Shakil Khan
Bangladeshi actor and politician
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Shakil Ahasan (born 3 November 1968), better known as Shakil Khan, is a Bangladeshi film actor, politician, businessman, and social activist who dominantly works in Dhallywood cinema. He made his debut in the film Amar Ghor Amar Behesht (1997).[1]
3 November 1968
- Actor
- politician
- businessman
- social activist
Shakil Khan | |
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| শাকিল খান | |
| Born | Shakil Ahasan 3 November 1968 Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1997-2025 |
| Notable work | Biyer Phul, Meghla Akash, Abujh Bou, Baba Amar Baba |
| Spouses | Jona
(m. 2002; div. 2003)Sharmin Hossain (m. 2006) |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | shakilkhanofficial |
Career
Khan Started his film career with success of Amar Ghor Amar Behest, thereafter he continued to play the lead roles in genres like romance, social and action in movies such as Paharadar, Maa Jokhon Bicharok, Biyer Phul, Narir Mon, Jibon Chabi, Praner Priyotoma, Sontrashi Bandhu, Ei MonTomake Dilam, Milon Malar Prem, Dushtu Meye Misthi Chele, Jabi Koi, Manush Keno Omanush, Hridoyer Bashi, Sobar Ojante, Amar Antore Tumi, Giringibaj and Bolona Bhalobashi.[2]
Some of his notable performances as a supporting actor are Mayer Bodla, Bhul Sob E Bhul, Manush Manusher Jonno, Sokhi Tumi Kar, Mon, Baba Amar Baba, Koshto, Biyanshab and Tomakey Khujchi. Khan went on to perform in films Paharadar, Biyer Phul, Narir Mon, Koshto, and Abujh Bou, among others.
Khan continued to build his presence in cinema with notable performances in films such as Paharadar etc, his roles during this period showcased his versatility and helped solidify his reputation as a dependable and compelling actor in the industry.
Personal life
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Amar Ghor Amar Behest | Raja | Debut film; remake of Hindi film Dil | [5] |
| 1998 | Ei Mon Tomake Dilam | Noyon | Remake of Hindi film Dilwale | [6] |
| Agnisakkhi | Faisal | [7] | ||
| Raja Rani Badsha | Joy | Indo-Bangladesh joint production; remake of 1991 Kannada film Bhairavi | [8] | |
| Maa Jokhon Bicharok | Raju Chowdhury | [9] | ||
| Milon Malar Prem | Milon | [10] | ||
| Manush Keno Amanush | Shahed Ahmed | [11] | ||
| Amar Ontore Tumi | Shamim | [11] | ||
| 1999 | Paharadar | [5] | ||
| Bilat Ferot Meye | ||||
| Jibon Chabi | ||||
| Biyer Phul | Akash | [5] | ||
| Praner Priyotoma | ||||
| Moger Mulluk | ||||
| Shotru Dhongsho | ||||
| Manush Manusher Jonyo | ||||
| Zor | ||||
| 2000 | Narir Mon | Joy Chowdhury | [5] | |
| Dushtu Chele Misty Meye | Noyon | [12] | ||
| Amar Bou | ||||
| Sobar Ojante | ||||
| Tumi Je Amar | ||||
| Jabi Koi? | ||||
| Sontrashi Bondhu | ||||
| Koshto | Shakil | [5] | ||
| 2001 | Mon | |||
| 2002 | Meghla Akash | Tingku | [5] | |
| Har Har Mahadev | Jaideep | Debut in Hindi film | [8] | |
| Hridoyer Bashi | [13] | |||
| 2005 | Bolona Bhalobasi | Sujon | ||
| 2006 | Mayer Bodla | |||
| 2007 | Brishty Bheja Akash | [14] | ||
| Rokto Pipasa | ||||
| 2008 | Baba Amar Baba | Shoufiq | ||
| Tomakey Khunjchhi | [15] | |||
| 2010 | Abujh Bou | [15] | ||
| 2019 | Prothom Dekha Prothom Prem | Prothom / Uday | Dual role; Released on YouTube | [a] |
Award and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Works | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Meril-Prothom Alo Awards | Best Film Actor | Popularity | Nominated | [17] |
| 2001 | Sweet Media Light Award | Best Film Actor | Excellence in Acting and Exceptional Media Presence | Won | [18] |
| Bangladesh Cultural Movement Award | Best Film Actor | Cultural Contributions and Strengthening the Role of Cinema in National Identity | Won | [19] | |
| 2007 | Human Rights Review Gold Award | Best Film Actor | Impactful Work in Socially Sonscious Films and Advocacy Through Art | Won | [19] |
| 2012 | A-ONE Telemedia Award | Best Film Actor | Outstanding Performance and Contribution to Bangladeshi Cinema | Won | [19] |
| 2024 | CJFB Jury Award | Best Film Actor | Best Achievements of His Acting Career | Won | [20] |
| 2025 | Bangladesh Cultural Reporters' Association "BCRA" Award | Best Film Actor | Won | [21] | |
| Tourism Fair Award | Best Film Actor | Outstanding Performance and Contribution to Bangladeshi Cinema | Won | [22] |