The celebrated Bangladeshi actress Mehazabien Choudhury has broken her silence following a wave of controversial reports circulating within the media industry. Addressing allegations that she was detained at an airport for possessing “illegal goods,” the actress categorically dismissed the claims as “baseless” and “politically motivated,” confirming that she has now initiated formal legal proceedings against those spreading the misinformation.
A Firm Rebuttal to Airport Allegations
On Tuesday afternoon, Mehazabien took to her verified Facebook page to clarify the situation. The controversy stems from reports suggesting that in August of last year, upon returning from Bangkok to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, she was found with 14 bottles of alcohol in her luggage. It was further alleged that she was accompanied by her husband, filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev, and director Shankha Dasgupta.
In a sharply worded statement, the actress denied every facet of the story:
No Detention: She clarified that she was never stopped, searched, or detained by airport authorities.
Lack of Evidence: She challenged critics to produce any photographic or video evidence of the alleged interrogation or the discovery of contraband.
Clickbait Culture: She lamented how “defamation has become a normalized tool” for generating digital engagement at the expense of an individual’s reputation.
Context of Recent Legal Hurdles
This is not the first time the actress has faced public scrutiny. Roughly three months ago, she was embroiled in a legal dispute involving allegations of financial embezzlement related to a family business. However, she was subsequently cleared of all charges by the court. She believes the recent “airport scandal” is part of a broader campaign to target her professionally.
| Aspect of Allegation | Reported Claim | Mehazabien’s Response |
| Incident Location | Hazrat Shahjalal Int. Airport | Never occurred; no stop or search. |
| Alleged Contraband | 14 bottles of alcohol | Baseless; no such items in luggage. |
| Accompanying Party | Adnan Al Rajeev & Shankha Dasgupta | Claims are fabricated and malicious. |
| Action Taken | None initially | Formal legal action now initiated. |
The Rise of “Mob Journalism”
Mehazabien expressed deep concern over the trend of using her image for “clickbait” headlines without verification. She noted that while several media outlets claimed airport authorities “mysteriously” released her, the lack of a formal report from the Civil Aviation Authority supports her claim of innocence. “It is deeply alarming that someone’s character can be assassinated without a shred of proof,” she remarked, asserting her complete lack of involvement in any illegal activity.
By pursuing legal channels, the actress aims to set a precedent against the spread of “fake news” that plagues high-profile figures in the entertainment sector.