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AFRAN NISHO’S journey to the big screen
SHAH ALAM SHAZU
In the vibrant world of Bangladeshi entertainment, one name has been making waves with his remarkable talent and versatility – Afran Nisho. Now, Nisho is set to embark on an exciting new chapter in his career as he takes his first steps onto the silver screen with his debut film, Shurongo .
In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Nisho opens up about his journey, the challenges he has faced, and the tremendous popularity he has achieved.
From the small screen to OTT, then debuting on the big screen this Eid, how has the journey been?
I don’t believe in categorising acting based on the medium. I consider myself an actor who can adapt to any medium. It’s all about the art of acting. The audience watches an artiste perform, and as an artiste, I strive to deliver my best regardless of the platform. Acting is dynamic and requires understanding the context, the story, and adapting to different environments. At the end of the day, an actor should be able to perform in any medium.
This will be your debut film. How are you feeling?
While it’s my first venture into the world of cinema, it’s not my first acting experience. Throughout this long journey, I have faced numerous struggles and failures. I started my acting career in dramas in 2005, and prior to that, I began modelling in 2000. It has been a step-by-step process of proving myself.
I never had the opportunity to act on stage or receive formal training in acting. Instead, I learned by observing and studying senior actors. I didn’t imitate them, but rather tried to understand their techniques, dialogue delivery, and overall approach. Senior artistes have been my mentors, my sources of learning throughout this journey.
When did you realise that you had become popular as an actor?
Popularity didn’t come overnight. It was a gradual process. As I continued acting, I started noticing that my work was being recognised by the audience. People began talking about my performances. Initially, there wasn’t much discussion, but I didn’t compromise on my acting style. I have always been a hard-working actor. It’s about staying true to oneself and constantly evolving. I embraced a more natural acting style. Eventually, people started mentioning my name, and that’s when I realised I had achieved a level of popularity. But it took time to reach that point.
How was the experience of transitioning to cinema?
Venturing into cinema is a significant responsibility. But is the big screen really different from the others? Making a movie involves a team effort, and I’m just one part of that team. Over the years, I have transitioned from low-budget dramas to OTT platforms. Each step has been a learning experience.
Do you have any fear, worries or doubts as your first movie is about to be released?
No, I am not scared. There’s nothing to lose or win. I have received congratulations from many people for the release of Shurongo . My colleagues and fellow artists have been supportive and have shared their well wishes. The love and feedback I’m receiving before the movie’s release is my biggest gain.
How confident are you about ‘Shurongo’?
I have confidence in the movie. There are high expectations, and everyone will understand it’s worth it, once it is released. The entire team has put in a lot of work, and director Raihan Rafi has worked tirelessly. I believe in fate, and if luck is on our side, something remarkable will happen.