Who was Zahir Raihan?
Q: Who was Zahir Raihan?
A: Zahir Raihan was a Bangladeshi writer and movie director.
Q: When was his first novel published?
A: His first novel, Shesh Bikeler Meye, was published in 1960.
Q: What are some of his notable novels?
A: Some of his notable novels are Hajar Bachhar Dhore and Arek Phalgun.
Q: What is Zahir Raihan best known for?
A: Zahir Raihan is best known for his documentary Stop Genocide, made during the Bangladesh Liberation War.
Q: What are some of his popular movies?
A: Some of his popular movies are Behula, Sangam, and Jibon Theke Nea.
Q: What awards did he receive for his contribution in Bengali literature and movie?
A: For his contribution in Bengali literature, he was awarded the Bangla Academy Literary Award in 1972 and posthumously received the highest civilian honour given by the Government of Bangladesh, Independence Day Award, in 1999. For his contribution in Bangladeshi movie, he received the Nigar Award for directing Kancher Deyal in 1964 and posthumously received National Film Awards for his overall contribution in Bangladeshi movie in 1975 and for best story and dialogue in 2005. He also awarded the second highest civilian honour given by the Government of Bangladesh, Ekushey Padak, in 1977 for his contribution in movie.
Q: When did he pass away?
A: Zahir Raihan passed away on January 30, 1972.
