1. Overview
Dilara Hanif Rita, professionally known by her stage name Purnima (পূর্ণিমাBengali), is a prominent Bangladeshi film actress and model. Born in 1981, she has established herself as a significant figure in the Bangladeshi entertainment industry through her extensive work in films, television dramas, and as a television host. Purnima made her acting debut in 1998 and has since garnered critical acclaim and commercial success for her versatile performances. Her notable works include films like Moner Majhe Tumi (2003), Megher Pore Megh (2004), Shuva (2005), Hridoyer Kotha (2006), and Akash Chonya Valobasha (2008). She was honored with the prestigious Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress in 2010, recognizing her exceptional contributions to Bangladeshi cinema.
2. Early Life
Purnima's early life laid the foundation for her future career in the entertainment industry, rooted in her family background and birthplace.
2.1. Birth and Family
Purnima was born in 1981 in Fatikchhari, a sub-district located in the Chittagong District of Bangladesh. Her parents are Mohammad Hanif and Sufia Begum. She has one sister, Dilruba Hanif, who is also an actress.
3. Career
Purnima's career spans over two decades, encompassing a wide range of roles in film, television, and other media, marking her as a versatile and enduring presence in Bangladeshi entertainment.
3.1. Film Debut and Early Career
Purnima began her journey in the film industry with her debut film Ei Jibon Tomar Amar, which was released in 1998. In her early career, she frequently collaborated with many of the leading actors of her time. A significant early success was the Indian-Bangladeshi co-production Moner Majhe Tumi in 2003, where she starred alongside Riaz. This film achieved immense popularity, marking a turning point in her career. Throughout her early years, she worked extensively with prominent actors such as Riaz, Manna, Shakib Khan, Ferdous, and Amin Khan, establishing herself as a sought-after leading actress.
3.2. Film Career Highlights
Purnima's film career is marked by several critically acclaimed and commercially successful performances. In 2004, she delivered a notable performance in Megher Por Megh, a film based on the Bangladesh Liberation War and directed by Chashi Nazrul Islam. The same director also helmed Shasti (2004), an adaptation of a story by the renowned poet Rabindranath Tagore, which earned Purnima significant critical acclaim for her portrayal. In August 2005, she appeared alongside Shakib Khan in Shuva, another film directed by Chashi Nazrul Islam, also based on a short story by Rabindranath Tagore. In Shuva, Purnima played the challenging role of a mute girl, a performance that received highly positive reviews from critics.
Her other commercially successful films include Hridoyer Kotha (2006) and Akash Chhoa Bhalobasa (2008), both directed by S A Haque Alik. Her exceptional acting was further recognized when she received the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress for her role in the 2010 film Ora Amake Valo Hote Dilo Na.
3.3. Television Career
Beyond her successful film career, Purnima has also maintained a consistent presence in television dramas. She has acted in numerous TV plays and telefilms, showcasing her versatility across different formats. Additionally, Purnima has taken on roles as a television host, presenting popular star talk shows such as "Ebong Purnima", "Purnima Alo", and "Boro Mancher Tarokara". She also co-hosted the "Meril Prothom Alo Award" ceremonies in both 2016 and 2017 alongside actor Ferdous.
3.4. Other Ventures
Purnima has expanded her professional engagements into other media platforms. In 2021, she made her debut in web films with Amitabh Reza Chowdhury's 'Munsigiri', where she starred opposite Chanchal Chowdhury. She has also appeared in music videos, including "Tomar Haath Pakhar Batashe" with Akbar Ali Gazi.
4. Awards and Recognition
Purnima has received several prestigious awards and recognitions throughout her career, acknowledging her significant contributions to the Bangladeshi film and television industries.
4.1. Bangladesh National Film Awards
Purnima was honored with the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress in 2010 for her compelling performance in the film Ora Amake Bhalo Hote Dilo Na. This award is the highest film honor in Bangladesh, recognizing excellence in cinematic achievements.
4.2. Meril Prothom Alo Awards
Purnima has been recognized multiple times at the Meril Prothom Alo Awards, which are presented annually by Prothom Alo, a major Bangladeshi newspaper, based on both popular votes and critics' choices. She won the Best Film Actress award for her roles in Moner Majhe Tumi (2003) and Hridoyer Kotha (2006). Additionally, she received the Best Film Actress (Critics) award for her performance in Dhoka (2007), highlighting her consistent critical acclaim.
5. Personal Life
Purnima's personal life has seen several significant changes, including her marital history and the growth of her family.
