Sorgoh
- Churmar
- Prem Mane Na Badha
- Nistur
- Bager Thaba
- Premer Jala
- Palabi Kuthai
- Kalo Choshma
- Paharadar
Television dramas
[edit]- Manik Chor
- Nil Nakshar Shandhany (1982)
- Durbin Die Dekhun (1982)
- Bhangoner Shabdo Shuni (1983)
- Bakulpur Koto Dur (1985)
- Dubhuboner Dui Bashinda
- Ekti Laal Shari
- Mohuar Mon (1986)
- Sat Ashmaner Shiri (1986)
- Ekdin Hothat (1986, TV Movie)[8] - The Teacher
- Chanmiar Negative Positive (1986)
- Manoshi Je Amar (1986)
- Poush Phagun-er Pala
- Karo Kono Neeti Nai
- Aloknogor
- Ojattra (1987)[7]
- Songsoptok (1987–1988)
- Pathar Shomoy (1989)
- Osomoy (1989)
- Dui bhai (1990)
- Shiter Pakhi (1991)
- Kothao Keu Nei (1990)
- Shomudre Gangchil (1993)
- Tini Akjon (2005)
- Pret (2005)
- Chandragrasto (Director) (2006)
- Kacher Manush (2006)
- Mohona (2006)
- Vober Hat (2007)
- Tobuo Protikkha (Director)
- J Jibon Hoyni Japon (2007)
- Srinkhal (2010)
- Prioy Jon Nibash (2011)
- Arman Bhai The Gentle Man (2011)
- Rater Otithi67
Theatrical plays
[edit]- Montasir Fantasy
- Kirtonkhola
- Keramot Mongol
- Durto wee
References
[edit]- ^ "2012 in the Rear-view Mirror". The Daily Star. 30 December 2012. Retrieved 30 December 2012.
- ^ "Humayun Faridi to receive posthumous Ekushey Padak". Dhaka Tribune. 9 February 2018. Retrieved 21 August 2020.
- ^ a b c Islam, Sirajul (2012). "Faridi, Humayun". In Islam, Sirajul; Islam, Md (eds.). Banglapedia: National Encyclopedia of Bangladesh (Second ed.). Asiatic Society of Bangladesh.
- ^ "Humayun Faridi to receive posthumous Ekushey Padak". The Daily Star. 10 February 2018. Retrieved 9 February 2018.
- ^ a b c "Reactions". The Daily Star. 14 February 2012. Retrieved 23 November 2017.
- ^ হুমায়ুন ফরীদি আর নেই [Humayun Faridi is no more] (in Bengali). 13 February 2012. Archived from the original on 1 June 2015. Retrieved 13 December 2017.
- ^ a b c d Khan, Tamanna (24 February 2012). "A Complete Actor". The Daily Star. Retrieved 13 December 2017.
- ^ a b Rumpa Syeda Farzana Zaman (30 May 2017). "Remembering Humayun Faridi". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 19 June 2017.
- ^ a b "The Legacy of Humayun Faridee". The Daily Star. 10 February 2017. Retrieved 10 February 2017.
- ^ "Ajker Dapot | আজকের দাপট | Shakib Khan | Purnima". Bangladesh Film Archive. Retrieved 1 March 2021.
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[edit]Humayun Faridi
View on GrokipediaEarly Life and Education
Family Background and Childhood
Humayun Faridi was born on 29 May 1952 in Narinda, Dhaka, then part of East Bengal under Pakistani rule.[8] His father, ATM Nurul Islam, worked as a government officer, often transferred between postings, which shaped the family's nomadic early years.[3] His mother, Begum Farida Islam, managed the household as a homemaker.[3] Owing to Nurul Islam's professional obligations, Faridi's childhood involved frequent relocations across various districts in what is now Bangladesh, exposing him to diverse regional environments during his formative years.[3] These moves, typical for civil servants of the era, influenced his adaptability but limited stable roots in any single locale until later schooling.[3]Academic Pursuits and Initial Interests in Theater
Faridi enrolled in Jahangirnagar University to study economics after Bangladesh's independence in 1971.[9][10] His initial interest in theater emerged during his university years, prompted by advice from dramatist Selim Al Deen to participate in stage performances.[11] As a student, Faridi served as chief organizer of the 1976 Drama Festival at Jahangirnagar University, which helped establish his early reputation in dramatic activities.[1] In 1976, while still pursuing his degree, he joined the Dhaka Theatre group, initiating his structured engagement with professional theater.[1] His first stage role followed in 1978, portraying a character in the production Shakuntala.[12] These experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent contributions to Bangladeshi theater, though he balanced them with his academic commitments in economics.[10]Professional Career
Debut and Theater Contributions
Humayun Faridi's initial foray into theater occurred at age 15 in 1967, when he acted in the stage drama Mukhosh Jokhon Khulbe in Madaripur.[3] During his school years, he also directed his first play, Bhoot.[11] In 1976, while at Jahangirnagar University, Faridi served as one of the principal organizers of the university's inaugural drama festival, which marked a significant step in his theatrical involvement.[11][13] He subsequently joined the Dhaka Theatre group, where he made his professional stage debut in 1978 portraying the character Tokkhok in Shakuntala.[14] Faridi's theater career spanned over a decade, during which he performed in notable productions including Kirtankhola, Keramat Mangal, Phunimansa, and Fani Manasha.[11][15] He balanced these stage roles with a private sector job and emerging television work, sustaining active participation in theater for 14 years.[3] Additionally, Faridi founded several drama-oriented organizations to promote stage performances.[16]Transition to Television and Film
