Shahidullah Sabuj was born into a family that values honesty, simplicity, and compassion. His father, Md. Bashir Hossain Mazumder, affectionately known as Bachchu within the family, is a retired government employee. Throughout his career and personal life, he became widely respected for his integrity, responsibility, and hard work. Even after retirement, he continues to live a modest and humble life, setting an example of honesty and dependability for everyone around him.
His mother, Saleha Begum, who passed away on September 20, 2020, at the age of 56, remains a source of inspiration to the family. She lived with a heart full of generosity, simplicity, and humility. Deeply religious, she found joy in her faith and practiced it with sincerity. She carried a lifelong desire to do something meaningful for others and continued to serve people with kindness until her final days. Forgiveness, compassion, and a graceful simplicity were the defining traits of her character.
On May 21, 2021, Shahidullah Sabuj began a new chapter of life when he married Nawrin Binte Zaman. Their daughter, Ayesha Ilham, was born on October 3, 2022. Sabuj also shares a close bond with his sister, Nahida Sultana (Sathi).
From his uncles and aunts, Sabuj has drawn great inspiration. His great-uncle, Md. Jasim Uddin Mazumder, not only worked in a private organization but also devoted time to painting, gardening. It was he who first encouraged Sabuj to explore art, sparking a lifelong interest. Another uncle, Md. Zahirul Islam Mazumder, played a vital role in shaping Sabuj’s socio-political thinking, and his courage and outlook left a lasting impression.
The life and journey of Shahidullah Sabuj is closely tied to the strength and values of his family. From the humility of his parents, to the inspiration of his uncles, to the companionship of his sister and the love of his own wife and daughter, each connection has shaped who he is today. His story is not only his own—it is also a reflection of the people and values that continue to surround and guide him.
Acting Career
Theater Journey
Shahidullah Sabuj began his theatre journey in 2007, joining Bongorongo Natyadal through a workshop. His first appearance on stage was in Munir Chowdhury’s classic play “Kobor”, directed by Asif Munir Tanmoy at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. Soon after, he performed in “Roshadhar Sudhadharer Rajya”, directed by Mostafa Sharif Mithun.
In January 2011, he entered another chapter of his artistic path by joining the renowned troupe Natyakendra through another workshop. His early contributions were backstage—working in “Aroj Charitamrito,” “Dalimkumar,” and “Protishoron,” while also lending his voice to chorus parts in the first two plays. His return to acting came with “Dui Je Chhilo Ek Chakor” (adapted from Carlo Goldoni’s The Servant of Two Masters), directed by Tariq Anam Khan. Alongside acting, Sabuj managed stage operations and even wrote a parody of the famous Korean song Gangnam Style for the production.
He went on to act in Tariq Anam Khan’s “Bondook Juddho” and in “Punyaho,” directed by Yusuf Hasan Orko, where he played the central male character in a play written by Badruzzaman Alamgir.
His performances crossed borders—on March 2, 2014, he staged Dui Je Chhilo Ek Chakor at Warabi Shimin Kaikan Hall in Saitama, Japan. On February 19, 2023, he performed Punyaha at the historic Tapan Theatre in Kolkata, India.
Beyond acting, he directed Kabor at World University Bangladesh and has guided countless young performers as a workshop trainer, including at Comilla Victoria College Theatre.
Film & OTT
Film Journey
The journey began in 2007 with Likhon Malakar’s short film Look at the Sky Behind (Pechhoner Akashta Dekhe Nio). Then the next year, work continued with another short film by Likhon Malakar titled Pushpopotro.
In 2009, he worked on The Rural Peoples, a project produced with a grant from the British Film Institute (BFI), directed by Al Jibran and John Hilton.
The transition to feature films came in 2015 through Animesh Aich’s Zero Degree. In 2018, he acted in Noor Imran Mithu’s acclaimed film Komola Rocket, which was released in cinemas and later streamed on Netflix.
In 2020, he returned to short films with Lal Gathuni, directed by Abu Hayat Mahmud, and later that year appeared in Mashrikul Alam’s short film Onuprerana.
