Irfan Sajjad Visions and turning points

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Model and actor Irfan Sajjad has become a household name in recent years, and already has a few accomplishments under his belt. As well as being a busy television actor, the star has a budding film career that has seen two movie releases, and has appeared in a number of music videos. Possessing a relentless drive and a heart full of dreams, the actor shares his vision with The Daily Star.

What has been the turning point in your career?

Irfan: It was a tele-fiction titled Hothat Nari'r Jonno. After I appeared in this play, I was offered more roles by reputed directors. After this I starred in Amader Golpota Emon Hote Parto, another important play that switched my career around. Mehazabien was my co-star in both tele-fictions.

Have you always aspired to work in showbiz?

Irfan: When I was a child, I used to do theatre plays in my home town, Chittagong. I was in Lohito Children Theatre during those years. It was definitiely a childhood dream to become an actor one day.

Having had two movie releases, what are your thoughts on a film career?

Irfan: I worked on Bhalobasha Emoni Hoi and Mon Jane Na Moner Thikana. The film industry is incredibly vast, and my aim is not to appear in as many films as I can. I am waiting for a compelling script that I believe will move audiences, so that my work is respected and remembered.

You also garnered a lot of recognition for your performance in Chottola Express. What was that like?

Irfan: My co-star was Urmila, and the dialogues were delivered in the Chittagonian dialect. The tele-fiction proved especially popular in my home town, which made me feel close to home. I would love to do more tele-fictions in my regional dialect.

Have you begun working on Eid Ul Adha ventures?

Irfan: So far I have worked on one tele-fiction, and I am still discussing further opportunities with other directors.

How do you spend your free time?

Irfan: I am usually traveling a lot on my time off, and in case of longer holidays, I travel back home to Chittagong.