Shanta Jahan (Bengali: শান্তা জাহান) is a Bangladeshi television presenter, model and actress. She is primarily known for hosting television programmes, live entertainment shows, celebrity talk shows and corporate events. She began her television presenting career in 2012 with the programme Sonar Bangla, broadcast on Channel 9.

Over the years, Jahan has worked with several Bangladeshi television channels, including ATN Bangla, Banglavision, Channel 9, SA TV, Channel 24, RTV, Asian TV and Bangladesh Television (BTV). She has hosted a variety of programmes covering entertainment, music, cooking, lifestyle and special national occasions.

In addition to television presenting, she has worked as a model in television commercials for several brands, including bKash, BSRM, Teletalk and Rupchanda. She has also appeared in television dramas, including Nine & Half and Bou Bibi Begum. Although she has received acting offers, she has consistently identified television presenting as her primary profession.

Jahan has also hosted international stage events and programmes for Bangladeshi communities living abroad. Her professional activities have taken her to countries including Switzerland, Belgium, France, Spain and the United Arab Emirates.

Early Life and Education

Shanta Jahan was born in Bangladesh and comes from a family originally associated with Damudya Upazila in Shariatpur District. She is the daughter of Abdus Sattar and Jahanara Begum. Her father is deceased.

She grew up in a supportive family environment. In interviews, Jahan has mentioned that her family supported her decision to pursue a career in the media industry.

According to published biographical profiles, she completed her Secondary School Certificate (SSC) from New Model Multipurpose High School and her Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) from Mirpur Bangla College. She subsequently studied Marketing at Eden Mohila College in Dhaka.

Her interest in cultural activities and television programmes developed at an early age. She initially considered working as a news presenter before discovering her interest in hosting cultural and entertainment programmes.

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Field	Details
Full Name	Shirin Jahan Shanta
Popular Name	Shanta Jahan
Bengali Name	শান্তা জাহান
Date of Birth	20 April 1993 (Reported)
Age	33 Years (2026)
Birthplace	Bangladesh
Hometown	Shariatpur, Bangladesh
Nationality	Bangladeshi
Profession	Television Presenter, Model, Actress
Religion	Not publicly confirmed
Zodiac Sign	Taurus (Reported DOB)
Education	Marketing, Eden Mohila College (Reported)
School	New Model Multipurpose High School
College	Mirpur Bangla College
Father	Abdus Sattar
Mother	Jahanara Begum
Siblings	Two Elder Sisters (Reported)
Marital Status	Separated (Reported)
Husband	Not publicly identified
Children	One Son
Career Started	2012
Debut Programme	Sonar Bangla
Debut Television Channel	Channel 9
Active Years	2012–Present
Known For	Television Hosting and Event Presentation
Current Residence	Bangladesh
Height	Not Publicly Available
Weight	Not Publicly Available
Eye Color	Not Verified
Hair Color	Not Verified
Body Measurements	Not Publicly Available
Net Worth	Not Publicly Disclosed
Instagram	@shantajahan_official (if verified)

Career

2012–2014: Beginning of Television Career

Shanta Jahan began her television presenting career in 2012 with Sonar Bangla, a programme broadcast on Channel 9. This marked her entry into the Bangladeshi television industry.

Following her debut, she gradually became involved in television entertainment programmes and live events. She hosted programmes on different channels, including Good Morning Bangladesh on Boishakhi TV and several Eid-related entertainment and shopping programmes.

In 2013, she gained wider recognition after hosting a month-long daily programme related to the International Trade Fair on ATN Bangla. The programme helped increase her visibility among television audiences.

She subsequently became associated with Swarnali Shada Kalo, a film-related programme on ATN Bangla. She also hosted Sambar Taal-e, a football-related programme on SA TV during the 2014 FIFA World Cup period.

During this period, she appeared in cultural programmes, celebrity interviews and entertainment shows on several Bangladeshi television networks.

2015–2018: Expansion into Television and Modelling

Jahan continued expanding her career through television hosting, modelling and acting.

