Ataur Rahman (born 18 June 1941)[1] is a Bangladeshi stage and television actor.[2] He was awarded Ekushey Padak in 2001 and Independence Award in 2021 by the government of Bangladesh for his contribution to drama.[1][3]
Ataur Rahman | |
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আতাউর রহমান | |
| Born | 18 June 1941 Noakhali, Bengal Presidency, British India |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Education | M.Sc (Soil Science) |
| Alma mater | University of Dhaka |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director, writer |
Background
editRahman earned his master's degree in science in 1964 from the University of Dhaka.[4]
Career
editRahman served as the general secretary and later president of Bangladesh Centre of the International Theatre Institute (BCITI).[5][6] He is the founder general secretary of the theater troupe Nagorik Natya Sampradaya.[1] He is a former chairman of Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation.[1][7]
Rahman directed over 35 plays including "Roktokorobi", "Banglar Mati Banglar Jol", "Narigon", "Irsha", "Opekkhoman", and "Waiting for Godot".[1][8]
In August 2019, Rahman was appointed as an Awami League Advisory Council member.[4]
Awards
edit- Independence Award (2021)[9]
- Shaheed Munier Chowdhury Award
- “Chakrabak” award as best stage director
- “Loko Natyadal” Gold Medal for stage direction.
- Anyadin & Impress Telefilm award for best character role.
- Alliance Francaise award for contribution in theatre
- Lifetime Achievement Award by Chanel I Rabindra Mela
- Kazi Mahbubullah Lifetime Award
- Ekushey Padak (2001)
References
edit- ^ a b c d e Saurav Dey (June 18, 2014). "Theatre fest marking Ataur Rahman's birthday". The Daily Star. Retrieved April 11, 2016.
- ^ "Stars share their views". The Daily Star. January 16, 2015. Retrieved April 11, 2016.
- ^ "Gazi Mazharul Anwar and Ataur Rahman receive Swadhinata Padak 2021". The Daily Star. 2021-05-20. Retrieved 2021-05-21.
- ^ a b "Actor Ataur Rahman made Awami League Advisory Council member". daily sun. Retrieved 2023-09-03.
- ^ Rifat Munim (June 3, 2011). "Thriving Theatre Fest". The Daily Star. Archived from the original on April 21, 2016. Retrieved April 11, 2016.
- ^ "Bangladeshi theatre is well appreciated in international arena --Ataur Rahman". The Daily Star. February 17, 2008. Retrieved April 11, 2016.
- ^ ""Not enough works on psychological conflict during Liberation War" -- Ataur Rahman". The Daily Star. April 4, 2013. Retrieved April 11, 2016.
- ^ Zahangir Alom (June 20, 2013). "Paeans to Ataur Rahman". The Daily Star. Retrieved April 11, 2016.
- ^ "10 named for Independence Award 2021". New Age. Retrieved 2021-03-31.