Tareque Masud - Actor Profile

Tareque Masud

Directing
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
1Total Films
0.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 6, 1956
Birth Place: Bangladesh

About Tareque Masud

Tareque Masud was an award-winning Bangladeshi independent film director. He was known for directing the films Muktir Gaan (1995) and Matir Moina (2002), for which he won a number of international awards, including the International Critics' Prize and FIPRESCI Prize for Directors' Fortnight at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival. He died in a road accident on 13 August, 2011. Tareque Masud was born in Nurpur village, Bhanga Upazila, Faridpur District, Bangladesh. He studied at an Islamic madrasah as a child, but the outbreak of the Bangladesh Liberation War against Pakistan forces in 1971 put an end to his studies at the Islamic seminary. After the war, Masud pursued general education and went on to obtain a Masters degree in History at Dhaka University. His wife, Catherine Masud, is a Chicago-born film editor.

Tareque Masud Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tareque Masud reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Tareque Masud's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Tareque Masud's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Return Journey, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tareque Masud Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tareque Masud's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tareque Masud has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2012 Return Journey Self Flop Similar →

Tareque Masud - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tareque Masud?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tareque Masud is "Return Journey" with a rating of 0.0/10.

How many movies has Tareque Masud acted in?

Tareque Masud has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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