Forhad Bin Khaled (30 May 1963 – 20 December 2020), known professionally as Shimul Khaled was a Bangladeshi fashion designer from Chittagong.[1][2][3][4] He has been selling clothing that he has designed under the "Charu Chattogram" label since 1989. In his career, he has worked as a fashion designer for famous models, including the popular movie stars Ferdous, Moushumi, Shakib Khan, Jaya Ahsan and various other famous brands. He has won numerous awards for his outstanding achievements.[2] He was working as the director of an upcoming Bengali film called 'Chattola Express'.[5][6]
Early life
Shimul Khaled was born on 30 May 1963 in Chittgaong, Bangladesh to eminent journalist and writer Khaled Belal and Bedoura Begum.[7][8][9]
Shimul Khaled with Ferdous Ahmed and Tahmina Authoi
Career
Khaled was a fashion designer for several notable Bengali films, such as Ek Cup Cha.[1] He is credited with starting the fashion show trend in Chittagong and has put on numerous fashion shows around Bangladesh. He also served as a judge for numerous fashion events in Bangladesh.[4][10]
Death
Shimul Khaled died on 20 December 2020 at 6am BST at National Hospital in Chittagong.[2][8] He was suffering from severe health issues.
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