Ali Aftab
Senior Entertainment Journalist
Contact: 01819882545
Email: aliaftab072@gmail.com
ABOUT ME
Accomplished senior journalist with over 15 years of experience in leading newspapers and television channels. Recognized with multiple awards for excellence in journalism. Strong leadership abilities and expertise in mentoring and teaching journalism, with a proven track record of delivering impactful stories and managing high-performing teams. And completed Bachelor in Journalism and Media Studies Stamford University Bangladesh.
ACHIEVEMENT
*Best Entertainment Journalist*, Sanko Channel-i Music Award, 2012
Awarded for exceptional reporting and storytelling in the entertainment industry, demonstrating a keen understanding of cultural trends and audience engagement.
* Best Entertainment Journalist – International Bowl Festival, 2018
Honored for excellence in entertainment journalism, showcasing exceptional storytelling and in-depth industry analysis at a prestigious international event.
*Best Entertainment Journalist* – Star Awards, 2018
Recognized for delivering innovative and engaging content, and for setting industry standards in entertainment reporting.
*Best Entertainment Reporter* – Bangladesh Achievers Awards, 2021
Awarded for outstanding investigative reporting and in-depth coverage of entertainment trends, establishing a reputation for reliable, insightful journalism.
*Best Film Entertainment Journalist* – Bharat-Bangladesh Film Awards, 2019
Recognized for expert film industry reporting, and for offering critical analysis and coverage of the intersection of Bengali and Bollywood cinema.
*Best Reporter* – The Daily Bangladesh Pratidin, 2019
Awarded for outstanding investigative reporting and in-depth coverage of entertainment trends, establishing a reputation for reliable, insightful journalism.
*Best Entertainment Program* – Radio Capital 94.8, 2020
Awarded for creating and hosting the highest-rated entertainment program, blending creativity and audience engagement to redefine radio broadcasting.
WORK EXPERIENCE
October 2024 – Present
*ATN News
Head of Entertainment
– Leading the entertainment division, overseeing digital content creation, program development, and strategic planning.
– Hosting a highly engaging celebrity talk show “Box Office”, establishing a strong connection with audiences and industry professionals.
April 2022 – August 2024
*Desh Television
Head of Entertainment
– Directed and produced daily national and international entertainment bulletins, special features, and celebrity interview programs.
– Played a key role in shaping the entertainment programming strategy to drive viewer engagement both in television and social networks.
– Successfully hosted a widely appreciated celebrity talk show “ShubhoMukti”, during my tenure.
March 2010 – March 2022
* The Daily Bangladesh Pratidin
Senior Sub Editor & Head of Entertainment
– Spearheaded the entertainment section for 13 consecutive years, contributing to it’s reputation as one of the country’s leading source of celebrity news and features.
– Conceptualized and executed in-depth celebrity interviews, exclusive features, and special content packages.
– Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to enhance content quality and audience reach.
*2017 – 2019*
*Capital FM 94.8*
Head of Programmes
– Designed and produced the critically acclaimed celebrity talk show “Remand,” which became a flagship program for the station.
– Managed the programming team, schedule, and overall content strategy to ensure audience satisfaction.
*2008 – 2010*
*The Daily Jugantor*
Sub Editor
– Edited and refined content for publication, maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
*2017 – 2019*
*The Daily Samakal*
Sub Editor
– Collaborated with editorial teams to produce compelling and engaging content for print.
*2006 – 2007*
*The Daily Jaijaidin*
Reporter
– Reported on entertainment and cultural stories, conducting interviews and writing features to captivate readers. .
AWARDS
14 May 2020
Bluebase
Non enim praesent
26 June 2018
Demble
Non enim praesent