Samakalin Kagaj online reports.

Akbar Hossain Pathan (Farooq), a famous hero of Bengali film Mia Bhai, a brave freedom fighter and a member of parliament from Dhaka-17 (Gulshan-Banani) constituency, went to Singapore while undergoing treatment and did not return. Innalillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Raziun.

Confirming the death, his son Sarat said, "My father died around 8:30 this morning." Everyone pray for my father.

Hero Farooq came to the big screen through the film 'Jalchhabi' directed by H Akbar. He won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1975 for his performance. In 2016, he was awarded a lifetime award.

Notable films she has acted in include Sareng Bau, Lathiyal, Sujan Sakhi, Nayan Moni, Mia Bhai, Pinky Now Train, Saheb, Alor Michili, Din Jae Katha Rahe etc.