Renowned actor Jaya Ahsan recently talked about her artistic path, the lessons she has learned, and her expectations for the future of Bangladeshi cinema. With numerous Filmfare Awards and critically praised performances in both Bangladesh and India, Ahsan has established herself internationally.
Jaya revealed in a recent podcast that her decision to go to Kolkata was motivated more by her intense love for her work than by frustration. “At one point, I wasn’t getting the kind of roles I truly wanted in Bangladesh,” she stated. But since acting is my life, I had to continue working. I then made the decision to travel about Kolkata, which gave me new opportunities.
“Even as an outsider, I was welcomed with strong roles and thoughtful stories,” she continued, describing her experience in Tollywood. I developed as an artist because the filmmakers there trusted me with complicated characters.
In addition to being open about her domestic difficulties, Jaya was hopeful about how Bangladeshi film is evolving. “There was a time when directors were hesitant to take creative risks with women-centric stories,” she stated. However, things are suddenly changing. There are a lot of innovative and creative filmmakers coming up, and I think Bangladesh is about to experience a creative rebirth.”
“A film is never made by one person,” Jaya added, highlighting the value of teamwork in the filmmaking process. The director, performers, cinematographers, and even the spot boys all contribute to the project. Everyone makes a contribution. That’s what makes movies so beautiful.
When Jaya thought back on her artistic career, she still believed that her best performance was still to come. She grinned as she said, “I don’t think I’ve done my best work in Bangladesh yet,” “That dream role is still waiting for me — and when it comes, I want to give it everything I have.”
As a symbol of enthusiasm, tenacity, and the boundless possibilities of South Asian filmmaking, Jaya Ahsan continues to bridge two film industries with her unparalleled dedication and cross-border success.
