Rokeya Prachi, a well-known actress, was attacked by miscreants while trying to light candles at the Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum in Dhanmondi 32. She said the attackers targeted her specifically.
Prachi explained, "At around 7:15pm, we were suddenly surrounded and beaten badly during our protest."
Despite the serious nature of the attack, few artists or technicians have publicly supported her. However, some celebrities have spoken out. Mahiya Mahi, Ipshita Shabnam Srabonty, and Symon Sadik have all condemned the violence against Prachi.
Symon Sadik shared his thoughts on Facebook at around 9pm on August 14, saying, "I strongly condemn and protest the shocking attack on actress Rokeya Prachi at Dhanmondi 32."
Mahiya Mahi also expressed her disapproval, posting, "The attack on National Film Award-winning actress Rokeya Prachi at Dhanmondi 32 is unacceptable. I condemn and protest this incident."
Srabonty criticized those who stayed silent about the attack. She said, "I condemn the attack on Rokeya Prachi. This is unacceptable! If those same people had spoken out against the shooting of protesting students, it would have shown that they are truly human."
In other news, reports from Bangla Tribune indicate there were also attacks at the home of actress Suborna Mustafa. Bijori Barkatullah said, "Suborna Mustafa is fine now. She is safe."
Suborna Mustafa, who had a distinguished acting career, served as a Member of Parliament for Reserved Women's Seat-4 from 2019 to 2024 as part of the Bangladesh Awami League.
