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Kazi Nazrul Islam was born on 24 May 1899 in Churulia, Bengal Presidency, British India. He was a writer and composer, known for Sapurey (1939), Daruchini Dwip (2007) and Song of the Body. He died on 29 August 1976 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Actor
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Chowdhury Muhammad Shahriar Emon (19 September 1971 - 6 September 1996), known by his stage name Salman Shah , was a Bangladeshi film and television actor. Referred in the media as the "Prince of Bangladeshi Cinema" and the "First Superstar of Modern Dhallywood", he is commonly regarded as one of the most popular and iconic figures in Bangladesh's film history. Shah appeared in 27 films in a short acting career of three years, most of which were successful. His first feature film Keyamat Theke Keyamat (1993) shot him to stardom. In the following three years Shah appeared in leading roles in a series of commercially successful films, including Bikkhobh, Denmohor, Shujon Shokhi, Shopner Thikana, Ei Ghor Ei Shongsar, Sotter Mrittu Nei and Anondo Osru which established him as one of the most sought after leading men in Bangladeshi cinema. Subsequently, he became the highest paid actor in the industry. Three of his films, Shopner Thikana, Sotter Mrittu Nei and Keyamat Theke Keyamat are among the top ten highest grossing films of all time in Dhallywood box office. Shah appeared in films from a variety of genres such as family dramas, comedies, social and political dramas, action films, rural dramas, coming of age stories, romance and tragedies. He was known for his versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters as a leading young man with his distinctive style of acting and personality. He was popular with every kind of audience. Film analysts give Shah the credit for pioneering a new brand of meaningful cinema and introducing the modern era of leading men with his artistry and fashion. Due to his accomplishments and influence in Dhallywood over time, he has been regarded as one of the greatest and most successful actors in Bangladeshi film industry. Shah's professional achievements, personal life, artistic potential, untimely death and enduring popularity have constantly been the subject of tabloid discussions. The credit of his lasting legacy is given to his facial expressions, screen presence, dialogue delivery, good-looks and fashion sense. Film experts feel that his natural acting, body language, styles to match the characters and fashion-consciousness were way ahead of his time with a touch of modernity. Many of his fashion statements became trends in Bangladeshi pop culture.- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman often shortened as Sheikh Mujib or Mujib, was a Bangladeshi politician, statesman and Founding Father of Bangladesh who served as the first President and later as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh from 17 April 1971 until his assassination on 15 August 1975.[1] He is considered to have been the driving force behind the independence of Bangladesh. He is popularly dubbed with the title of "Bangabandhu" (Bongobondhu "Friend of Bengal") by the people of Bangladesh.
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Manna was born on 6 December, 1964 at Elenga in Tangail, East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) as SM Aslam Talukdar. He was discovered through a talent search program initiated by Bangladesh National Film Development Corporation and started acting from 1984. In his long 22 year career he acted in more than 200 films. 'Dangga (1991)' is his first successful movie directed by Kazi Hayat. Before that he appeared mostly in supporting roles in the films such as Shimul Parul (1985), Nishpap (1986), Palki (1990), Goriber Bondhu (1990). He then appeared in many commercially successful films in the country. Some of these films are Traash (1992), Chadabaz (1993), Deshdrohi (1997), Ammajan (1999), Abbajan (2001), Bir Soinik (2003). He received National Film Award in Best Actor category in 2006 for his performance in the film Bir Soinik (2003). He died of a heart attack on 17 February, 2008 at the United Hospital Limited, Gulshan, Dhaka, Bangladesh. He was laid on his village home Elenga in Tangail, Bangladesh after his father.- Actor
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Razzak was born on 23 January 1942 in Calcutta, Bengal Presidency, British India. He was an actor and director, known for Chandranath (1984), Ki Je Kori (1976) and Boro Bhalo Lok Chhilo (1982). He was married to Khairunnesa. He died on 21 August 2017 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Actor
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Jashim was born on 15 August 1951 in Dacca, East Pakistan [now in Dhaka, Bangladesh]. He was an actor and writer, known for Kaliya (1994), Tiger (1997) and Banglar Nayok (1995). He was married to Suchorita and Nasrin. He died on 8 October 1998 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Actor
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On this day in 1952, actor Humayun Faridi was conceived. The jewel of an actor left his impact in every acting genre in Bangladesh, from theater to commercial Bangla films.
