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 of high-profile campaigns that established her as a prominent face in the industry.
With more than two decades in Bangladeshi television, she has become a familiar presence on the small screen. Trained in classical dance by Shamim Ara Nipa and Shibli Mohammad, Tahmeena brings a refined artistic sensibility to her acting, combining disciplined technique with natural charisma. Though offered film roles, she has at times turned down parts that clashed with her principles, preferring work that honours her artistic integrity.
In this candid conversation, Tahmeena opens up about her life, family and journey through stardom. An alumna of Lalmatia Mohila College in Dhaka, she has been active in the media since 1999 and continues to inspire with her authenticity and resilience. While she is the younger sister of the renowned film actress Shabnaz, Tahmeena has forged a distinct identity of her own within the entertainment world.
Recorded 27 January 2024