She hosted programmes such as Celebrity Talk Show, Chhaya Chhanda, Tara Kothon, Olpo Solpo Golpo, Shoshur Bari Modhur Hari and Gahiner Gaan.

She also became associated with music and entertainment programmes, including Music Station Live, Folk Lounge and Celebrity Cafe.

In 2015, she appeared in the television drama Nine & Half, directed by Mabrur Rashid Bannah. The production featured several Bangladeshi television actors and marked an important acting credit in her career.

She later appeared in other television productions, including Five Female Friends and Shesh Hoinai Bela, a special drama based on the work of poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

During this period, she also developed her modelling career through television commercials and promotional campaigns. Her appearance in a bKash commercial, in particular, contributed to her recognition among television viewers.

2019–2021: National Events and Growing Recognition

By 2019, Jahan had become an established television presenter and stage host in Bangladesh.

She worked on a variety of television programmes, including Shotorko Songket on Channel 24, Boka Baksho-er Addakhana on News24, Shokal Belar Roddur on Banglavision and Movie Bazar on Asian TV.

In November 2019, she was scheduled to host a series of ten events organised by Nestlé Bangladesh across different locations in the country. The programme demonstrated her growing presence in corporate and live event hosting.

She continued appearing in television commercials and entertainment programmes. Her commercial modelling work included campaigns for several national and international brands.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, she remained active in television entertainment and digital broadcasting. In 2021, she returned to a busy schedule of television and stage presentations.

Her television projects during this period included Music Station on Banglavision, Friday Star on Channel 9 and Sonali Jibon on ATN Bangla.

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2022–2024: International Hosting and Television Projects

Jahan continued working as a television presenter and event host during this period. She appeared in regular television programmes, live broadcasts and special entertainment productions.

In January 2024, she discussed her approximately 12-year career in television presenting in an interview with Alokito Bangladesh. She explained that hosting remained her main professional identity and that she preferred to focus on presenting rather than becoming regularly involved in acting.

She also discussed her preparation process for television programmes, explaining that she researches the subject matter and prepares scripts before appearing on camera.

In June 2024, she returned to Bangladesh after presenting programmes in four European countries: Switzerland, Belgium, France and Spain. She also participated in several events for Bangladeshi expatriate communities.

Her television activities during this period included live musical programmes, talk shows, cooking programmes and special events on Banglavision, Channel 9, SA TV and MY TV.

2025–Present: Continued Work as a Presenter

Shanta Jahan has continued to focus on television presenting, stage performances and corporate events.

In March 2025, she discussed her professional activities in an interview with Shomoyer Alo, reiterating that television presenting remained her primary professional field.

She has also continued to appear in entertainment-related events and television programmes. Alongside her presenting work, she has maintained an interest in selected acting and modelling projects.

Her professional identity remains closely associated with live television presentation and entertainment hosting in Bangladesh.

Television Hosting Career

Shanta Jahan has hosted numerous television programmes across different Bangladeshi channels. Her work includes cultural shows, celebrity interviews, cooking programmes, musical events, reality-based entertainment and live broadcasts.

Some of her notable hosting assignments include:

Programme	Television Channel	Role
Sonar Bangla	Channel 9	Host
Good Morning Bangladesh	Boishakhi TV	Host
Swarnali Shada Kalo	ATN Bangla	Host
Celebrity Talk Show	Boishakhi TV	Host
Chhaya Chhanda	BTV	Host
Tara Kothon	BTV	Host
Olpo Solpo Golpo	BTV	Host
Shoshur Bari Modhur Hari	ATN Bangla	Host
Crime Patrol	ATN Bangla	Host
Gahiner Gaan	SA TV	Host
Music Station	Banglavision / other productions	Host
Fold Station	SA TV	Host
Boka Baksho-er Addakhana	News24	Host
Movie Bazar	Asian TV	Host
Golden Song	Boishakhi TV	Host
Folk Lounge	SA TV	Host
Celebrity Cafe	Asian TV	Host
Heem Shader Ranna	Channel 24	Host
Shotorko Songket	Channel 24	Host
Shokal Belar Roddur	Banglavision	Host
Bijoyini	Channel 9	Host
Godhulir Amontrone	Channel 9	Host
Alap	Boishakhi TV	Host
Friday Star	Channel 9	Host
Sonali Jibon	ATN Bangla	Host

Note: This is a selection of programmes associated with her career. Some programmes were hosted during particular seasons or special broadcasts.