Over the course of a four-decade career, Faridi rose to an elite level. His distinctive acting technique is still referenced in jokes, tribute videos, and social media posts.
In a newspaper article, Faridi's close friend and fellow director Shaer Khan affectionately referred to the actor as "Pagla" and "Genius." Shaer penned: "Humayun Faridi is one of a rare breed of actors. Similar to how Hollywood is still looking for the next Gregory Peck, we will have to wait 100 years for the next Faridi." Humayun Faridi was referred to as the "Gregory Peck of Bangladesh" by Shaer. His eulogy wouldn't be an exaggeration, given Faridi is widely recognized as one of Bangladesh's all-time best actors.
In Bangla movies, Faridi has played a range of parts, some of which were adversarial. But despite playing a villain, he still stole the show. His portrayal of "Kan kata Ramjan" has become legendary in our nation's TV history. One of his best performances, albeit slightly less well known, was as the chauvinist and abusive manager Mr. Hawladar in the cult classic movie Palabi Kothay. The movie seems more timely in the MeToo era, and it was undoubtedly ahead of its time.- Writer
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Zahir Raihan was born on 19 August 1935, as Mohammad Zahirullah, in the village Majupur, now in Feni District, Bangladesh. After the Partition of Bengal in 1947, he, along with his parents, returned to his village from Calcutta. He obtained Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Bengali from Dhaka University. He had been married twice, to Sumita Devi in 1961 and Shuchonda in 1968, both of whom were film actresses.
Zahir Raihan received his post graduate degree in Bengali Literature. Along with literature works Raihan started working as a journalist when he joined Juger Alo in 1950..Later he also worked in newspapers, namely Khapchhara, Jantrik, and Cinema. He also worked as the editor of Probaho in 1956. His first collection of short stories, titled Suryagrahan, was published in 1955. He worked as an assistant in the film Jago Huya Sabera in 1957. This was his first foot print in film. He also assisted Salahuddin in the film Je Nodi Morupothay. The filmmaker Ehtesham also took him for his movie A Desh Tomar Amar, for which he wrote the title song. In 1960 he arrived as a director with his film Kokhono Asheni. In 1964, he made Pakistan's first colour movie, Sangam, and completed his first CinemaScope movie, Bahana, the following year. He was an active worker of the Language Movement of 1952 and was present at the historical meeting of Amtala on 21 February 1952. The effect of language movement was so high on him that he made his legendary film "Jibon Theke Neya" based on it. He also took part in the "Gano Obhyuthyan" in 1969. In 1971 he joined in the Liberation War of Bangladesh and created documentary films on this great event.During the war of liberation Raihan went to Kolkata where his film "Jibon Theke Neya" were shown. His film was highly acclaimed by Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, Tapan Sinha and Ritwik Ghatak. Though he had his financial problem going on that time, he gave all his money to the Freedom Fighters trust that he got from the show.
