Bangladeshi Actor Nusraat Faria, Who Played Sheikh Hasina, Arrested In Murder Case: Report
Nusraat Faria Arrested: Nusraat Faria gained significant recognition for her role as Sheikh Hasina in the 2023 film 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation'.
Popular Bangladeshi actress Nusraat Faria, known for her portrayal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the biopic 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation', was apprehended at Dhaka's Shahjalal International Airport. The arrest is reportedly linked to a case concerning an attempted murder during the widespread protests against Sheikh Hasina that occurred in July 2024.
According to the Prothom Alo newspaper, the 31-year-old actress was detained at the immigration checkpoint while en route to Thailand after an arrest warrant was issued for Nusraat Faria in connection with a case filed on charges of attempted murder during the anti-government demonstrations. The protests ultimately led to Sheikh Hasina's resignation and subsequent departure to India.
Shafiqul Islam, the Assistant Commissioner of Police in the Badda Zone, confirmed the actress's arrest to Prothom Alo.
Who Is Nusraat Faria?
Nusraat Faria gained significant recognition for her role as Sheikh Hasina in the 2023 film 'Mujib: The Making of a Nation'. The film, a joint venture between Bangladesh and India, was directed by the late acclaimed director Shyam Benegal.
Before her acting career, the 31-year-old began as a radio jockey and presenter. She made her debut in the 2015 Bangladesh-India co-production 'Aashiqui: True Love' and has since starred in numerous Bangladeshi and Indian films, primarily in Bengali. She is also active in television hosting and modelling.
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