Model, actress and presenter Tulana Al Harun died at a hospital in Dhaka on Friday night after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was pronounced dead at 11:05 PM on October 23 while receiving treatment at BRB Hospital.
Her younger brother Ayaz confirmed her death.
According to family sources, Tulana was diagnosed with cancer after developing a brain tumour. She underwent surgery and showed some improvement, but her condition deteriorated recently, leading to her hospitalisation. She suffered a cardiac arrest on Friday night despite efforts by doctors to save her.
Her family said her funeral prayer would be held on Saturday, October 24, at Road No. 3 in Mansurabad Pisciculture Housing in Mohammadpur. She would then be buried at the Rayerbazar Intellectuals' Cemetery.
News of her death prompted an outpouring of grief on social media, with colleagues, fashion choreographers, designers and fans expressing their condolences. Many described her death as an irreparable loss to the country's modelling and entertainment industries.
Throughout her career, Tulana established herself in modelling, acting and television presenting. She was also recognised for her work as a fashion choreographer and stylist. Despite personal challenges, she maintained an active social media presence and was known for her positive outlook.
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