Faridi initially entered television in 1980 with a minor role in the drama Nikhoj Sangbad, directed by Atiqul Haq Chowdhury, appearing as a rebel youth in a single scene despite being offered the lead.[11] He achieved greater visibility the next year through prominent roles in Neel Nokshar Shondhane and Durbiney Dekhun in 1982, establishing a presence in the medium while introducing innovative acting techniques that challenged conventional television performance styles.[11] [9] This shift to television did not end his theater involvement; Faridi balanced both for approximately 14 years, performing in stage productions like Bhoot, which he directed, and Dhurto Ui into the mid-1990s.[17] [3] Faridi's move to film occurred later, with his earliest role in the art film Huliah directed by Tanvir Mokammel, followed by a mainstream debut in Santrash in 1990 under Shahidul Islam Khokon.[11] [15] These entries allowed him to extend his versatile portrayals, often as complex antagonists, across over 250 films while sustaining work in other formats until his death in 2012.[6]Notable Roles and Versatility Across Mediums
Humayun Faridi showcased remarkable versatility throughout his career, seamlessly transitioning between theater, television, and film while embodying diverse characters ranging from menacing antagonists to complex protagonists. In theater, he contributed to Dhaka Theatre's acclaimed productions, including Shakuntala, Kittankhola, and Keramat Mangal, where his stage presence and nuanced interpretations earned praise for elevating classical and contemporary narratives.[15] [18] On television, Faridi gained widespread acclaim for his portrayal of the villainous Kan kata Ramjan, a role that became iconic in Bangladeshi drama history for its intensity and depth, despite the character's negative traits.[19] He further demonstrated range in serials like Songsoptok (1987 onward) and standalone dramas such as Bhangorer Shobdo Shuni, Kothao Keu Nei, and Chondrogrosto, often playing multifaceted figures that blended menace with humanity, solidifying his reputation as a method actor adept at psychological realism.[12] [3] In film, Faridi's adaptability shone through over 250 appearances, from commercial ventures to art-house works, culminating in the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor for his lead performance in Matritto (2004), where he portrayed a paternal figure grappling with familial strife.[20] [6] Notable supporting roles included the abusive manager Mr. Hawladar in Palabi Kothay and antagonistic figures in Hulia and Bichar Hobe, allowing him to infuse screen adaptations with the same theatrical vigor that defined his stage work.[19] [6] This cross-medium prowess, spanning gritty realism to dramatic intensity, underscored his ability to adapt to varying production scales and audience expectations without compromising character authenticity.[9] [21]Personal Life and Health
Marriage and Family
Humayun Faridi married Nazmun Ara Begum Minu in 1980.[3] The couple had one daughter, Shararat Islam Devyani (also known as Debjani).[22] Their marriage lasted four years and ended in divorce in 1984.[3] In the same year, Faridi married actress Suborna Mustafa, a longtime colleague in the performing arts.[17] This union, which produced no children, endured for over two decades before ending in divorce on March 18, 2008.[23] Faridi maintained a close relationship with his daughter Devyani following his divorces, though details of her personal life remain private.[22]Later Years and Death
In the final decade of his life, Humayun Faridi maintained an active presence in Bangladeshi cinema and television, appearing in mainstream films and dramas despite advancing health complications.[24][4] His last film role was completed in Ek Jobaner Jamidar, shot prior to his death and released posthumously in 2016.[25] Faridi had been battling chronic lung disease, compounded by physical weakness, which necessitated hospitalization approximately two months before his passing.[26][27] His condition deteriorated progressively, reflecting the toll of a demanding career and lifestyle factors that strained his health.[27][28] He died on 13 February 2012 at his residence in Dhaka's Dhanmondi area, aged 59.[19][24][29] The immediate cause was chronic lung disease.[24][29][15] His death prompted national mourning, including tributes from Bangladesh's President and Prime Minister.[30][6]Awards and Recognition
National and Posthumous Honors
In 2004, Faridi received the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor for his leading role in the film Mattritto.[6][31] Following his death in 2012, the Government of Bangladesh conferred the Ekushey Padak upon him in 2018, recognizing his lifetime contributions to acting; this is the nation's second-highest civilian honor, typically awarded on February 21 to commemorate the Language Movement martyrs.[32][33]Works
Filmography
Humayun Faridi began appearing in Bangladeshi films in the mid-1980s, often portraying villains, supporting characters, or complex leads in both commercial Dhallywood productions and independent art cinema.[34] His film work, while secondary to his theater and television output, earned recognition for nuanced performances, including the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor in Matritwa (2005), where he played the lead role of Jabbar.[35] [19] Selected films from his filmography include:| Year | Title | Role/Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Sontras (সন্ত্রাস) | Villain |
| 1991 | Shontrash | Supporting role |
| 1993 | Padma Nadir Majhi | Character role |
| 1997 | Palabi Kothay | Mr. Howladar/Manager |
| 2004 | Bachelor | Supporting role |
| 2004 | Joyjatra | Supporting role |
| 2004 | Shyamol Chhaya | Character role |
| 2005 | Matritwa | Jabbar (lead; National Award) |
| 2007 | Aha! | Supporting role |
| 2011 | Meherjaan | Character role |