Baharul Islam

Biography:

Baharul Islam, is an Indian theater actor and director. An alumnus of the National School of Drama, which he joined in 1987, Baharul has acted in over 80 plays and designed and directed 30 plays for his theater troupe, Seagull. He is one of the busiest theatre artists in Assam and has also made a name for himself in Assamese and Hindi films. His career in theater began in Assam, and he quickly gained prominence both in India and abroad. In 1992-93, he joined “TARA ART” of London as an actor for the production of the play “Heer Ranjha.”

Baharul Islam received the Manohar Singh Award in 2005, instituted by the National School of Drama and approved by the Ministry of Culture, Govt of India, for his path-breaking work in theater. He is renowned for his work in films such as “Asene Kunuba Hiyat” (2000), “Dil Se..” (1998), and “Goru” (2021). “Asene Kunuba Hiyat” highlights his directorial prowess, “Dil Se..” is a notable Hindi film showcasing his acting skills, and “Goru” is a recent film that further exemplifies his versatility and talent in the film industry.

Baharul was born on August 16, 1964, in Assam, India. He is married to Bhagirathi Bai Kadam, also an alumnus of the National School of Drama, and they have two daughters.