Anwara, a renowned Bangladeshi film actress, has made a remarkable impact on the industry, with a staggering total of over 600 films under her belt as of 2015. Her impressive career has been recognized with the prestigious Bangladesh National Film Award for Lifetime Achievement, bestowed upon her by the Bangladesh government in 2020.
Throughout her illustrious career, Anwara has received numerous accolades for her outstanding performances. She has been awarded the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress a staggering seven times for her memorable roles in films such as Golapi Ekhon Traine (1978),Sundori (1979),Sokhinar Juddho (1984),Moroner Pore (1990),Radha Krishna (1992),Banglar Badhu (1993),and Ontore Ontore (1994). Additionally, she has received the Best Actress award once for her exceptional performance in the film Shuvoda (1986).