Raihan disappeared on 30 January 1972 trying to locate his brother, the famous writer Shahidullah Kaiser, who was captured and killed by the Pakistan army and/or local collaborators during the final days of the liberation war.It is believed that he was killed with many others when armed Bihari collaborators and soldiers of Pakistan Army in hiding fired on them when they went to Mirpur, a suburb of the capital city of Dhaka that was one of few strongholds for Pakistani/Bihari collaborators at that time.- Actor
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Nasir Khan was born on 17 September 1959 in Pirojpur, East Pakistan [now in Pirojpur, Bangladesh]. He was an actor and director, known for Shopner Nayok (1997), Tarzan Konna (1997) and Hira Chuni Panna (2000). He was married to Meherunnesa Swapna. He died on 12 January 2007 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Actress
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Kabori Sarwar was born on 9 July 1950 in Chittagong, East Pakistan. She was an actress and writer, known for Sareng Bou (1978), Devdas (1982) and Sujon Sokhi (1975). She was married to Shafiuddin Sarwar and Chitta Chowdhury. She died on 17 April 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Anwar Hossain was born on 6 December 1931 in Jamalpur, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Jamalpur, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Lathial (1975), Golapi Ekhon Traine (1978) and Nawab Sirajuddaula (1967). He was married to ???. He died on 13 September 2013 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Rosy Samad was born on 23 April 1946 in Noakhali, Bangladesh. She was an actress and producer, known for Lathial (1975), A River Called Titas (1973) and Khoma (1992). She was married to Malek Afsari and Abdus Samad. She died on 9 March 2007 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Music Department
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Abdul Alim was born on 27 July 1931 in Murshidabad, West Bengal, British India. He is known for Sujon Sokhi (1975), Lathial (1975) and Mukh O Mukhosh (1956). He died on 5 September 1974 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Actress
Diti was born on 31 March 1965 in Narayanganj, East Pakistan [now in Narayanganj, Bangladesh]. She was an actress, known for Swami Stree (1987), Papi Shatru (1995) and Beporoa (1992). She was married to Sohel Chowdhury and Ilias Kanchan. She died on 20 March 2016 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Raju Ahmed was born on 11 May 1941 in Kushtia, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Kushtia, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Ora 11 Jon (1972), Duti Mon Duti Asha (1978) and Sukh-Dukhkho (1971). He died on 12 December 1972 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Sultana Zaman was born on 2 September, 1935 in Natore, East Bengal, British India (now in Bangladesh). Her father's name was Syed Abdur Razzaq, Zaminder of The Ruxini State of Natore and mother's name was Rahima Khatun. Her birth name was Syeda Hosne Ara Sharifa Begum. She married Kazi Mesbahuzzaman (popularly known as Q.M. Zaman), first cinematographer of Film Development Corporation of the then East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) on 15 March, 1956. She's had two children with him, a girl named Marina Zaman in 1960 and a boy named Sharfuzzaman Bapi.
She started her career in the Bengali film industry in Mohiuddin Ahmad's Matir Pahar (1959). She went on to star on many notable films such as Sonar Kajol (1962), Jowar Elo (1962), Onek Diner Chena (1964), Janajani (1965), Abar Bonobashe Rupban (1966), Notun Digonto (1968), Bhanumoti (1969), Moner Moto Bou (1969), Santan (1970) etc. She took the name 'Sultana Zaman' as her screen name in the film Janajani (1965). Her notable Urdu film's are Chanda (1962), Mala (1965), Saat Rang (1965), Ujala (1966) etc. She has produced two films, Bhanumoti (1969) and Chhadmabeshi (1970).
After a hiatus of six years, she returned to the screen in the film Nayanmoni (1976), where she acted in the role of mother of noted actor Farooque as Kulsum. She then starred in similar roles in Jadur Bashi (1977), Nishan (1977), Agnishikha (1978) etc. She had migraine problem which prevented her from concentrating in acting. In a career spanning over three decades, she acted in over 50 feature films in both Bengali and Urdu language in Bangladesh and pre-independece war West Pakistan. Her last appearance was in the film Rajkumari Chandraban (1979) after which she bid adieu to the film industry.
She received Pakistan's prestigious Nigar award twice for her role in Chanda (1962) and Mala (1965). She's also received Chitrakash Award for her first film Matir Pahar (1959), the first film magazine award in Bangladesh. She was also honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award of National Film Award, Bangladesh in 2009 and National Award by the Bangladesh Mahila Parishad in 2011.
