Celebrity Interviews

  • In conversation with Hridi Huq, theatre activist and filmmaker

    23 min | 21 Apr 2026 Hridi Huq is a theatre activist and filmmaker whose work explores performance, social justice and visual storytelling. In this interview, she discusses her creative journey, influences and the impact of her work.

  • Sonia x Lutfor Hasan: a powerful one‑on‑one

    35 min | 17 Feb 2026 Watch Rupali TV’s full interview with the singer‑songwriter, musician and author Lutfor Hasan. Lutfor Hasan is a Bangladeshi singer‑songwriter, musician, lyricist and author recognised for his contribution to contemporary Bangla music. Born in Tangail and later educated at Rajshahi University, he gained wider attention […]

  • Tahmeena Sultana Mou on life, family & stardom

    30 min | 9 Nov 2025 Sonia speaks with Tahmeena Sultana Mou, a celebrated Bangladeshi actress and model renowned for her versatile performances in television dramas and her early success in modelling. Tahmeena launched her career in advertising under the direction of Afzal Hossain, swiftly earning recognition through a string […]

  • Watch in full: the ‘Ashik’ interview

    28 min | 12 Aug 2025 Syed Ashikur Rahman, widely known by his stage name Ashik, is a celebrated figure in Bangladesh’s music scene, particularly revered for his contributions to folk and Baul traditions. His extensive discography, spanning numerous albums and singles, reflects a deep commitment to preserving and reimagining […]

  • The story behind Ilias Kanchan’s beard

    2 min | 25 Apr 2025 Rukshana Hashi Sonia speaks with the Bangladeshi actor and activist, Idris Ali—also known as Ilias Kanchan—about his decision to wear a beard.

  • 9 minutes with Raihan Rafi: uncut interview clip

    9 min | 4 Apr 2025 Watch Rupali TV’s interview clip with Raihan Rafi, the acclaimed Bangladeshi film director. Raihan Rafi is a prominent Bangladeshi film director, screenwriter and producer. He is best known for his impactful films like Poramon 2, Dahan, Poran and Surongo. His works often delve into […]

  • Sonia chats with Rahana Rakhi

    25 min | 1 Apr 2025 Watch Rupali TV’s full interview with the Bangladeshi YouTuber and vlogger Rahana Rakhi. Rahana Akhter Rakhi is a YouTuber and vlogger who shares her lifestyle, cooking, and travel experiences on her channel. She is originally from Bangladesh and now resides in France. Her content […]

  • The ‘Zhilik’ interview

    23 min | 30 Mar 2025 Zanita Ahmed Zhilik, popularly known as Zhilik, is a renowned singer from Bangladesh, celebrated for her contributions to pop and classical music. She gained prominence after winning the Channel-i musical show “Shera Kontho” in 2008. Born in Rangpur, Bangladesh, she was raised in a […]

  • 21 minutes with Samira Khan Mahi: uncut interview clip

    21 min | 14 Feb 2025 Samira Khan Mahi, born Farjana Yesmin Koly in 1997 in Sylhet, Bangladesh. She is a versatile actress, model and social media influencer. Known by her stage name, Samira Khan Mahi, she has gained a large following due to her captivating performances in various Bengali […]

  • Ilias Kanchan: ‘We have some problems in our country’

    43 min | 23 Oct 2024 Rukshana Hashi Sonia talks to the Bangladeshi actor and activist, Ilias Kanchan, about some of the problems facing Bangladesh, including traffic awareness and road safety. Ilias Kanchan, born Idris Ali in 1956 in Kishoreganj, Bangladesh, is a celebrated actor and social activist. He starred […]