Tama Mirza (also spelled Toma Mirza) is a Bangladeshi film actress, recognized for her versatile performances in both mainstream Dhallywood films and web-based digital content.[1] She made her acting debut in 2010 with the film Bolo Na Tumi Amar, quickly gaining attention for her on-screen presence. Her breakout role came in Nodijon (2015), she won Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for the film Nodijon (2015).[2][3] Mirza is known for her diverse roles in both films and web series, including Game Returns (2017) and Suorongo (2023). She has also gained prominence on digital platforms with her role in Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi (2021), for which she received multiple awards.
Tama Mirza | |
|---|---|
তমা মির্জা | |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Alma mater | Manarat International University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2010—present |
| Known for | Nodijon, Surongo |
| Awards | National Film Award (2015) |
Education
editMirza completed LLB from Manarat International University in 2023.[4][5]
As of 2017, Mirza acted in 13 films.[6]
Career
editRecent Work (2022–present)
editIn 2023, Tama starred opposite Afran Nisho in Suorongo,[7] a thriller directed by Raihan Rafi. The film became a box-office success in Bangladesh and was also released internationally, including in West Bengal and the Middle East. Tama's performance was widely praised, and the film set new records in the Bangladeshi film industry. Following the success of Suorongo, Tama signed on to star in another project with director Raihan Rafi, titled Oshiyot.[8]
Versatility and Web Films (2016–2021)
editIn the years following her National Award win, Tama shifted her focus from traditional cinema to web films and OTT platforms. She starred in Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi (2021), which was critically acclaimed, winning the Best Actor (Female) at The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards. Her role in Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi earned her significant recognition in the growing Bangladeshi OTT space.[9]
Tama has continued to challenge herself with a variety of roles, including leading roles in web series like Friday (2023) and Buker Moddhye Agun (2023).[10]
Film Debut and Success (2010–2015)
editTama Mirza made her debut in the Dhallywood film industry in 2010 with Bolo Na Tumi Amar, directed by M B Manik. However, her breakthrough came in 2015 with Nodijon, a film directed by Shahnewaz Kakoli. Her portrayal of a supporting character in the film won her the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Personal life
editMirza first married Hisham Chishti. They were divorced in 2021.[11]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Bolo Na Tumi Amar | Debut Film | [12] | |
| 2011 | Ekbar Bolo Bhalobashi | |||
| Chotto Songsar | ||||
| 2012 | O Amar Desher Mati | |||
| Ek Mon Ek Pran | ||||
| Mon Bujhena | ||||
| Manik Ratan Dui Bhai | ||||
| 2013 | Eve Teasing | |||
| Tomar Majhe Ami | ||||
| 2014 | Tomar Kache Rini | |||
| Palabar Poth Nei | ||||
| 2015 | Nodijon | |||
| 2017 | Game Returns | |||
| Ohongkar | Taniya | |||
| Grash | ||||
| Chol Palai | ||||
| 2019 | Gohiner Gaan | |||
| 2021 | The Dark Side of Dhaka | Webfilm on Chorki | ||
| Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi | Pakhi | Webfilm on Chorki | ||
| 2022 | Anandi | Anandi | Webfilm on Rtv | |
| Floor Number 7 | Pakhi | Webfilm on Chorki | ||
| Cafe Desire | Pia | Webfilm on Chorki | ||
| 2023 | Friday | Muna | Webfilm on Binge | |
| Surongo | Moyna | [13] |
Web series
edit| Year | Title | Character | OTT | Co-Artist | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 9 April | Binge | Momo, Shohel Mondol, Tropa Mazumder | Kaushik Shankar Das | ||
| 2023 | Buker Moddhye Agun | Sabina | Hoichoi | Ziaul Faruq Apurba, Yash Rohan | Taneem Rahman Angshu |
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Bangladesh National Film Award | Best Supporting Actress | Nodijon | Won | |
| 2021 | ICT Channel i Digital Media Award | Best Actress | Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi | Won | [14] |
| 2013 | CJFB Performance Award | Best Actress | Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi | Won | |
| 2021 | The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Award | Best Actress | Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi | Won |
References
edit- ^ ""I'm not on Facebook"". The Daily Star. 2015-01-15. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
- ^ "PM distributes National Film Awards-2015". The Daily Star. 2017-07-24. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
- ^ Shazu, Shah Alam (2023-06-30). "'Shurongo' made my Eid even more colourful: Tama Mirza". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2023-06-30.
- ^ "Tama Mirza graduates". The Daily Star. 2023-07-31. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
- ^ "Celluloid dreams". The Daily Star. 2012-07-01. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
- ^ "Is Toma Mirza ready to change the "Game"?". The Daily Star. 2017-10-20. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
- ^ Shazu, Shah Alam (2023-06-30). "'Shurongo' made my Eid even more colourful: Tama Mirza". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
- ^ Arts & Entertainment Desk (2024-07-18). "Afran Nisho pens heartfelt poem in support of quota reform protesters". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
- ^ "Tama, Babu's 'Khachar Vitor Ochin Pakhi'". bangladeshpost.net. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
- ^ Arts & Entertainment Desk (2023-03-03). "'Buker Moddhe Agun' allegedly based on Salman Shah, released". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
- ^ "ঢাকাই শোবিজের আলোচিত বিয়ে ও ভাঙন". The Daily Star Bangla (in Bengali). 2022-07-26. Retrieved 2023-07-31.
- ^ "GRAPE VINE". The Daily Star. 2015-01-24. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ^ "Nisho's 'Surongo' to hit the theaters soon". www.dhakatribune.com. 2023-03-02. Retrieved 2023-05-10.
- ^ প্রতিবেদক, বিনোদন (2022-03-13). "তখন মায়ের মুখটিই ভেসে উঠেছে". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2023-12-29.
External links
edit- Tama Mirza at IMDb
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