Sultana Zaman passed away on 20 May, 2012 in her sister Shamima Masud's Dhaka Cantonment residence.- Waliul Haq Rumi was born on 24 October 1964 in Barguna, East Pakistan [now in Barguna, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Bihongo (2000), Doriaparer Douloti (2010) and Ki Jadu Korila (2008). He died on 22 April 2024 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Dildar was born on 13 January 1945 in Chandpur, East Bengal, British India. He was an actor, known for Tumi Shudhu Amar (2003), Bhoyongkor Bishu (1999) and Tarzan Konna (1997). He died on 13 July 2003 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Sayem Sadat was an actor, known for IceCream (2016), Bhalobasha 101 (2014) and Vitamin-T (2014). He was married to Jannat Ferdous. He died on 11 May 2015 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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A.T.M. Shamsuzzaman was born on 10 September 1941 in Noakhali, East Bengal, British India. He was an actor and writer, known for Dayee Ke? (1987), Chorabali (2012) and Churiwala (2001). He was married to Runi Zaman. He died on 20 February 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Actor
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Zafar Iqbal was born on 25 September 1950 in Dacca, East Pakistan [now in Dhaka, Bangladesh]. He was an actor and art director, known for Shuktara (1988), Mastan (1975) and Noyoner Alo (1984). He died on 8 January 1992 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Jumbo was born in 1944 in Dinajpur, East Bengal, British India [now in Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Nawab Sirajuddaula (1989), Banglar Commando (1995) and Jawab (1979). He died on 3 May 2004 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Nagma was an actress, known for Shoktir Lorai (1998), Ondhokare Rajneeti (2004) and Lattu Koshai (2014). She died on 28 September 2015 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Zahirul Haque was born on 28 January 1942 in Comilla, East Bengal, British India [now in Bangladesh]. He was a writer and actor, known for Ki Je Kori (1976), Rangbaaz (1973) and Chorer Bou (1992). He died on 25 November 1993 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Wasimul Bari Rajib was born on 1 January 1952 in Patuakhali, East Pakistan [now in Patuakhali, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Sahoshi Manush Chai (2003), Heera Moti (1988) and Dangga (1991). He died on 14 November 2004 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Farid Ahmed was born on 3 October 1960. He was a composer, known for Karagar (2003), Gohine Shobdo (2010) and Tyag (1993). He died on 13 April 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Composer
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Robin Ghosh was born on 13 September 1939 in Baghdad, Iraq. He was a composer and actor, known for Kiran aur Kali (1981), Jahan Tum Wahan Ham (1968) and Do Sathi (1975). He was married to Shabnam. He died on 13 February 2016 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Composer
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Altaf Mahmud was born on 23 December 1933 in Barisal, East Bengal, British India. He was a composer and actor, known for Jago Hua Savera (1959), Tanha (1964) and Anowara (1967). He was married to Sara Ara Mahmud. He died on 30 August 1971 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Director
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Chashi Nazrul Islam was born on 23 October 1941 in Dacca, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Dhaka, Bangladesh]. He was a director and actor, known for Hangor Nodi Grenade (1997), Shuvoda (1986) and Devdas (1982). He was married to Jotsna Kazi. He died on 11 January 2015 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Mozammel Hossain was born on 10 July 1949 in Noakhali, East Pakistan [now in Noakhali, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Aguner Poroshmoni (1994), Kothao Keu Nei (1990) and Ayomoy (1988). He died on 30 October 2002 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Rahman was born on 27 February 1937 in Panchagarh, East Bengal, British India [now in Panchagarh, Bangladesh]. He was an actor and director, known for Kangan (1969), Darshan (1967) and Do Sathi (1975). He was married to Bilquis Rahman. He died on 18 July 2005 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Writer
