Renowned television and web series director Rafat Mozumder Rinku has been arrested by the law enforcement agencies. He was taken into custody late at night on Monday from the Gulshan area of Dhaka.
According to reports, Rinku has been arrested in connection with a murder case filed at Gulshan Police Station. Gulshan Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Touhid Alam confirmed the news to the media.
The police officer stated that Rinku was arrested in connection with a murder case filed on September 12. He was also the former joint general secretary of Dhaka North City Chhatra League.
The news of Rinku's arrest has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Social media is abuzz with protests from filmmakers, artists, and other industry professionals.
Ashfaque Nipun wrote, “Rinku is like our younger brother. Last night, he was arrested by Police in a false case filed by someone. We demand the immediate release of Rinku. This culture of filing false cases against innocent people must stop.”
Singer Konal protested, saying, “I don't know the exact reason why director Rinku was arrested late at night. No one can provide a specific reason yet. But I just want to say that director Rinku should not be implicated in any false or baseless case due to harassment or revenge. I am seeing and hearing many incidents of harassment of our country's cultural workers due to personal grudges and revenge. These must stop immediately. Director Rinku deserves justice.”
Dipankar Dipon wrote, “I strongly protest the late-night arrest of a filmmaker. I demand the immediate release of this filmmaker who always comes forward to help artists and other professionals in times of need.”
Actress Tanjin Tisha wrote, “Rafat Mozumder Rinku can never harm anyone. I demand the immediate release of director Rinku.”
The arrest of this filmmaker has sparked widespread outrage and calls for his immediate release. Many in the industry believe that Rinku may be a victim of political persecution or personal vendetta. The details of the case are still unknown.