Apu Biswas Barred from Event by Local Protests

Staff Reporter

An event featuring renowned Bangladeshi actress Apu Biswas was canceled after protests from local religious groups in Kamrangirchar, Dhaka. The actress was scheduled to inaugurate the Sonar Thala restaurant on January 28 as the chief guest.

Upon learning of the event, local protestors, identifying themselves as religious leaders and worshippers, lodged a formal complaint with the Kamrangirchar police station. Following police intervention, the restaurant proceeded with its opening without Apu Biswas.

Sheikh Lutfur Rahman, inspector (investigation) of Kamrangirchar Police Station, confirmed the incident. “Local religious leaders raised concerns, and we contacted the restaurant’s management. They decided to go ahead with the inauguration without Apu Biswas,” he said.

A video shared by protestors shows one explaining their objections. “We learned that Apu Biswas was invited to this event. This enraged the local community, including madrasa clerics. We approached the administration to prevent such programs involving actresses or performers in Kamrangirchar,” he said.

Attempts to reach Apu Biswas for comment were unsuccessful.