In 2021, he acted in Alam Anwar’s short film Sorry. The story of Sorry was written by Shahidullah Sabuj, earning him the Nexgn International Short Film Festival (NISFF) Award for Best Story Writer (2021)—marking his first written short film. That same year, he worked in the musical film Tomay Ghire Sob, scripted by legendary actor Mosharraf Karim.
OTT & Digital Platform Journey
The OTT journey began in 2021 with The Broker, directed by Abu Hayat Mahmud and streamed on the international platform ZEE5. In the same year, he also appeared in Abu Hayat Mahmud’s project Jallad.
In 2023, he acted in Humayun Rashid Samrat’s Tin Shoroter Golpo, which was broadcast on Bioscope.
TV Drama & Media Journey
The television drama journey began in 2007 with the serial drama Shopnojatra. In 2008, he acted in the television adaptation of renowned novelist Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay’s celebrated novel Manab Jamin, directed by *Murad Parvez.
In 2009, notable works included Mitir Golpo, written by Anwara Syed Haq and directed by *Ashrafi Mithu; Keranir Bou, also directed by *Ashrafi Mithu; and the serial drama Bhalo Theko Phul, Mishti Bokul, which stood out among the year’s significant productions.
In 2010, Oporahner Golpo, based on a story by Syed Manjurul Islam and directed by *Sajjad Suman, became an inspiring and meaningful work. In 2012, Shahidul Alam Biplob’s Naiyor was a notable addition.
The years 2013 and 2014 marked a turning point in his career with Shei Rokom Cha Khor and Shei Rokom Jhal Khor, productions that gained immense audience popularity and brought a new dimension to his career. Other dramas from the Khor series were also widely appreciated. These works were written by Ashraful Chanchal and directed by *Maruf Mithu.
In 2015, he appeared in Sahidunnabi’s Ghum Babu, Alvi Ahmed’s Nagarik, and Abu Hayat Mahmud’s Red Alert and Protyaborton. In 2016, notable works included Abu Raihan Jewel’s Beauty Boat and Maidul Rakib’s Rock.
In 2017, he acted in Kochi Khondokar’s Ashitechhe Duti Mon Duti Asha, Shams Karim’s Hossain Bhaiyer Dokane Asha Manushjon, and Mir Sabbir’s Noashal. In 2018, significant works included Aranya Anwar’s Full HD, Shamim Zaman’s Chatam Ghor, Saeed Suman’s Debdulaler Biye, and Azad Kalam’s Danob.
In 2019, he worked in Abu Hayat Mahmud’s Golden Bhai and Dada Guide Lagbe—the latter shot in *Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, India. Other notable works that year included Kochi Khondokar’s Cinema Hall, Yes Boss No Boss; Rafat Majumdar Rinku’s Bodh; Ujjal Mahmud’s Jongole Gondogol and Maaf Koira Den (shot in *Malaysia); Mursalin Shuvo’s A Day Without Phone, I’m Under Arrest; Afsana Mimi’s Somantoral; Sanjay Samaddar’s Je Shohore Taka Ure; and Raihan Khan’s Brihoshpoti Tunge, entirely shot in *Malaysia.
In 2020, his works included Sajin Ahmed Babu’s Corporate Bhalobasha; Abu Hayat Mahmud’s Eksho Te 100; Rafat Majumdar Rinku’s Nawab Is Back; Imraul Rafat’s Eid Mubarak; and Maidul Rakib’s Rajneeti.
In 2021, he appeared in Naim Imtiaz Niamul’s Hawai Mithai, Shams Karim’s Bou Dour, Toufiq Ul Islam’s Chowdhury & Sons, and Abu Hayat Mahmud’s Beauty Boarding.
In 2022, notable works included Tuhin Hossain’s Chirokumar Songho, What Is Love, and Rin; Fahrian Chowdhury Tanmoy’s Dragon Gang; Miftah Anan’s Piriter Chhera Katha; Sahidunnabi’s Super Six; and Sohel Hasan’s Rongdhong.
In 2023, he acted in Sajin Ahmed Babu’s Ghorer Shatru Bibhishon; Adibashi Mizan’s Bojhar Chesta Koro; Shams Karim’s Baokumta Batas and Rongila Putul; Imraul Rafat’s Hayre Prem and Doshshu Bonohur; Hasan Rezaul’s Ebhabei Bhalobasha Hoy; and Mahidul Mahim’s Love Station.
