Nusraat Faria, a prominent Bangladeshi actress known for her portrayal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the biographical film Mujib: The Making of a Nation, was arrested on Sunday at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. The 31-year-old was detained by immigration police while preparing to board a flight to Thailand after an arrest warrant was issued in connection with an attempted murder case.
Details of the Case
The arrest is linked to a violent incident that took place during the anti-government protests in July 2024. Authorities registered a case against 17 individuals, including Faria, accusing them of attempting to murder a student in Dhaka’s Vatara area during the protests. These demonstrations, part of the Anti-discrimination Student Movement, escalated in violence and resulted in significant political upheaval, including the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Inspector Sujan Haque of Vatara Police Station confirmed to bdnews24.com that Faria was officially arrested and that the Immigration Police had coordinated the operation after spotting her at the airport. Following her arrest, she was initially brought to the Vatara police station but later transferred to the Detective Branch (DB) office of Dhaka Metropolitan Police.
Nusraat Faria’s Career and Role as Sheikh Hasina
Faria began her career as a radio jockey and television presenter before entering the film industry. She made her acting debut in 2015 with Aashiqui, which achieved commercial success. Over the years, she has appeared in several popular films such as Hero 420 (2016), Badsha – The Don (2016), Premi O Premi (2017), and Boss 2: Back to Rule (2017), working in both Bangladeshi and Indian Bengali cinema. In 2021, Faria completed her bachelor's degree in law from the University of London.
Her role as Sheikh Hasina in Mujib: The Making of a Nation (2023) brought her considerable recognition. Directed by the late Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal, the film was a collaborative production between Bangladesh and India, focusing on the life of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh. Arifin Shuvoo played Mujib, while Faria’s portrayal of Hasina marked a significant milestone in her career. At the time of the film’s release, Faria expressed her pride in taking on the role.
Details of the Case
The arrest is linked to a violent incident that took place during the anti-government protests in July 2024. Authorities registered a case against 17 individuals, including Faria, accusing them of attempting to murder a student in Dhaka’s Vatara area during the protests. These demonstrations, part of the Anti-discrimination Student Movement, escalated in violence and resulted in significant political upheaval, including the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Inspector Sujan Haque of Vatara Police Station confirmed to bdnews24.com that Faria was officially arrested and that the Immigration Police had coordinated the operation after spotting her at the airport. Following her arrest, she was initially brought to the Vatara police station but later transferred to the Detective Branch (DB) office of Dhaka Metropolitan Police.
Nusraat Faria’s Career and Role as Sheikh Hasina
Faria began her career as a radio jockey and television presenter before entering the film industry. She made her acting debut in 2015 with Aashiqui, which achieved commercial success. Over the years, she has appeared in several popular films such as Hero 420 (2016), Badsha – The Don (2016), Premi O Premi (2017), and Boss 2: Back to Rule (2017), working in both Bangladeshi and Indian Bengali cinema. In 2021, Faria completed her bachelor's degree in law from the University of London.
Her role as Sheikh Hasina in Mujib: The Making of a Nation (2023) brought her considerable recognition. Directed by the late Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal, the film was a collaborative production between Bangladesh and India, focusing on the life of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh. Arifin Shuvoo played Mujib, while Faria’s portrayal of Hasina marked a significant milestone in her career. At the time of the film’s release, Faria expressed her pride in taking on the role.
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