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Apurba DS Cafe
One of the most popular faces on TV at this moment is Apurba — an able actor who keeps on outshining his own popularity. His schedule is always packed with acting projects; a trend he wants to continue for the rest of his life. Apurba is also keen on working on the silver screen, and is set to make his debut as a director.
The 5'11" tall star recently came to The Daily Star Centre to chat with his fans at DS Cafe. Here are excerpts from his phone conversations with fans from every corner of the country.
Mithhun Boshak, Motijheel, Dhaka: You are busy with TV dramas and modeling. Will we see you in movies anytime soon?
Apurba: Of course I have plans to work in films, but only in those that are not run of the mill. The plot, director and co-artistes all have to be good.
Samia, Dhaka: Who would you prefer as a co-artiste if you work in a movie?
Apurba: It's difficult to choose. I have no particular preference.
Lonny, Banani: Do you believe in women’s emancipation?
Apurba: I have complete support for women emancipation. How else would the country move forward?
Sabria, Dhaka: Why were you named Apurba?
Apurba: When I was born, Satyajit Ray's “Apur Shongshar" was all the rage. My mother named me Apurba after watching the film, but she calls me Apu at home.
Rita, Gazipur: You've been paired up with Tarin in many plays. What is your opinion of her?
Apurba: Tarin is an actress of great calibre. She also has a good understanding of the craft.
Sanjoy, Sylhet: Are we getting enough plays
with strong social messages?
Apurba: Dramas are a form of entertainment, just like reading books. Everyone has his/her own definition of entertainment. I believe that every play has its own special message. The dramatists and directors always try to deliver some messages. I've also done many plays, which tried to deliver specific messages.
TDS( The Daily Star): We all have fascination with something. What do you collect?
Apurba: To be honest, I have many such collections. I have a large collection of suits. I also have collections of shoes, watches, sunglasses and colognes. Tve also gathered a large collection of movies, books and guitars.
Shanta, Chittagong: I know that you are a good singer as well. What kind of songs do you sing?
Apurba: I do sing Rabindra Sangeet and other songs.
Samiya, Mirpur: We’ve seen you hum songs in many TV plays. Where did you learn singing?
Apurba: I didn't have proper music lessons. My mother — Firoza Ahmed -- was an artiste at Rajshahi Betar. My maternal grandmother was also an announcer for Rajshahi Betar. Maybe the melody in my voice is hereditary. I listen to a lot of music and learn the tunes by humming.
Reza, Dhaka: How did you become an actor?
Apurba: Gazi Rakayet introduced me to acting — through the drama "Boibahik”.
Maria, Sylhet: What was your first modelling performance?
Apurba: In a TV commercial for Nescafe, directed by Amitabh Reza. Then I went on to do another commercial, also by Amitabh Reza, for Lab Aid. Those two commercials gave me recognition.
Purobi, Sylhet: How many of your TV plays are currently being aired?
Apurba: NTV is airing Ferdous Hasan's serial "Bondhu Amar”, while Channel 24 is showing
"Pa Rekhechhi Joubone" - another drama by the same director. I'm also working on some new projects.
Joy, Sylhet: I'm going through some serious personal problems. How can I get rid of the pain?
Apurba: Life is full of joy and pain. Just like you cannot find happiness all the time, the suffering also heals after some time. Hopefully things will turn better for you soon.
TDS: What do you do when you get a break during shooting?
Apurba: I don’t usually get such breaks. Most of the time is spent on memorising the dialogues. The extra time I get is spent on chatting. Sometimes the adda sessions are long.
Caesar, Khulna: Are you an organised man?
Apurba: Yes, you can say that I am organised to some extent.
Sumi, Dinajpur: Why don't we see you in BTV dramas?
Apruba: The truth is I don't get offers from BTV producers.
Nodi, Chandpur: Have you ever done river cruises?
Apurba: Once my friends and I took a river cruise to Chandpur to enjoy the full moon. I will always remember that experience.
Rana, Chittagong: I read in newspaper articles that you will start directing soon?
Apurba: You are right. I'll start directing the tele-film "Backdated” from next month. I’ve made preparations for the project. Hopefully you will be able to enjoy the telefilm during Eid-ul-Adha. I’ve set up a production house called ASI Creations Limited. It will make many more dramas and commercials.