Bangladeshi actress Aruna Biswas has made allegations against interim government cultural adviser Mustafa Sarwar Faruqi, claiming that certain artists have suffered serious professional consequences. She made these remarks during a recent Facebook Live session on her verified account, where she discussed her personal experiences and concerns regarding her professional situation.
In her live address, Aruna Biswas stated that the “lives of some artists have been ended,” attributing responsibility for this situation to Faruqi in her comments. She further claimed that he believes he has achieved victory, although she disagreed with that assessment.
The actress also said that she had been unable to work normally in her home country. According to her account, she did not receive opportunities for professional engagement and encountered repeated obstacles in attempting to continue her work. She stated that wherever she went for professional purposes, she faced resistance or barriers that prevented her participation.
Aruna Biswas also expressed personal attachment to her country, stating that she misses it deeply. However, she maintained that due to prevailing circumstances, she has been unable to continue working and has been excluded from certain professional spaces and access points.
During the same Facebook Live session, she referred to her experience at a public event, expressing dissatisfaction with the behaviour she encountered there. She stated that, as an artist and citizen, she believes everyone is entitled to equal rights and access. She added that, in her view, she had been deprived of those rights in practice.
She further stated that she had never anticipated leaving her country in such circumstances. However, she clarified that she was not instructed or directly asked to leave. Instead, she said the decision to leave was taken independently by her.
Aruna Biswas also referred to an incident at an airport involving an individual whom she alleged repeatedly disturbed her. She described the behaviour as persistent and stated that it caused her discomfort. She added that she intends to seek clarification from the individual concerned in the future regarding the matter.
Additionally, she mentioned that she has been residing in Canada for approximately 30 years. She also stated that she would not have travelled back to her home country if she did not possess a valid passport.
Summary of Statements
| Subject | Details |
|---|---|
| Allegation | Claims Mustafa Sarwar Faruqi has negatively affected some artists’ careers |
| Work situation | States she was unable to work normally and faced repeated barriers |
| Professional access | Alleges exclusion from opportunities and certain venues |
| Rights perspective | Says artists and citizens should have equal rights |
| Departure | States she left voluntarily, not under instruction |
| Airport incident | Reports disturbance by an individual and intention to seek clarification |
| Residence | States she has lived in Canada for around 30 years |
| Travel status | Mentions returning only due to holding a valid passport |