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Snigdha Chowdhury | |
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| স্নিগ্ধা চৌধুরী | |
| Born | Snigdha Chowdhury Rangpur, Bangladesh |
| Occupations | Actress, model |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Known for | Pressure Cooker (2026) |
Snigdha Chowdhury is a Bangladeshi actress and model. She began her career in modelling in 2018. After working in billboard campaigns, fashion shows and international runway events, she made her feature film debut in director Raihan Rafi's Pressure Cooker (2026).[1][2][3][4][5]
Early life
[edit]Snigdha Chowdhury was born in Rangpur, Bangladesh. From an early age she developed an interest in fashion and acting. Growing up in a conservative family, she initially pursued modelling without informing her family. After they became aware of her ambitions, they supported her decision, enabling her to move to Dhaka and pursue modelling and acting professionally.[2]
Career
[edit]Chowdhury began her modelling career in 2018, appearing in billboard advertising campaigns, fashion shows and international runway events. She was later selected by filmmaker Raihan Rafi for his feature film Pressure Cooker. The film was released during Eid al-Fitr in 2026, with Chowdhury portraying one of the four principal female characters.[6][7][8][2]
Following the release of the film, Chowdhury stated in interviews that she intends to continue improving her acting skills while waiting for suitable opportunities in the Bangladeshi film industry.[9]
Film debut
[edit]Chowdhury made her feature film debut in Raihan Rafi's Pressure Cooker, portraying the character Raka, a young woman active on social media whose seemingly independent online life contrasts with the restrictions imposed by her family and society. Chowdhury has said that aspects of the character reflected her own experience of growing up in a conservative environment.[2]
Pressure Cooker is a female-centred drama starring Shobnom Bubly, Nazifa Tushi, Maria Shanta and Snigdha Chowdhury. The film was selected as the opening film of the 2026 London Bengali Film Festival.[10]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Pressure Cooker | Raka | Raihan Rafi | Feature film debut |
2026 assault allegations
[edit]In July 2026, Chowdhury filed a criminal case with Khilkhet Police Station in Dhaka against businessman and Ashiyan Group chairman Mohammad Nazrul Islam Bhuiyan. She alleged that she had been pressured into marriage, unlawfully confined and physically assaulted. According to the complaint, another model accompanying her was also assaulted. The allegations received extensive media coverage in Bangladesh. Ashiyan Group denied the allegations and described them as baseless.[11][12][13][14][15][16]
References
[edit]- ^ "Snigdha Chowdhury hopes to overcome the heroine shortage in Dhallywood". Channel i Online. 23 February 2026. Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ a b c d "Snigdha Chowdhury: Escaping the 'Pressure Cooker' of societal prejudice". The Business Standard. 17 April 2026. Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Bangladeshi model Snigdha shines in fifteen different looks". Haal Fashion (in Bengali). Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ^ "Model Snigdha files police complaint alleging physical abuse after promise of advertising contract". Bangladesh Times (in Bengali). Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ^ "Snigdha Chowdhury creates buzz on social media during heavy rain". Bangladesh Times (in Bengali). Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ^ "Snigdha Chowdhury makes big-screen debut with 'Pressure Cooker'". The Opinion Times. 24 February 2026. Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ "First whistle of 'Pressure Cooker' blows away minds". The Daily Star. 8 March 2026. Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ "RTV Online". RTV Online (in Bengali). Retrieved 26 July 2026.
- ^ "Working on my skills, waiting for right opportunities: Snigdha Chowdhury". Daily Sun. 18 May 2026. Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Pressure Cooker opens London Bengali Film Festival". Daily Sun. 22 April 2026. Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Actress assault case: Tk 250 million lawsuit against Ashiyan chairman". Bangla Tribune (in Bengali). 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Actress Snigdha Chowdhury files police case over physical abuse". Views Bangladesh. 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Actress Snigdha alleges assault by Ashiyan chairman, company calls claims baseless". The Daily Star. 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Model files case against Ashiyan Group chairman for assault". New Age. 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Ashiyan chairman granted bail after surrender in actress assault case". Bangla Tribune (in Bengali). Retrieved 27 July 2026.
- ^ "Actress Snigdha describes alleged torture at Ashiyan City". Dhaka Times (in Bengali). Retrieved 27 July 2026.