Imtiaz Barshon
Imtiaz Barshon | |
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ইমতিয়াজ বর্ষণ | |
| Born | Ehsan Rahman Barshon Imtiaz 22 September Chittagong, Bangladesh |
| Alma mater | Chittagong College |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
Imtiaz Barshon is a Bangladeshi actor, director and music composer who works predominantly in Dhallywood cinema and Bangladeshi television drama. He made his debut in the big screen with the romantic drama film Unoponchash Batash (2020) directed by Masud Hasan Ujjal.
When he was a teenager, a friend named Reza took him to a play rehearsal in his neighborhood on the occasion of the Ekushey February event. Soon after that event, he got the opportunity to act in another play on the occasion of March 26. Since then, he developed a love for acting.[1] Barshon's biggest inspiration is Irrfan Khan. Among Bangladeshi actors, Chanchal Chowdhury inspires him a lot.[2]
Early life
Barshon was born on 22 September in Muradpur, Chittagong.[3] His home is in Amtoli village in Bhujpur, Fatikchhari, Chittagong. However, he grew up in Hamzarbagh area of Chittagong, where he complete his SSC in Rahmania High School.[1] Even though he studied Political science at Chittagong College, but he was always passionate about acting.[4] He completed 'Theatre Appreciation' course at the Fame School of Dance, Drama and Music while still a student.[5] In 2011, he moved in Dhaka for acting.[4]
Career
At the first of Barshon's career, he plays a role in a local stage. After that, he joined with 'Tirjak Natyagoshthi', whom he worked for about three and a half years. Later, he joined 'Avantgarde', a theatre group, and was also active in pantomime with the 'Natua Nirbak Sampraday'.[1]
In 2008, Barshon joined the production of a documentary film titled "Buk Tar Bangladesher Hridoy", directed by Moinul Alam Shawon. In 2010, he started working in Dhaka as an assistant director to Nurul Alam Atique, with the help of Debangshu Hor, the director of 'Natua Nirbak Sampraday'.[1][6][2] His first performance on the small screen was in Nurul Alam Atique's play, which was based on Rabindranath Tagore's famous short story 'Shasti'.[1]
In 2020, he made his debut in the romantic drama film Unoponchash Batash, where he also worked as a composer.[6] In 2021, he appears in the film Chandrabati Kotha.[7] He appeared as a cameo in Munshigiri (2021), directed by Amitabh Reza Chowdhury. In 2021, he was praised for his performance in the web series 'Kaiser', directed by Tanim Noor.[8]
Filmography
Feature films
| † | Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Unoponchash Batash | Ayan | Debut film | [9] |
| 2021 | Chandrabati Kotha | Jayananda | [10] | |
| Munshigiri | Ali Akbar | Released on Chorki | [11] | |
| 2022 | Nishwas | Shamim | [11] | |
| 2023 | Ora 7 Jon | Solaiman Kazi | [11] | |
| Mayashalik | Sci-fi writer | Cameo appearance | ||
| Apolap | Released in DeeptoPlay | [12] | ||
| 2025 | Omimangshito | Arnob Shahriar | Released on iScreen | [13] |
| 2026 | Ekhane Rajnoitik Alaap Joruri | Noor | [14] [15] |
TV series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2022 | Friendbook | Released on NTV | [16] | |
| 2022 | Kaiser | Barrister Mokhtar Mahmud Zaffery | Released on Hoichoi | [11] |
| 2023 | Sharey Showlo | ADC Altaf | [17] | |
| 2024 | Kaalpurush | SI Jahangir | Released on Chorki | [18] |
| Golam Mamun | Police Officer Robin | Released on Hoichoi | [19] | |
| 2025 | AKA | DB Officer Sohel | [20] | |
| Kajins | TV serial on NTV | [21] |
References
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- ^ a b "I pursued directing to enhance my acting skills: Imtiaz Barshon". The Business Standard. 2024-03-18. Retrieved 2025-12-11.
- ^ "জন্মদিনে বাড়িতে বানানো কেক খেয়েই দিন শুরু হয় ইমতিয়াজ বর্ষণের". The Daily Ittefaq (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-12-11.
- ^ a b "I try to do justice to any character I am given: Imtiaz Barshon". The Business Standard. 2022-09-28. Retrieved 2025-12-11.
- ^ Joya, Sharmin (2023-03-04). "Barshon exudes brilliance". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-12-11.
- ^ a b "যতদিন সুযোগ পাব, অভিনয় করে যাব: ইমতিয়াজ বর্ষণ". Samakal (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-12-11.
- ^ "অবশেষে মুক্তি পেল 'চন্দ্রাবতী কথা'". The Daily Ittefaq (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-12-11.
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- ^ "First official teaser of Unoponchash Batash released". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ Akbar, Zahid (2021-10-17). "How well are 'Poddapuran' and 'Chandrabati Kotha' faring in theatres?". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
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- ^ Arts & Entertainment Desk (2023-08-22). "Thriller web-film 'Apolap' coming to Deepto Play". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ ডেস্ক, বিনোদন (2025-11-29). "সাংবাদিক দম্পতি নিজ বাসায় খুন হন, ডিসেম্বরেই আসছে 'অমীমাংসিত'". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ "সিনেমা হলে আজ 'সুলতানার স্বপ্ন' ও 'এখানে রাজনৈতিক আলাপ জরুরি'". www.ntvbd.com. 2026-01-16. Retrieved 2026-01-22.
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- ^ Arts & Entertainment Desk (2021-12-01). "Goutam Koiri's new series 'Friendbook' airing on NTV". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ "'Sharey Showlo' character looks unveiled". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ Shagor, Saeed Khan (2024-05-27). "'Kaalpurush': A murder mystery where time is the protagonist". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ Shagor, Saeed Khan (2024-06-14). "'Golam Mamun': A compelling spin-off of crime, betrayal, and societal reflections". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
- ^ রিপোর্ট, স্টার অনলাইন (2025-08-25). "সোশ্যাল থ্রিলার আকায় আফরান নিশো". The Daily Star Bangla. Retrieved 2025-12-29.
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