Also in 2023, he appeared in Madhura, directed by Bornonath, marking Shahidullah Sabuj’s first television fiction as a story writer.
In 2024, he worked in Imraul Rafat’s Odbhut Poribar. In 2025, upcoming and recent works include Kochi Khondokar’s Tel Chhara Porota, Shams Karim’s 7 Kilo 1 Gram, and Sajjad Suman’s Khushbo.
His journey as a lead actor in single-episode dramas began in 2021 with Abu Hayat Mahmud’s Kotipoti, written by *Ashraful Chanchal and broadcast on *Channel i. Other notable single-episode dramas include A Class Husband B Class Bou (2023), produced under the Cinemascope banner, and Adibashi Mizan’s Imamer Koshto (2024), among many significant works.
Commercial Advertisements
The advertising journey began in 2017 with a commercial for Bengal Group’s Bengal Chair. In the same year, he appeared in an advertisement for Go Zayaan.
In 2018, he worked in a commercial for Seven Ring Cement, followed by an advertisement for Bashundhara Group in 2019.
In 2021, he appeared in a commercial for Rocket Plant Fiber Mosquito Coil, and in 2022, in an advertisement for the Wage Earners’ Welfare Board.
His recent commercial works include advertisements for PRAN–RFL Group in 2023, the Department of Environment in 2024, and Walton Road Rider Battery in 2025.
Others Activities
Writing & Creative Expression
In moments of idle leisure, an effortless play of words has gradually become a habit. Moving between imagination and reality, he occasionally picks up the pen—a practice that has continued since adolescence. Poetry, short stories, and songs flow naturally; parody often arrives suddenly, in a light and playful spirit. Though writing is primarily personal, a few pieces have found their way beyond private pages. Some of his poems have been published in literary magazines since 2004.
In 2013, he wrote a parody of the famous Korean song Gangnam Style for the play Dui Je Chhilo Ek Chakor, produced by Nattokendro. In 2025, he wrote the title song for the television serial 7 Kilo 1 Gram, broadcast on NTV. He has also composed melodies for some of his song lyrics.
In 2021, he wrote a short film titled Sorry, which received an award at India’s Nexgn International Short Film Festival (NISFF)—marking his first written short film. In 2023, he wrote the story for the single-episode television drama Madhura, which was broadcast on Banglavision.
Social Engagement & Collective Journey
A lifelong desire—and habit—of being with people and living among them has shaped a shared path of togetherness and action. Beyond a sense of duty, it is love that fuels these efforts toward social welfare. From small, fragmented acts of service in childhood, this impulse took an institutional form in 2015 with the founding of Ekannoborti in his homeland. Through Ekannoborti, initiatives such as daily newspaper access, libraries, environmental cleanliness, tree plantation, winter clothing distribution, career guidance, and educational support have been carried out—so that together, people may move toward a more beautiful future.
In 2020, he became involved with another social welfare organization, Shopnojatra, extending the reach of service to different regions of the country. Alongside this, he continues to play an active role in social welfare with his school friends’ group, Dream Boys, moving forward together with shared purpose.
The roots of Dream Boys trace back to school days, formed in 1999 when he was a ninth-grade student. The bond among the friends remains as strong and joyful as ever. After passing the SSC in 2001 and enrolling in college, he became involved with student organizations and carried various responsibilities through university life. Beyond this, he remains indirectly associated with several organizations, including Debidwar Reyaz Uddin Pilotian’s Association, Ex New Hostelians, Jagannath University Department of Economics Alumni Association, Dhaka-based Debidwar Student Welfare Council, Quantum Foundation, Nattokendro, Actors’ Equity of Bangladesh, and several others.
Entrepreneurial Journey
Since 2020, he has been building Mirror Soul Communications, a creative production house dedicated to drama, cinema, advertising, and event management. Expanding his entrepreneurial path further, he established Ilham Traders in 2023, a contracting firm formed with a vision for structured growth and professional service.