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Momtazuddin Ahmed was born on 18 January 1935 in Maldaha, West Bengal, British India. He was a writer and actor, known for Shuvaa (2006), Rajlokkhi Srikanto (1987) and Lal Shobujer Pala (1981). He was married to Quamrunnessa Momtaz. He died on 2 June 2019 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Music Department
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Khalid Hasan Milu was born on 6 April 1960 in Pirojpur, East Pakistan [now in Pirojpur, Bangladesh]. He is known for Hridoy Theke Hridoy (1994), Bikkhov (1994) and Chetona (1989). He died on 29 March 2005 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Saleh Ahmed was born in 1936 in Bogra, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Bogura, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Shuvaa (2006), Srabon Megher Din (1999) and Aguner Poroshmoni (1994). He was married to Muslima Ahmed. He died on 24 April 2019 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Bulbul Ahmed was born on 15 September 1941 in Dacca, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Dhaka, Bangladesh]. He was an actor and director, known for Rajlokkhi Srikanto (1987), Shimana Periye (1977) and Bodhu Biday (1978). He was married to Daisy Ahmed. He died on 15 July 2010 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Enamul Haque was born on 29 May 1943 in Feni, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Feni, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Brihonnola (2014), Priyotomeshu (2009) and Rupkothar Golpo (2006). He was married to Lucky Enam. He died on 11 October 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Miju Ahmed was born on 17 November, 1950 in Courtpara, Kushtia, East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). His birth name was Mijanur Rahman. He was connected with theater group in Kushtia from his childhood. He debuted in the film industry through the film 'Trishna' in 1978. Some of his notable films are 'Mohanogor (1981)', Pita Mata Sontan (1991)', 'Danga' (1992), 'Coolie (1997)', 'Hangor Nodi Grenade (1997)', 'Abujh Bou (2010)'. He received Bangladesh National Film Award in 1994 in Best Supporting Actor category for 'Danga' and in 2012 in Best Actor in Negative Role for 'Abujh Bou'.- Music Department
Azam Khan was born on 28 February 1950 in Dacca, East Pakistan [now in Dhaka, Bangladesh]. He is known for Dost Dushman (1977). He died on 5 June 2011 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Shahin Alam was born on 6 December 1962 in East Pakistan. He was an actor, known for Thekao Bichchu (2003), Ondhokare Rajneeti (2004) and Dhoka (2007). He died on 8 March 2021 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Khan Ataur Rahman was born on 11 December 1928 in Ramkantapur, Manikganj, British India. He was a composer and actor, known for Ekhono Onek Raat (1997), Nawab Sirajuddaula (1967) and Daan Pite Chele (1980). He was married to Nilufar Yasmin, Mahbuba Rahman and Wheaton, Shirley. He died on 1 December 1997 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Shuja Khondokar was born on 28 January 1941 in Pabna, Bengal Presidency, British India [now in Pabna, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Aaj Robibar (1996), Bikkhov (1994) and Tin Konya (1985). He died on 2 March 1997 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Ahmed Rubel was born on 3 May 1968 in Chapainawabganj, East Pakistan [now in Chapainawabganj, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Bishaash (2010), Antorborti and The Last Thakur (2008). He was married to Tarana Halim. He died on 7 February 2024 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Abdul Karim was an actor, known for The Clay Bird (2002), Prem Juddho (1994) and Shoktir Lorai (1998). He died on 22 July 2009 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Maya Hazarika was born on 5 August 1944 in Calcutta, Bengal Presidency, British India. She was an actress, known for Shimana Periye (1977), Sotorko Shoitan (1993) and Jawab (1979). She died on 6 November 1996 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Sohel Chowdhury was born on 19 October 1963 in Dacca, East Pakistan [now in Dhaka, Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Chadabaz (1993), Papi Shatru (1995) and Heera Moti (1988). He was married to Diti. He died on 18 December 1998 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Azim was an actor and producer, known for Zabak (1961), Reporter Raju (1962) and Flying Prince (1946). He was married to Sujata. He died on 26 March 2003 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.