West Bengal singer and composer Anupam Roy has expressed his admiration for the literary brilliance of celebrated Bangladeshi author Humayun Ahmed, sharing his latest reading experience with fans on social media.
Roy recently finished reading Ahmed’s popular book ‘Nolini Babu BSc’ and took to Facebook to express how deeply the author’s storytelling had moved him.
In a post published on his verified Facebook page on Sunday, 8 November, Roy wrote, “I have always loved reading Humayun Ahmed. I have just finished ‘Nolini Babu BSc’. Another extraordinary story!”
Explaining his deep connection with Ahmed’s writing, the singer highlighted the author’s distinctive way of observing the world, his remarkable humour and his ability to blend science with science fiction effortlessly.
“I feel a profound connection with his writing. His perspective on the world, extraordinary sense of humour and effortless combination of science and science fiction never fail to fascinate me,” Roy wrote.
He added that the story manages to evoke contrasting emotions, bringing happiness while also leaving readers with a sense of melancholy. “Reading Humayun Ahmed only deepens my love for Bengali and the Bengali language,” he said.
One of the most influential figures in Bengali literature, Humayun Ahmed established himself not only as a prolific writer but also as a successful playwright and filmmaker.
With more than 300 published books to his name, his literary works inspired some of the most memorable television dramas in Bangladesh, including ‘Ei Shob Din Ratri’, ‘Bohubrihi’, ‘Ayomoy’ and ‘Kothao Keu Nei’.
His contribution to cinema was equally significant. He directed acclaimed films such as ‘Aguner Poroshmoni’, ‘Shrabon Megher Din’, ‘Dui Duari’ and ‘Ghetuputra Komola’, which remain important works in Bangladeshi cinema.
Ahmed received numerous honours for his contribution to Bengali literature, including the Bangla Academy Award in 1981. The celebrated author died of cancer on 19 July 2012, but his stories continue to attract readers across generations.
