Mejbaur Rahman Sumon

Mejbaur Rahman Sumon is a Bangladeshi filmmaker, screenwriter, and musician. He has received critical acclaim for his works, particularly in the films Hawa. Along with films he also direct TV drama and commercials. He is a founding member and vocal of Bengali music band Meghdol. Hawa was the Bangladesh's submission to the 2022 Academy Awards in best foreign film category.

Career Sumon started his career as a maker of commercial advertisement along with TV drama for a long time. He gained widespread recognition with the release of his film Hawa. Sumon directed a story of Ei Muhurte, an anthology film produced and released on Chorki. Hawa later garnered interest outside of Bangladesh, with Sumon overseeing its release in India in 2024.

In 2024, Sumon's new project Roid (In English: Sunlight), was invited by Film Bazaar to make a pitch at the Co-Production Market alongside the International Film Festival of India.

Musician Sumon recognized as a key member of the band Meghdol, which has celebrated over 20 years in the music industry. He is contributing as a lyricist and vocals for twenty years with the band.

Additionally, the wildlife crime prevention unit of the Forest Department has sought legal action against Sumon for a scene depicting a caged bird, claiming it violates wildlife laws. Thirty-three environmental organizations have called for the removal of this scene after a recent viewing by the unit.

Filmography + Year Title Role(s)TypeNotes 2022 Hawa Director, Writer (story)FilmShortlisted for 80th Golden Globe Awards. Ei Muhurte -"Rupban" Director, Writer (story)Ott AnthologyReleased on Chorki.2026RoidDirector, Writer (story)FilmSelected for the Tiger Competition, of the 55th International Film Festival Rotterdam.

Recognition Hawa (2022) was shown in Bangladeshi movie theaters for over 100 days, was submitted as Bangladesh's nomination for the Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards and was shortlisted for the 80th Golden Globe Awards.

His second film Roid got the selection in tiger competition at 55th International Film Festival Rotterdam.