The 2006 film Koti Takar Kabin served as a pivotal moment for Apu Biswas, establishing her as a prominent presence in Dhallywood after a series of early career roles. Starring opposite actor Shakib Khan, she secured a position in the industry that led to participation in more than 75 collaborative projects over the following decade.
Early Career and Breakthrough
Born on 11 October in Bogura, Bangladesh, Biswas debuted in the film industry in 2006 with the release of Kal Shokale. Her initial film credits included works such as Kaal Sokale, O Amar Chhele, Machine Man, and Pitar Ason. The subsequent commercial success of films like Chachchu and Koti Takar Kabin solidified her status among leading actresses. By the end of the 2010s, titles such as Number One Shakib Khan and Bhalobaslei Ghor Bandha Jay Na maintained her profile as a top performer within the Bangladeshi film sector.
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Beyond her standard commercial releases, Biswas engaged in roles that adapted classical narratives for modern audiences. In 2013, she portrayed the character of Parvati in a Bangladeshi remake of Devdas. That same year, she appeared in the production titled My Name Is Khan. These roles demonstrated her range within the local cinema landscape during a period of sustained professional output.
Personal History and Public Declarations
Biswas married actor Shakib Khan on 18 April 2008. The union remained private until 10 April 2017, when she disclosed the marriage and the existence of their son, Abraam Khan Joy, born 27 September 2016, during a television appearance. Khan initiated divorce proceedings on 22 November 2017, and the marriage ended on 22 February 2018. Regarding her religious identity, Biswas previously claimed to have converted from Hinduism to Islam to facilitate the marriage. In a May 2025 interview with The Daily Ittefaq, she clarified that she never converted and had misrepresented her religious status to protect her family and child.
Fast facts
- Born: 11 October, Bogura, Bangladesh
- Occupation: Actor
- Debut Year: 2006
- Known Collaborator: Shakib Khan
- Major Awards: Ifad Film Club Award, Bachsas Awards
- Religion: Hinduism
Questions readers ask
Did Apu Biswas convert to Islam?
No. While she claimed to have converted in 2017 to facilitate her marriage to Shakib Khan, she clarified in 2025 that she never changed her religion from Hinduism.
How many films did Apu Biswas star in with Shakib Khan?
She has acted alongside Shakib Khan in more than 75 films throughout her career.
