Arifa Pervin Zaman, better known as Moushumi, is a renowned Bangladeshi actress, director, model, and singer.
She became one of the leading figures of Dhallywood after her breakthrough in Keyamat Theke Keyamat, later building an extensive film career and earning three Bangladesh National Film Awards for Best Actress. She has also directed several films and worked in humanitarian initiatives.
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| Real Name: | Arifa Pervin Zaman |
| Stage Name: | Moushumi |
| Born: | November 3, 1973 (age 52 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Khulna, Bangladesh |
| Nationality: | Bangladeshi |
| Ethnicity: | Bengali |
| Height: | 168 cm (5 feet 6 inches) |
| Religion: | Islam |
| Parents: | Nazmuzzaman Biswas, Shamima Khatun |
| Siblings: | Erin Zaman, Snigdha Zaman |
| Spouse: | Omar Sani (m.1996) |
| Relationship: | Married |
| Children: | Fardeen Ehsan, Faiza |
| Occupation: | Actress, Director, Model, Singer |
| Net Worth: | $5 million |
Early life and education
Mousumi was born on November 3, 1973, in Khulna, Bangladesh. She was born to Nazmuzzaman Biswas and Shamima Khatun. Her ethnicity is Bengali, and her religion is Islam.
She grew up alongside her younger sisters, Erin Zaman and Snigdha Zaman, in Khulna before establishing herself in the entertainment industry. Her educational background is unknown.
Career
Mousumi began her entertainment journey after winning the Ananda Bichitra Photo Beauty Contest in 1990, an achievement that led to television commercials and further opportunities in show business. She made her film debut in Keyamat Theke Keyamat, which became a major success and launched her partnership on screen with Salman Shah.
She later appeared in numerous commercially successful Bangladeshi films, including Ontare Ontare, Dola, Denmohor, Meher Nigar, Meghla Akash, and Devdas.
Mousumi also founded the production company Kopotaksh Cholochitra in 1997 and moved into directing, making Kokhono Megh Kokhono Brishti. Her acting career has earned three Bangladesh National Film Awards for Best Actress. She was also appointed a UNICEF goodwill ambassador in 2013.
Awards and nominations
- Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress — Meghla Akash
- Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress — Devdas
- Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress — Taarkata
- Meril-Prothom Alo Award — Best Film Actress for Golapi Ekhon Bilatey
- Meril-Prothom Alo Award — Best Film Actress for Projapoti
- Meril-Prothom Alo Award — Best Film Actress for Ek Cup Cha
Social media
- Instagram: @moushumiofficial
Personal life
Mousumi, 52 years old, is married to Bangladeshi actor Omar Sani, and their marriage began on August 2, 1996. The couple have two children, Fardeen Ehsan and Faiza.
No confirmed former relationship is included in her established personal history. Mousumi has maintained interests in singing, dancing, travelling, film, and charitable work, particularly initiatives supporting women and children. Her height is 168 cm (5 feet 6 inches).
Net worth
Mousumi‘s net worth is $5 million. Her wealth comes from her long-running acting career, film production, directing, modelling, singing, television work, and other entertainment activities.
Her extensive Dhallywood filmography and successful work as a producer and director have contributed substantially to her financial standing.
Filmography
- Keyamat Theke Keyamat
- Meghla Akash
- Kokhono Megh Kokhono Brishti
- Devdas
- Taarkata
Upcoming filmography
- Jam
- Amar Baba
- Bhangon