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Bangladeshi Film Star Porimoni Strongly Protests After Falling Victim to Islamist Extremism

Bangladesh is increasingly becoming a hub of Islamic fundamentalism, with liberal thinkers and cultural figures facing severe threats. Several events and concerts have recently been attacked by Jamaat-e-Islami and its affiliate organizations, along with other extremist groups.

The latest victim of such extremism is Bangladeshi film actress Porimoni, who is widely known for her bold and outspoken nature. On January 25, she was scheduled to attend the inauguration of a showroom in Tangail. The event had been promoted for over 10 days, and she had already set out for the event. However, the extremist group Hefazat-e-Islam vehemently opposed her appearance, forcing the popular actress to cancel her plans.

Having worked in the film industry for over a decade, Porimoni has gained significant popularity. She took to Facebook to express her frustration and disappointment over the incident, declaring that she feels “enslaved.”

Her post read: “How long can we stay silent? I feel enslaved. Why are artists constantly facing such barriers? Why do I feel insecure? Why are we not safe in such an independent country?”

Porimoni also pointed out that other artists, such as Mehazabien and Porshi, have previously faced similar harassment. She questioned the motives behind such actions, writing:
“Mehazabien, Porshi, and others have been victims of this kind of harassment before! What are they trying to prove by using religion as an excuse?”

Expressing her frustration, she added:
“What else is there to say? Let’s just shut down the film and entertainment industry in this country!”

Referring to the alleged emotional manipulation used by Islamist groups during the so-called “July Uprising,” Porimoni raised a critical question:
“Should we assume that we were emotionally used back then, or are we being used now? Which one is it? We all must take responsibility for this.”

The series of extremist attacks in recent months has left the cultural and entertainment sectors in Bangladesh deeply demoralized. Many are too afraid to speak out. In this context, Porimoni’s post has received widespread support. Within 40 minutes of being posted, it garnered over 40,000 reactions and was shared by more than 2,000 Facebook users.

Despite the outcry, the interim government led by Dr. Yunus has yet to issue any statement on the matter. Central leaders of Hefazat-e-Islam, Bangladesh, have also remained silent on the issue.

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