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
NationalityBangladeshi
Alma materManarat International University
OccupationActress
Years active2010—present
Known forNodijon, Surongo
AwardsNational Film Award (2015)

Education

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Mirza completed LLB from Manarat International University in 2023.[4][5]

As of 2017, Mirza acted in 13 films.[6]

Career

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Recent Work (2022–present)

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In 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)

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In 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)

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Tama 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

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Mirza first married Hisham Chishti. They were divorced in 2021.[11]

Filmography

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Films

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Year Film Role Notes Ref.
2010 Bolo Na Tumi Amar Debut Film
2013 O Amar Desher Mati
2015 Nodijon National Film Award (Best Supporting Actress) [12]
2017 Game Returns [13]
2023 Suorongo Lead Role [7]

TV Drama

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Year Drama Role Notes Ref.
2010 Bolo Na Tumi Amar Debut Film [14]
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 [15]

Web series

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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

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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 [16]
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

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  1. ^ ""I'm not on Facebook"". The Daily Star. 2015-01-15. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
  2. ^ "PM distributes National Film Awards-2015". The Daily Star. 2017-07-24. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
  3. ^ Shazu, Shah Alam (2023-06-30). "'Shurongo' made my Eid even more colourful: Tama Mirza". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2023-06-30.
  4. ^ "Tama Mirza graduates". The Daily Star. 2023-07-31. Retrieved 2023-08-01.
  5. ^ "Celluloid dreams". The Daily Star. 2012-07-01. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
  6. ^ "Is Toma Mirza ready to change the "Game"?". The Daily Star. 2017-10-20. Retrieved 2018-01-19.
  7. ^ a b Shazu, Shah Alam (2023-06-30). "'Shurongo' made my Eid even more colourful: Tama Mirza". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  8. ^ Arts & Entertainment Desk (2024-07-18). "Afran Nisho pens heartfelt poem in support of quota reform protesters". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  9. ^ "Tama, Babu's 'Khachar Vitor Ochin Pakhi'". bangladeshpost.net. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  10. ^ Arts & Entertainment Desk (2023-03-03). "'Buker Moddhe Agun' allegedly based on Salman Shah, released". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  11. ^ "ঢাকাই শোবিজের আলোচিত বিয়ে ও ভাঙন". The Daily Star Bangla (in Bengali). 2022-07-26. Retrieved 2023-07-31.
  12. ^ প্রতিবেদক, বিনোদন (2021-12-12). "মমকে কাছে পেয়ে উচ্ছ্বসিত তমা". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  13. ^ "Nirab, Tama reunite in 'Emoni Ek Dhandha' music video". businesspostbd.com. Retrieved 2024-10-15.
  14. ^ "GRAPE VINE". The Daily Star. 2015-01-24. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
  15. ^ "Nisho's 'Surongo' to hit the theaters soon". www.dhakatribune.com. 2023-03-02. Retrieved 2023-05-10.
  16. ^ প্রতিবেদক, বিনোদন (2022-03-13). "তখন মায়ের মুখটিই ভেসে উঠেছে". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2023-12-29.
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