- Khaled Khan was born on 9 February 1957 in East Pakistan [now in Bangladesh]. He was an actor, known for Poka Makorer Ghar Bosoti (1996), Aha! (2007) and Eishob Dinratri (1985). He was married to Mita Haque. He died on 20 December 2013 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Fazle Lohani was a Bangladeshi journalist, television host, songwriter and film producer, best known for his popular Bengali-language TV magazine show Jodi Kichu Mone Na Koren. Lohani created magazine show Jodi Kichu Mone Na Koren which he hosted from 1977 till his death in 1985. He also produced a film named Pension.- Antora was an actress, known for Soitan Manush (1996), Lathi (1999) and Hangor Nodi Grenade (1997). She died on 8 January 2014 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Ehtesham (1927-2002) was an acclaimed film producer, director, distributor and screenwriter. He was born in Dhaka on 12 October 1927 of then British India (now Bangladesh). His full name is Abu Nur Muhammad Ehteshamul Haq but he was commonly known as Ehtesham. His father, Mohammad Yusuf, was a professor at Islamia College and his mother's name was Mosammat Kaniz Fatema. Popular film director Mustafizul Haq is his younger brother.
In 1950, Ehtesham started his career as a distributor in the film industry. In 1956-57 he formed a film distribution company named Leo Films. His directorial debut film, Ae Desh Tomar Amar (1959), was premiered on 25th December 1959. Zahir Raihan and Kamal Ahmed was his assistant directors in this movie, both of whom became famous film director later on. At the beginning of the history of film industry in Bangladesh, this movie was very popular and earned him fame and awards. This movie first introduced the tradition of romantic pair in Bangladeshi film by pairing Khan Ataur Rahman and Sumita Devi. Through this movie, Shabnam, Rahman and Subhash Dutta made their debut in the film and contributed to the growth of the film industry throughout their career. In coming years, he made films like Rajdhanir Buke (1960), Harano Din (1961), Chanda (1962) (first Urdu movie in Bangladesh), Notun Sur (1962), Talash (1963), Sagar (1965) (second coloured movie in Bangladesh after Zahir Raihan's Sangam (1964)), Chakori (1967), Pitch Dhala Path (1968), Chand Aur Chandni (1968), Payal (1968), Anari (1969), Daagh (1969), Shakti (1984), Chandni (1991), Chandni Raatey (1993), Moumachi (1996) etc.
Ehtesham produced films in a time of tough competition. At that time there were plenty of Indian Bangla/Hindi and Pakistani Urdu movies in vogue in Bangladesh. He broke some long-established customs of Bangladeshi films. Rahman was the villain in his first film but was cast as hero in his next film - this heralded a new trend in Bangladeshi film. He choose relatively unknown singer Nadeem Baig to play the lead role in Chakori (1967) as Anu. Nadeem shot to stardom in both Pakistan and Bangladesh after this film, cementing his career as film hero in Pakistan. Nadeem Baig later became Ehtesham's son-in-law, marrying his only daughter Farzana Baig (née Ehtesham) in 1969.
He enriched the film industry of Bangladesh by introducing a number of talents through his films. He gave breakthrough to producers/directors like Zahir Raihan, Mustafizul Haq, Azizur Rahman, IR Khan, Kamal Ahmed, Shibli Sadique, music director Robin Ghosh, singer Shahnaz Rahmatullah, introduced actors and actresses like Shabnam, Rahman, Nadeem Baig, Shabana, Chitra Zahir, Shabnaz, Nayeem, Shabnur, Sabbir, Shams, Munmun and many more.
Ehtesham played a leading role as the organiser of 'Purba Pakistan Chalachchitra Samiti' (East Pakistan Cinematic Society). His pioneering efforts led to the establishment of film studios and other technical facilities in Dhaka which is now known as Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC).
Ehtesham passed away in Dhaka on 17 February 2002 in his sleep.