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Rupanty Akid (pronounced /ˈrooˈpun'tea/ roo-pon-thee) is an Australian actress[1] and photographer.[2] Rupanty made her small screen debut in 2012 with significant roles in Bangladeshi television shows, television dramas, and stage performances. She made her film debut in the critically acclaimed Chorki film 'Kacher Manush Dure Thuiya' in 2024, co-starring alongside Pritom Hasan and Tasnia Farin.[1]

Rupanty is slated to appear in two feature films set for theatrical release, 'Bonolota Sen'[3] and 'Hindi-Vindi'[4][5] co-starring Neena Gupta[6], Mihir Ahuja[7], and Guy Sebastian[8].

Early life and career

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Rupanty Akid was born in Manly, New South Wales. She is the eldest of three siblings, with a younger sister and a younger brother.[9] Her passion for Bengali culture, art, and entertainment led her to venture into theatre,[10] where she then featured in over 15 productions during her school holidays.[1] Rupanty completed her schooling in Sydney and graduated from Western Sydney University.[4]

Rupanty gained prominence after playing the title role of Jennifer in 'Hello Bangladesh' (2015),[11] after debuting in TV series 'Probashe Porobashi', directed by Azizul Hakim, in 2012.[12]

Advocacy

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Rupanty has been outspoken on many issues such as representation in media,[13] on adopting rescue animals, and sponsoring children in need.[14]

Filmography

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FILMS
Year Title Role Notes
2025 Bonolota Sen Jibananda Das Premika Post-production
2024 HindiVindi Rihanna Post-production
2024 Kacher Manush Dure Thuiya Milli
2021 Spiritual Paranoia Chelsea
2021 The Exchange Daniela
2018 Terahvin Jessie
TV
Year Title Role Notes
2024 Maya Jibon Lubna
2021 Aghaat Momena
2021 Ayotti Jynx
2018 Slice of Life Priya
2015 Hello Bangladesh Jennifer
2014 Keboli Raat Hoye Jae Kashmiri
2013 Durer Bari Kacher Manush Ethi
2013 Angti Na
2012 Probashe Porobashi Sara
SHORT FILMS, MUSIC VIDEOS, OTHER
Year Title Role Notes
2022 Maybe - Bineal Roy Hero (lead) Music Video
2021 Nina The Figure Short film
2021 Atonement - Burn the Highway Hero (lead) Music Video
2020 Chained to Traditions Maha Short film
2020 Eibar Jodi Phire Ashi Rupkotha Music Video

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Rupanty Akid: From down under to Dhallywood". The Business Standard. 2024-02-28. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  2. ^ "Helping survivors with mum Tanya Plibersek behind her". ABC News. 2024-04-21. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  3. ^ হোসেন, মকফুল (2024-03-22). "বলিউডের সিনেমায় রুপন্তী আকিদ". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  4. ^ a b Arts & Entertainment Desk (2024-03-22). "Rupanty Akid set for Bollywood debut". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  5. ^ "'Best actor in the film': Guy steals the show in acting debut". Adelaide Now. 2024-08-17.
  6. ^ "Neena Gupta: I look forward to shooting for Hindi-Vindi in Australia". The Times of India. 2023-06-15. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  7. ^ Sen, Torsha (2024-02-15). "A chat with Mihir Ahuja on his upcoming film, Hindi Vindi". Indian Link. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  8. ^ "Producer Sunny Shah launches 'Hindi-Vindi' – A Cinematic Marvel of Indo-Australian Fusion". TheDailyGuardian. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  9. ^ প্রতিবেদক, নিজস্ব (2019-07-27). "প্রবাসে দ্বিতীয় প্রজন্মের পথচলা". Prothomalo (in Bengali). Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  10. ^ "বাংলাদেশকে নিজের দেশই মনে করি : রুপন্তী". www.kalerkantho.com. 2014-08-26. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  11. ^ "সিডনির বিভিন্ন হলে বাংলাদেশি বংশোদ্ভুত রূপন্তির সিনেমা". www.kalerkantho.com. 2019-07-24. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  12. ^ "Rupanty Akid: From down under to Dhallywood". The Business Standard. 2024-02-28. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  13. ^ Vu, Mylan (2020-05-04). "VIEW: How to change cultural representation in film". Echo Chamber Escape. Retrieved 2024-05-20.
  14. ^ "Emerging Actress To Watch Out For In 2021: Meet The Talented Rupanty Akid | StarCentral". 2021-04-05. Retrieved 2024-05-20.