Challenger (actor)
Bangladeshi actor
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Challenger (born ASM Tofazzal Hossain; 1959 – 12 October 2010) was a Bangladeshi television and film actor known for his work in many dramas and movies. He became popular for his performances in television dramas and later appeared in several feature films.[1][2][3]
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| Born | ASM Tofazzal Hossain |
| Died | (aged 52) Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Resting place | Paikpara, Dhamrai, Manikganj, Bangladesh |
| Other names | Sadek |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Relatives | Monira Mithu (sister) |
Early life and Career
Challenger was born in 1959 in Dhaka, which was then part of East Pakistan (now in Bangladesh). His birth name was ASM Tofazzal Hossain and he was also known by the personal nickname Sadek. His younger sister Monira Mithu, is a well-known television actress in Bangladesh. Hossain was nicknamed "Challenger" by writer, director Humayun Ahmed, when he debuted his acting career in the television drama Hablonger Bazare.[3]
Works
Television dramas
- Hablong-er Bazare (2000)
- Onath Babur Bhoy (2009)
- Brikkho Manab
- Bhober Haat
- Shawkat Shaheber Gari Kena
- Jamunar Jol Dekhtey Kalo
- Gani Shaheber Shesh Kichhudin
- Lilaboti
- Juta Baba
- Salek Dofadar
- Warrant
- Khela
- Dholbatti
- Aj Jorir Biye
- Khuab Nagar
- Chor
- Rupali Ratri
- Pichas Maqbul
- Poddo
- Akti Aoulokkik Bhromon Kahini
- Jol Torongo
- Ai Borshay
- Jinda Kobor
- Aziz Shahed er Pap
- 24 Caret Man
Guest appearance
- Tara Tin Jon
Drama serials
- Chandra Karigor
- Kala Koitor
- Ure Jay Bok Pokkhi
- Aim in Life
Films
- Shyamol Chhaya (2004)
- Noy Number Bipod Sanket
- Daruchini Dwip (2007)
- Lal Shobuj
- Kaal Shokaley
Personal life
Challenger was respected by colleagues and audiences for his natural acting style and professionalism. In 2009, he became ill during the filming of Onath Babur Bhoy and was later diagnosed with brain cancer. He was taken to Singapore for treatment but his health did not improve. He died on 12 October 2010 in Dhaka at the age of 51. Actress Monira Mithu is Challenger's younger sister.[4]
