Arifa Parvin Zaman, whose stage name is Moushumi, is a Bangladeshi actress who has been a veteran of her country’s entertainment industry for almost 25 years. She has appeared in over 200 films and many TV dramas and has also been a judge on several reality TV shows. Arifa Parvin Zaman Moushumi is a well-respected actress who has won the Bangladeshi National Film Award for best actress three times in her career. She is managing her own production company, Kopotakshma Cholochitra and her welfare foundation. Keep reading to learn more about Arifa Parvin Zaman Moushumi’s wiki, husband, age, height, family, and more.
Personal Details
Moushumi (মৌসুমী) was born on the 3rd of November 1972, in Khulna, Bangladesh. She started her career as a singer in several musical competitions. Moushumi also appeared in modelling photoshoots, which allowed her to appear in several TV commercials. She is also currently Bangladesh’s National Goodwill ambassador for UNICEF.
| Real Name/ Full Name | Arifa Parvin Zaman Moushumi (মৌসুমী) |
| Birthplace | Khulna, Bangladesh |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Profession(s) | Model, Actor |
| Years Active | 1993 – Present |
| Zodiac sign | Scorpio |
| Birthday | 3rd November 1972 |
| Age | 51 years (As of 2023) |
| Hometown | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Religion | Muslim |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Hobby | travelling |
Education
The educational background of Moushumi is not available in the public domain.
| Qualification | Yet To Update |
| School | Yet To Update |
| High School | Yet To Update |
| College | Yet To Update |
| Extra Qualification | Yet To Update |
Family & Relationships
Moushumi’s father’s name is Nazmuzzaman Moni, and her mother’s is Shamima Akhter Zaman. She has a younger sister, Erin Zaman, who is also an actress and TV presenter in Bangladesh. Moushumi is married to a Bangladeshi actor Omar Sani and has two children. Her son’s name is Fardin Ehsan Shadin and her daughter’s is Faiza.
| Father Name | Nazmuzzaman Moni |
| Mother Name | Shamima Akhter Zaman |
| Children | Son: Fardin Ehsan Shadin, Daughter: Faiza |
| Siblings | Sister: Erin Zaman |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Husband | Omar Sani |
Height, Weight, Body Measurements & More
Moushumi (মৌসুমী) stands 5 feet and 5 inches tall and weighs approximately 69 kg. She has light brown eyes coupled with black hair. Moushumi’s body measurements are 36-28-38.
| Height (feet) | 5 feet 5 inches |
| Weight (Kilograms)(approx.) | 69 kg |
| Figure Measurements (approx.) | 36-28-38 |
| Eye’s Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Career
Moushumi (মৌসুমী) started her professional career as a singer and model appearing in various competitions. She won a beauty contest in the early 90s called the Ananda Bichitra Photo Contest, which cleared her way to appear in TV commercials. Moushumi was spotted in her TV commercials and was cast in her first film in 1993. Since then, Moushumi has acted in 200 films, TV dramas, telefilms, and TV reality shows. She has also directed two films and done playback singing for two other films. Keep reading below to learn more details about Moushumi’s career.
Actress
Films
Moushumi started appearing on the big screen in 1993 with the film Keyamot Theke Keyamot directed by Sohanur Rahman Sohan. She starred in this film opposite Salman Shah and got instant recognition as an actress because the film became a super hit. Moushumi’s first critically acclaimed role was in the 2001 film Meghla Akash directed by Nargis Akter. She shared screenspace in this film with Ayub Khan and Shakil Khan. Moushumi won her first Bangladeshi National Film Award for best actress for her role in this film. Her most popular film role was in 2010’s Golapi Ekhon Bilatey directed by Amjad Hossain. She starred opposite Ferdous Ahmed and Bollywood and Tollywood legend Mithun Chakraborty in this film.
Other popular and important films in Moushumi’s career include Tumi Amar (1994), Den Mohor (1995), Ammajan (1999), Kosto (2000), Lalsalu (2001), Itihaas (2002), Projapoti (2011), Devdas (2013), Taarkata (2014), Ek Cup Cha (2014), and many many more.