5.1. Marriages and Family
Purnima has been married three times. Her first marriage was to Mostaq in 2005, which later ended in divorce. Following this, she married Fahad in 2007. This marriage also concluded in divorce in 2022. In 2022, she married Robin. She has a daughter from one of her previous marriages.
6. Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Co-Artist | Director |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Ei Jibon Tomar O Amar | Riaz | Jakir Hossain Raju | |
| 1998 | Modhu Purnima | Ferdous | M. A. Khan Sobuj | |
| 1999 | Sontan Jokhon Shotru | Ferdous, Bapparaj | Nayok Raj Razzak | |
| 1999 | Seyana Pagol | Rubel | A. J. Rana | |
| 2000 | Joddha | Shikha | Shahidul Islam Khokon | |
| 2000 | Tumi Je Amar | Shakil Khan, Bapparaj | Mokhlesur Rahman Golap | |
| 2000 | Jibon Chabi | Ferdous, Shakil Khan, Popy | Alamgir Kumkum | |
| 2000 | Kallu Mama | |||
| 2000 | Mone Rekho Amay | Nasir Uddin | ||
| 2000 | Ajker Dapot | Shakib Khan | A J Rana | |
| 2001 | Shikari | Shakib Khan | Ispahani Arif Jahan | |
| 2001 | Nishwase Tumi Biswase Tumi | Madhuri | Jakir Hossain Raju | |
| 2001 | Meghla Akash | Rafia Ahmed Rimi | Riaz | Nargis Akhter |
| 2001 | Mayer Somman | Shanta | Riaz | Gazi Jahangir |
| 2001 | Iblish | Sheikh Ruhul Amin | ||
| 2001 | Mayer Jehad | Shakib Khan | Gazi Jahangir | |
| 2001 | Mejaj Gorom | Shakib Khan | Gazi Jahangir | |
| 2002 | Lal Doriya | Ayna | Riaz | F I Manik |
| 2002 | Arman | Manna | Montazur Rahman Akbar | |
| 2002 | Mastaner Upor Mastan | |||
| 2002 | Nayok | |||
| 2002 | Bipodjonok | |||
| 2002 | Khabordar | Mohammad Hannan | ||
| 2002 | Hingshar Poton | Shakib Khan | Gazi Jahangir | |
| 2002 | Khoto Bikkhoto | |||
| 2002 | Shami Strir Juddho | Asha | ||
| 2003 | Jamai Shashur | Shiri | Riaz | |
| 2003 | Moner Majhe Tumi | Anu / Renu | Riaz | Motiur Rahman Pannu |
| 2004 | Megher Pore Megh | Riaz | Chashi Nazrul Islam | |
| 2004 | Tok Jhal Mishti | Priya | Riaz | Debashish Biswas |
| 2005 | Shasti: The Punishment | Chandara Devi | Riaz | Chashi Nazrul Islam |
| 2005 | Bolo Na Bhalobasha | |||
| 2005 | Taka: The Ultimate Magic | Mouly Chowdhury | Riaz | Shahidul Islam Khokon |
| 2006 | Hridoyer Kotha | Adhora | Riaz | SA Haque Alik |
| 2006 | Badha | Sumaiya Islam Bristi | Shakib Khan, Riaz | Shahin Sumon |
| 2006 | Shuva | Shuvashini | Shakib Khan | Chashi Nazrul Islam |
| 2006 | Rakkhushi | Kunti | Ferdous | |
| 2007 | Sathi Tumi Kar | Sathi | M M Sarkar | |
| 2007 | Maa Amar Swargo | Shakib Khan | Gazi Jahangir | |
| 2008 | Tomakei Khujchi | Kajol | Riaz | Motin Rahman |
| 2008 | Tumi Koto Sundor | Bhabna | Abid Hasan Badol | |
| 2008 | Akash Chhoa Bhalobasa | Chhoa | Riaz | SA Haque Alik |
| 2009 | Ke Ami: Who Am I | Nilima | Riaz | Wakil Ahmed |
| 2009 | Dhoni Goriber Prem | Abid Hasan Badol | ||
| 2009 | Chirodin Ami Tomar | Riaz | F I Manik | |
| 2009 | Sromik Neta | Kazi Maruf | Kazi Hayat | |
| 2009 | Jiboner Cheya Dami | Sathi | Riaz | Mostafizur Rahman Babu |
| 2009 | Shubho Bibaho | Special Appearance | Riaz, Ferdous, Apu Biswas | Debashish Biswas |
