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Ostad Jahangir Alam
Blackbelt 8th DAN
Ostad Jahangir Alam is a martial arts practitioner, actor, producer, director, and entrepreneur. He is the founding father of martial arts in Bangladesh. He was born in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar on the 5th of September, 1959. Grandmaster holds 8 dan blackbelt. His entire life has been devoted to promoting the growth of martial arts in Bangladesh as well as ensuring that it grows exponentially, he has great contribution in the action genre and martial arts genre in Bangladesh. He has trained most of the actors and actresses in the film industry. He is an influential figure both in media and sports. He has won many awards in relation to Karate as well as film and media. Through his leadership and training, thousands of students across the country have earned ranks in karate, spreading its discipline and values nationwide.
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Ostad Jahangir Alam founded the Bangladesh Fighter Karate Club, which later evolved into the Bangladesh Fighter Karate Association under his leadership and technical guidance. He was the first national karate coach of Bangladesh and played a key role in structuring national tournaments and grading systems. Trained in Japan under several renowned grandmasters, he introduced authentic techniques to Bangladesh. Beyond teaching, Ostad Jahangir Alam incorporated karate philosophy—respect, self-control, and perseverance—into film and education. His action films in the 1980s and 1990s he invented martial arts in bangla cinema, inspiring a generation of young athletes and film professionals. He has also represented Bangladesh in several international seminars and championships as a delegate and referee.
Appointment letter as the first national karate coach
Masud Parvez Sohel Rana
Blackbelt 8th DAN
Sohel Rana is a legendary Bangladeshi film actor, producer, director, and politician. Born as Masud Parvez, he played a crucial role in introducing and popularizing martial arts-inspired action films in Bangladesh. As a close supporter of the martial arts movement led by Ostad Jahangir Alam, he helped bring karate to the mainstream through cinema, showcasing its philosophy of strength and discipline to a mass audience. His collaboration with martial artists in film not only promoted karate culture but also inspired the younger generation to embrace the art as a means of physical and moral development. His contributions have made him a bridge between sports and entertainment in Bangladesh.
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Sohel Rana was among the first film producers to integrate real martial arts sequences into Bangladeshi cinema during the late 1970s and early 1980s. His productions often featured authentic karate stunts performed by trained martial artists rather than traditional choreographed fights. As a 2nd DAN blackbelt, he practiced under the supervision of Ostad Jahangir Alam and promoted karate in both film and sports communities. He was also instrumental in creating opportunities for martial artists to enter the movie industry. His legacy as an action star helped shape the identity of Bangladeshi action cinema, bridging the gap between traditional heroism and disciplined martial philosophy.
Masum Parvez Rubel
Blackbelt 6th DAN
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Masum Parvez Rubel, began his martial arts career as a national-level karate athlete, winning multiple gold medals in national championships. Under the mentorship of Ostad Jahangir Alam, he represented Bangladesh in international martial arts demonstrations and tournaments. As an actor, Rubel starred in over 200 films, most of which highlighted his karate expertise and disciplined lifestyle. He was instrumental in the popularization of karate in rural and urban Bangladesh, often organizing workshops, self-defense seminars, and youth training camps. His tenure as president of the Bangladesh Karate Federation saw the modernization of training facilities, the establishment of new dojos across the country, and increased participation of women in martial arts. Rubel remains a respected sensei and national icon for his dual contribution to sports and bangladesh cinema.