Humayun Ahmed

Humayun Ahmed was a prominent Bangladeshi writer, dramatist, screenwriter, and filmmaker. He is considered as the greatest writer of his generation.

Humayun Ahmed directed films based on his own stories. His first film, Aguner Poroshmoni (1994), based on the Bangladesh Liberation War, won the 19th Bangladesh National Film Awards in a total of eight categories, including the awards for the Best Film and the Best Director.Another film Shyamal Chhaya (2005) was also based on the same war.His last directed film, Ghetuputra Kamola (2012), the story of a teenage boy, was set in the British colonial period.

Shyamol Chhaya and Ghetuputra Kamola were selected as the Bangladeshi entries for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2006 and 2012 respectively, but were not nominated.

In 2009, Ahmed appeared as one of two judges for the reality television music competition show Khudey Gaanraaj.

Humayun Ahmed is known for work in writing across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Bhatir Purush (2008), Bonolota Express (2026), Nokkhotrer Raat (1994), Kothao Keu Nei (1990), Daruchini Dwip (2007), Urey Jai Bok Pokkhi (2004), Kala Koitor, Tara Tinjon: Tea-Master (2007). The recorded credits span 1988 to 2026, including 18 movies and 7 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.