Misha Sawdagar

Shakib Khan’s ‘Toofan’ shatters two decades of records at Star Cineplex

Star Cineplex, the country’s most advanced cine-theatre, has marked 20 years since its establishment. This milestone year witnessed a groundbreaking achievement with the Shakib Khan-starrer “Toofan”. The global blockbuster became the most successful movie at Star Cineplex, surpassing Hollywood and Bollywood hits.

Bubly starrer ‘Revenge’ gets uncut censor clearance

Shakib Khan’s upcoming film “Tufan” is not the only movie creating buzz for this Eid. His co-star, actress Shobnom Bubly, also has a feature set lined up for the upcoming Eid release. 

Dhallywood’s iconic hero-villain duo: Misha reflects on Shakib Khan’s illustrious career

While Dhallywood has seen numerous on-screen pairs, one duo stands out: the hero and anti-hero pairing of Shakib Khan and Misha Sawdagar.

Artistes march in front of FDC, demanding 'exemplary punishment' for Nipun

It seems like the controversy isn’t going to stop anytime soon as the Bangladesh Film Directors' Association (BFDC) has mostly been embroiled in disputes for a few weeks now.

Dipjol's BFAA election victory halted by High Court order

Responding to Nipun’s writ petition placed on Nipun’s behalf by her legal representative Advocate Polash Chandra Roy on May 15, the High Court has suspended the declaration of Dipjol as the winner for the General Secretary position in the Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association election for the 2024-26 term today (May 20).

If Nipun were educated, she wouldn't call a fellow artiste illiterate: Misha Sawdagar

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, the current president of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association, Misha Sawdagar, shared his thoughts on the situation. He emphasised the importance of tolerance among artistes, stating, "Every artiste needs to be tolerant and compassionate."

Nipun is either mentally unstable or influenced: Zayed Khan

Recently, Zayed Khan addressed some issues in detail with The Daily Star in an exclusive interview. The actor also shed light on regaining his membership, his feud with fellow artiste Nipun, his love life, marriage, and his current showbiz projects.

My friends in LA ask ‘Who is Dipjol, what does he do?’: Nipun

The vigor surrounding the election of the Film Artistes’ Association has flared up once again. The conflict between the current President Misha Sawdagar, General Secretary Dipjol, and the former General Secretary Nipun, has now reached a peak.

Nipun challenges BFAA election results with high court writ petition

After the announcement of the results, Nipun gracefully accepted the newly elected president and general secretary. However, her sudden move seeking the annulment of the current committee sparks further controversy and confusion regarding her stance.

May 19, 2024
May 19, 2024

Nipun is either mentally unstable or influenced: Zayed Khan

Recently, Zayed Khan addressed some issues in detail with The Daily Star in an exclusive interview. The actor also shed light on regaining his membership, his feud with fellow artiste Nipun, his love life, marriage, and his current showbiz projects.

May 18, 2024
May 18, 2024

My friends in LA ask ‘Who is Dipjol, what does he do?’: Nipun

The vigor surrounding the election of the Film Artistes’ Association has flared up once again. The conflict between the current President Misha Sawdagar, General Secretary Dipjol, and the former General Secretary Nipun, has now reached a peak.

May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024

Nipun challenges BFAA election results with high court writ petition

After the announcement of the results, Nipun gracefully accepted the newly elected president and general secretary. However, her sudden move seeking the annulment of the current committee sparks further controversy and confusion regarding her stance.

April 27, 2024
April 27, 2024

Film Artiste Association: Is Zayed Khan getting his membership back?

Since the recent election of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association and the victory of Misha Sawdagar and Monowar Hossain Dipjol's panel, a rumor has been circulating — implying Zayed Khan, whose membership from the association was canceled during the previous term of 2022-2024, is regaining his membership.

April 22, 2024
April 22, 2024

Dipjol advocates for discontinuing government funding for films

Renowned actor Monwar Hossain Dipjol has voiced support for discontinuing government funding for films, stating concerns that such funding often leads to the production of substandard movies.

April 20, 2024
April 20, 2024

Ilias Kanchan on Misha-Dipjol’s victory

Actor and current president of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association (BFAA) Ilias Kanchan has extended his congratulations to the newly elected leaders, Misha Sawdagar and Monowar Hossain Dipjol. He shared his thoughts on the recently concluded election, on his social media platform.

April 20, 2024
April 20, 2024

Artistes have shown love, and I will reciprocate that love: Misha Sawdagar

Misha Sawdagar has been elected president of the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association for the third consecutive time, defeating veteran actor Mahmud Koli. Monowar Hossain Dipjol secured the position of general secretary.

April 20, 2024
April 20, 2024

Misha Sawdagar elected new president, Dipjol general secretary of Artistes’ Association

Misha Sawdagar has been elected as the new president of the Film Artistes Association for the term 2024-2026, while Monowar Hossain Dipjol secured the position of general secretary.

April 19, 2024
April 19, 2024

Lights, camera, vote: Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association sets stage for 2024-26 election

The Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association (BFAA) is poised for its biennial election today, with 571 voters set to cast their ballots. Amongst them, 50 are new voters, reflecting a potential shift in the association's dynamics. This follows the landmark decision in the previous election where the Ilias Kanchan-Nipun Akter panel secured victory and reinstated voting rights to 103 previously excluded artistes, signaling winds of change within the association.

April 18, 2024
April 18, 2024

I am one hundred percent optimistic about victory: Misha Sawdagar

Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association (BFAA) election is scheduled to take place tomorrow, where two influential panels are competing for leadership for its 2024-26 session.