I'm an actress, even if I'm not a huge star: Tanzika Amin

2004 saw Tanzika Amin launch her career in show business thanks to the hit reality series Lux Channel i Superstar. She eventually finished as the first runner-up, and ever since, dramas, movies, and web series have featured her.

 

Following a lengthy break, Tanzika garnered a lot of affection from viewers this year by appearing in the highly regarded web series "Mohanagar" Season 2. Audiences of all ages are left with an indisputable impression of her as Mitu in the series.

Concerning "Mohanagar" 2, the actress said that the series was assembled really well by director Ashfaque Nipun as the script was well-written. "The making of it is why it became popular. I'm glad to have received appreciation for my character, people close to me have been loving her," she said adding that Mitu most likely made a place for herself in the minds of audiences.

Tanzika made her silver screen debut with "Bakul Fuler Mala" opposite Riaz, which was directed by Delwar Jahan Jhantu. Later, she acted in dramas to take a brief interval from films. She eventually returned to acting in films with "Gohiner Gaan".

In terms of doing limited films, she said, "I already take on a small number of projects. Then again, there were times when the script was not a good one. If things had been different for me, then perhaps my career would have developed otherwise."

She also said that even though "Gohiner Gaan" may not have been a huge hit, it earned her praise from the audience, which was huge for her.

Tanzika's web-film, "Omimangshito", is awaiting release. It has been directed by Raihan Rafi. In regard to this, she said, "I acted in the role of a crime reporter in the film. It was an exceptional character for me and I believe the audience will like the work."

The actress will begin shooting for another new web film in November, and then in December, she is scheduled to begin filming a new still-untitled movie, which will be directed by Raihan Rafi.

The veteran actress has been in showbiz for around 19 years. Upon reflection on her achievements so far, she revealed, "I am satisfied with a few of my projects. I may not be a superstar, but I am an actress. I love acting. I am healthy, and so are my parents. There is no negativity around me. The fact that I am able to survive with honour is a definite achievement after all these years."

Fascinatingly, Tanzika worked behind the scenes in the recently released film by Hridi Huq, titled "1971 Shei Shob Din". Is a career behind the camera a possibility for the actress after she hangs up her boots? Only time will tell.