Rahman (Bangladeshi actor)

Abdur Rahman (known as Rahman; 27 February 1937 – 18 July 2005) was a film actor and director. He acted in Bengali, Urdu and Pushtu films in Dhaka, Karachi and Lahore from 1958 until the 1970s.

Rahman made his debut in Ehtesham's Bengali movie: E Desh Tomaar Amaar in 1958 as a villain at 21 years of age. He then moved on as a hero and acted in other films including Uttaran, Talash, Chanda, Darshan, Jowar Bhata and Harano Din. He acted with actress Shabnam in most films.

After the Bangladesh Liberation War, Rehman continued his film career in Pakistan acting in films Chahat, Doraha, Lagan, etc. Later, he returned to Dhaka and renewed his acting career. His last film was Aamar Shongshar, directed by Ashok Ghosh.

• Nigar Award