Humayun Ahmed's Life Story

                                 

Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, dramatist, screenwriter, playwright, filmmaker and above all he was one of the famous authors in Bangladesh. He had written so many short stories and published hundreds of books. He is a legendary writer and famous film maker. He had also produced Television dramas which has been popular among people from different generation. His fan and followers still remember him every book fair and other cultural activities. Though he was criticized after getting married with his daughter’s friend, his fan did not disrespect him. Some of his films have been awarded nationally and recognized internationally.

Humayun Ahmed was born at Mohongang in Netrokona. His father’s name is Faizur Rahman Ahmed and mother’s name is Ayesha Foyez. His father was killed in 1971 during the liberation war of Bangladesh. He has published his first novel in 1972 named ‘Nandito Naroke’. By profession Humayun Ahmed was a professor of Chemistry department of Dhaka University. Like him his brothers Mohammad Jafar Iqbal and Ahsan Habib are also popular writers in Bangladesh. His personal life becomes a controversial issue after his second marriage. His writing style was ever entertaining and easily understandable. People from upper class to lower class everyone who knows Bangla can enjoy his books. He used to mix all emotions in one story. His creativity and writing pattern makes his writer create an imaginary world where all the characters seem very real. He always wrote based on the current situation. Because of that his reader can relate easily the story with his real life.

Some of his famous books are Krisnopokkho, Brihonnola, Aj Himur Biye, Aynaghor, Tetul Bone Jochona, Se Ashe Dhire, Josna o Jananir Golpo etc. Films are made base on his sotries such as Aguner Poroshmoni, Daruchini Dip, Amar Ache Jol etc. He was popular among the celebrities of Bangladesh.  He has written songs for his films also. Such as : Ami Aaj Bhejabo Chokh Somudrer Joley, Chadni Poshor Ratey and Amaaar Achey Jol etc.

Some of his famous male characters are Himu, Misir Ali, Baker vi etc. Not only the male character but also some female characters are also popular among readers. For example: Bithi, Rupa, Asmani etc.

He has been awarded many times for his books and films. He was awarded Bangla Academy Award in 1981, National Film Award for best story in 1993, for best film in 1994 & for best dialogue in 1994 and Ekushey Padak in 1994, Lekhak Shibir Prize in 1973, Shishu Academy Award, Jainul Abedin Gold Medal, Michael Madhusudan Medal in 1987, Bacsas Prize in 1988,Humayun Qadir Memorial Prize in 1990, ShelTech Award in 2007 etc.