“Friends like us, are two in two hundred million”: Chanchal on Khushi’s birthday

Both hail from Pabna, and their homes are quite close to each other; yet, they did not know one another back in their village. It was only after entering the world of acting that they met, and a friendship blossomed. Just as audiences have been captivated by their on-screen chemistry, their real-life friendship serves as an inspiration to many.

We are talking about actor Chanchal Chowdhury and actress Shahnaz Khushi, long-time friends in the entertainment industry. Today is Khushi’s birthday, and Chanchal did not miss the chance to send his best wishes to his friend on this special day.

Chanchal posted a photograph taken with Khushi during the shoot of a drama, writing, "As long as we can argue and bicker to our hearts' content, we can consider ourselves to be in good health. At our age, all our dreams now revolve around our children. If they can just find their own footing while we remain standing by, that would be our greatest peace."

Chanchal believes that the friendship he shares with Khushi is truly rare. Addressing her, he wrote, "In a country of 200 million people, there are only two of us, artistic, hot-headed, quick-tempered, argumentative, combative, and critical, like you and me. May you live a long life, my friend! Let us stay healthy by continuing to bicker until the very end. Happy birthday, my friend! Sending you endless good wishes."

Chanchal also noted that the text in his post was written a few years ago. Due to their busy schedules, the two friends haven't had the chance to sit down and chat for quite some time. Regarding this, the actor added, "It’s been a long while since we’ve had a heart-to-heart talk or a good argument. But that’s alright, just stay well, my friend. Stay healthy and happy."

Notably, Shahnaz Khushi is a highly accomplished actress in Bengali television dramas. Over a career spanning nearly three decades, she has appeared in many critically acclaimed and popular dramas, including Sakin Sarisuri, Harkipte, Rosu Chor, Kotha Dilem To, Shil Bari, and Happy Family. Her life partner is the celebrated playwright and actor Brindaban Das. Moreover, his two sons, Dibya Jyoti and Soumya Jyoti, have also ventured into acting and are receiving praise.

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