| 2010 | Jomidaar | Riaz | Montazur Rahman Akbar | |
| 2010 | Poran Jaye Jolia Re | Shakib Khan | Sohanur Rahman Sohan | |
| 2010 | Ora Amake Bhalo Hote Dilo Na | Setu | Kazi Maruf | |
| 2011 | Matir Thikana | Shakib Khan | Shah Alam Kiran | |
| 2012 | I Love You | Shakib Khan, Nirob | Mushfiqur Rahman Gulzar | |
| 2012 | Raja Surjo Kha | Chad Sultana | Nirob, Kazi Maruf | Gazi Mahbub |
| 2013 | Judge Barrister Police Commissioner | Shakib Khan | F I Manik | |
| 2014 | Lobe Pap Pape Mrittu | Riaz, Amin Khan | Sohanur Rahman Sohan | |
| 2017 | To Be Continued | Iftekhar Ahmed Fahmi, Mishu Sabbir, Rumel | Iftekhar Ahmed Fahmi | |
| 2021 | Munshigiri: Mriterao Kotha Bole | Suraiya Akter | Chanchal Chowdhury, Sabnam Faria | Amitabh Reza Chowdhury |
| 2021 | Chironjeeb Mujib | Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib | Ahmed Rubel | |
| 2021 | Jam | Arifin Shuvoo, Ferdous | Noyeem Imtiaz Neyamul | |
| 2021 | Gangchil | Ferdous | Noyeem Imtiaz Neyamul |
7. Television Appearances
| Year | Title | Role | Director | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patal Purir Golpo | Nargis Akhter | |||
| Ebong Valobasha | Subhah Dutt | |||
| Ei Korecho Valo | Mohammad Hannan | |||
| Lal Neel Beguni | Jahid Hasan | |||
| 2002 | Ghorer Khobor Porer Khobor | Hanif Sonket | ||
| 2002 | Durghot | Hanif Sonket | ||
| Tobuo Protikkha | ||||
| Shastropani | Mohammad Hannan | |||
| Ogo Bodhu Shundori | ||||
| 2011 | Laboratory | Mahbuba Islam Shumi | Channel i | |
| 2011 | Ekhono Bhalobashi | Mahbooba Islam Shumi, Golam Rabbani | Channel i | |
| 2011 | Nilimar Prante Dariye | SA Haque Olike | Channel i | |
| 2011 | Omanisha | SA Haque Olike | Maasranga Television | |
| 2011 | Oi Khane Jeonako Tumi | Arif Khan | NTV | |
| 2011 | Ulto Dhanuk | Shamima Akter Baby | NTV | |
| 2010 | Laal Nil Beguni | Zahid Hasan | ATN Bangla | |
| 2012 | Shei To Fire Ele | Noyeem Imtiaz Neyamul | NTV | |
| 2012 | Idiots | Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz | ||
| 2015 | Prem Othoba Duhshopner Raat Din | Tuhin Hossain, Nur Siddique | NTV | |
| 2015 | Off Side | |||
| 2016 | Sondehe Mondaho | Hanif Sonket | ||
| 2016 | Love & Co | Masud Sezan | Banglavision | |
| 2016 | Fire Jawa Holo Na | SA Haque Alik | ||
| 2017 | Kajol Rekhar Korbani | Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz | ||
| 2017 | Moner Bhetor Nodi | Saidur Rahman Rasel | Channel i | |
| 2017 | Shankhonil | Imraul Rafat | Banglavision | |
| 2017 | Ondhokkhone Ondhojone | Ruman Runi | Maasranga Television | |
| 2017 | Tumi Ami Pasha Pashi | Tania Ahmed | RTV | |
| 2017 | Hotath Prem Onek Bhalobasha | SA Haque Olike | Banglavision | |
| 2017 | Mrs Cook | Sraboni Ferdous | Banglavision | |
| 2018 | Candy Crush | Redoan Rony | Nagorik TV | |
| 2018 | Roddure Peyechi Tomar Naam | Rajibul Islam Rajib | Channel i | |
| 2018 | Hello 911 Love Emergency | Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz | GTV | |
| 2018 | Portrait | Maksudur Rahman Bishal | NTV | |
| 2019 | Sublet | Mizanur Rahman Aryan | ||
| 2020 | Bhalo Bashabashi | Sagar Jahan | ||
| 2021 | Ei Prithibi Amader | Sagar Jahan |