The tragic lynching of Shanto Khan and his father, Selim Khan, in Chandpur amid the political unrest in Bangladesh following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation has sent shockwaves through both the Bangladeshi and Indian film industries. The violent act, reportedly fueled by Selim Khan's loyalty to Sheikh Hasina, has drawn widespread condemnation, particularly from the Bengali film fraternity.
Actor-director Parambrata Chatterjee, who has had significant involvement in the Bangladeshi film industry, expressed deep distress over the killings. Other actors, including Rajatabha Dutta and Kaushani Mukhopadhyay, shared their personal memories of working with Shanto, recalling his professionalism and kindness. However, there is a noticeable reluctance among the actors to comment on the political situation in Bangladesh, as they consider it an internal matter of the country.
The loss of Shanto Khan, a promising young actor, and his father is being mourned deeply, with many in the film industry hoping for a return to peace and stability in Bangladesh.
