Rafiath Rashid Mithila is a prominent figure in Bangladesh, celebrated as an actress, singer, model, and dedicated development worker. Her multifaceted career and contributions to social causes have made her a well-known and respected personality.

Wiki/Biography

Rafiath Rashid Mithila entered the world on Sunday, May 25, 1980, in Dhaka, Bangladesh. A Gemini, she’s also known by the nickname Mithila. Her educational journey began at Viqarunnisa Noon School and College in Dhaka. She later pursued and completed both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in political science from the University of Dhaka, in 2006 and 2008 respectively. Her academic pursuits continued with a post-graduation in “Contemporary Approaches to Curriculum and Instruction” from the College of Education and Human Development in Germany in 2010. She further enhanced her expertise by earning a master’s degree in Early Childhood Development from BRAC University in Dhaka in 2016, achieving the prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Gold Medal.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5’5″
• Eye Colour: Dark Brown
• Hair Colour: Dark Brown

Family, Boyfriend & Husband

While the names of Mithila’s parents remain undisclosed, she has a younger sister, Radia Islam. On August 3, 2006, she married Tahsan Rahman Khan, and they have a daughter, Ayra Tehreem Khan. Their marriage ended on July 20, 2017. Subsequently, she was reportedly in relationships with Iftekhar Ahmed Fahmi (film director) from 2017 to 2018, and later, with Srijit Mukherji (film director) in 2019.

Career

Mithila’s career began in 2002 as a model, showcasing her talents in cultural and fashion shows for Neelanjana Palli. She transitioned into television commercials, becoming a brand ambassador for numerous products, including Hayes, Haier, Bajaj hair oil, Close-up, and Huawei Smartphones. Her widespread recognition soared on August 22, 2008, with her appearance in Habib Wahid’s music video, “O Amar Moyna Go”.

Her television debut followed in October 2008 with “House Full,” leading to roles in various TV shows, telefilms, short films, and music videos. In 2011, she embarked on a path of social work with BRAC (Building Resources Across Communities), progressing from Senior Manager of Education (November 2011) to Programme Manager of Education (2014). She actively represented BRAC at international events and conferences. In April 2017, she assumed the role of Head of Early Childhood Development Programme at BRAC International. Her work extended to several countries including Uganda, Nepal, Tanzania, South Sudan, and Liberia, where she contributed to research projects, teaching, and curriculum development. She’s also a vocal advocate for women’s and children’s rights. She’s served as a brand ambassador for the “BBC Janala” Campaign and a goodwill ambassador for Grameen Phone’s “Safe Internet for Children” campaign. She also created and hosted “Berey Othar Golpo,” Bangladesh’s first radio show on early childhood development parenting, on Radio Shadhin.

Her teaching career includes roles at institutions such as Northern University of Bangladesh, Scholastica school of Bangladesh, the Minneapolis Public School District (USA), and the Department of Early Childhood Development at BRAC University. She’s also a writer for both academic and non-academic publications.

Controversy

In November 2019, private photos of Mithila with Iftekhar Ahmed Fahmi were leaked online, becoming viral. Mithila addressed the situation on Facebook, stating that Fahmi’s account had been hacked and that she had filed a cybercrime complaint.

Favourite Things

Mithila’s preferences include:

• Actors: Ferdous Ahmed, Arifin Shuvo
• Actresses: Idina Menzel, Roxy Darr
• Model: Milind Soman
• Singer: Madonna
• Attire: Saree
• Colours: Pink, Yellow, Cream
• Destination: Bangkok

Facts/Trivia

Mithila enjoys dancing, cooking, and traveling. She’s a trained artist, having studied acting, music, and dance. Her artwork has been showcased at Dhaka’s Drik Art Gallery. She’s also authored two children’s books: “School Er Prothom Din” and “Laal Balloon”.

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