TV Appearances
Moushumi’s first TV appearance as an actress was in the 1996 TV drama Swajan directed by Sohanur Rahman Sohan. She appeared in this drama along with Ilias Kanchan and Rubel. Moushumi’s most popular TV appearance was in the 1996 TV drama Shukher Swargo directed by Isphahani Arif Jahan. She co-starred in this drama with Alamgir and Shabana. Moushumi’s first role in a TV serial was 2015’s Channel I serial Shunno Jibon. Other significant TV appearances of Moushumi are Baghini Konna (1996), Andha Bhalobasha (1997), Moger Mullok (1999), Gunda Number One (2000), Sandhya Raag (2001), Super Hero Super Heroine (judge) (2008), Power Voice (judge) (2012), Kajoler Ontordhaan (2012), and many more.
Director
Moushumi’s first directorial venture was in the 2003 telefilm Kokhono Megh Kokhono Brishti. The telefilm starred Ferdous Ahmed and Abdur Razzak. Moushumi also directed the 2005 telefilm Meher Negar which starred Ferdous Ahmed and Nader Chowdhury along with Moushumi herself.
Playback Singer
Moushumi did playback singing for the first time in the 2005 film The Motherhood directed by Zahid Hossain. She sang the song Amar Sona Ghonu Re in this film. Moushumi also did playback singing for the 2006 film Bindur Chhele directed by Mushfikur Rahman Guljar.
Awards & Achievements
- 2001 Bangladesh National Film Awards – Best Actress – Won.
- 2005 Bachsas Awards – Best Actress – Won.
- 2008 Bachsas Awards – Best Actress – Won.
- 2010 Bachsas Awards – Best Actress – Won.
- 2010 Meril Prothom Alo Awards – Best Film Actress (Public Choice) – Won.
- 2011 Meril Prothom Alo Awards – Best Film Actress (Public Choice) – Won.
- 2013 Bangladesh National Film Awards – Best Actress – Won.
- 2014 Bangladesh National Film Awards – Best Actress – Won.
- 2014 Meril Prothom Alo Awards – Best Film Actress (Critics’ Choice) – Won.
| Debut | Film: Keyamot Theke Keyamot (1993) TV: Swajan (1996) |
| Superhit Movies | Keyamot Theke Keyamot (1993), Tumi Amar (1994), Den Mohor (1995), Ammajan (1999), Kosto (2000), Meghla Akash (2001), Lalsalu (2001), Itihaas (2002), Golapi Ekhon Bilatey (2010), Projapoti (2011), Devdas (2013), Taarkata (2014), Ek Cup Cha (2014) |
| Popular TV Shows | Swajan (1996), Shukher Swargo (1996), Baghini Konna (1996), Andha Bhalobasha (1997), Moger Mullok (1999), Gunda Number One (2000), Sandhya Raag (2001), Super Hero Super Heroine (judge) (2008), Power Voice (judge) (2012), Kajoler Ontordhaan (2012), Shunno Jibon (2015) |
| TV Advertisement | Lux, Tibet Soaps |
| Music Videos | Yet To Update |
Earnings & Net Worth
Moushumi charges between 7.65 lakhs INR (10 lakhs Bangladeshi Taka) and 11.48 lakhs INR (15 lakhs Bangladeshi Taka) for her film roles. Her net worth is estimated to range from 6.12 crores INR (8 crores Bangladeshi Taka) to 9.18 crores INR (12 crores Bangladeshi Taka).
| Salary ( approx) | 7.65 lakhs INR (10 lakhs Bangladeshi Taka) to 11.48 lakhs INR (15 lakhs Bangladeshi Taka) per film |
| Income | |
| Net Worth | 6.12 crores INR (8 crores Bangladeshi Taka) to 9.18 crores INR (12 crores Bangladeshi Taka) (estimated) |
| House | Yet To Update |
| Car | Yet To Update |
| Other Property | Yet To Update |
Facts
- Moushumi has a pet Persian cat called Simba.\
- She loves to travel to exotic places.
- Moushumi is a huge fan of Rabindranath Tagore and his works.
- She does a lot of work for abandoned children through her child welfare trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moushumi’s age?
Ans: Moushumi (মৌসুমী) is 51 years old as of 2023.
What is Moushumi’s Instagram account?
Ans: Moushumi’s Instagram account is @moushumiofficial.