Acting Career

Although Shanta Jahan is primarily known as a television presenter, she has also appeared in Bangladeshi television dramas and telefilms.

Her acting debut came through Nine & Half, directed by Mabrur Rashid Bannah. She later appeared in other productions, including Bou Bibi Begum, directed by Ezaz Munna.

She also appeared in Shesh Hoinai Bela, a special television drama based on the work of Kazi Nazrul Islam and directed by Nahid Ahmed Pial. The production featured actress Suborna Mustafa, whom Jahan has described as one of her favourite performers.

Her acting credits include:

Year	Drama / Production	Director
2015	Nine & Half	Mabrur Rashid Bannah
2016	Five Female Friends	—
—	Shesh Hoinai Bela	Nahid Ahmed Pial
—	Bou Bibi Begum	Ezaz Munna
2018	Madam You Are Mine (Short Film)	Iftakhar Ahmed Oshin

Jahan has stated in interviews that she does not intend to pursue acting on a regular basis. She prefers to accept roles when the story, character and schedule suit her professional commitments.

Modelling Career and Television Commercials

Alongside presenting, Shanta Jahan has established a career in commercial modelling. She has appeared in more than 30 television commercials, according to published entertainment reports.

Some of the brands and organisations associated with her commercial work include:

• bKash
• BSRM
• Teletalk
• Rupchanda
• PRAN Group
• Standard Chartered

Her bKash television commercial attracted particular attention and contributed to her popularity among viewers.

She has also participated in promotional campaigns, press advertisements and corporate events. Her modelling assignments have included appearances alongside well-known personalities, including Bangladeshi cricketer Shakib Al Hasan.

International Events and Stage Hosting

In addition to television programmes in Bangladesh, Jahan has hosted international cultural and entertainment events.

She has performed at events organised for Bangladeshi expatriate communities in different countries.

In 2021, she hosted programmes at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates for Bangladeshi audiences. In 2024, she presented shows in Switzerland, Belgium, France and Spain.

Her international hosting activities have included musical performances, cultural celebrations, community gatherings and corporate events.

She has also presented programmes organised by government institutions and participated in national-level events attended by prominent public figures.

Personal Life

Shanta Jahan generally keeps details of her personal life relatively private. She is the daughter of Abdus Sattar and Jahanara Begum. Her family has roots in Damudya Upazila of Shariatpur District.

She has two elder sisters, identified in published reports as Sumi and Jhumur.

Jahan has one son, whom she has occasionally mentioned in interviews. In a December 2024 interview, she discussed her experience of raising her son and explained that he had been a major motivation in her life.

She revealed that she and her husband had separated in late 2009. She has subsequently focused on raising her son while continuing her professional career.

In interviews, she has also spoken about the importance of family support and the challenges of balancing motherhood with a demanding career in television and event hosting.

Social Work and Humanitarian Activities

Apart from her work in the entertainment industry, Shanta Jahan has been associated with activities supporting underprivileged children.

According to a 2019 report published by The New Nation, she had been involved in initiatives for street children for approximately five years. These activities focused on providing children with shelter, food and educational opportunities.

Her involvement in such initiatives has been mentioned in media coverage of her professional and personal activities.

Awards and Recognition

Shanta Jahan has received recognition for her work in television presentation and entertainment hosting.

Published biographical records associate her with awards from organisations including:

• Bangladesh Bhasashi Shilpi Sangstha (BABISAS)
• Cultural Journalists Forum of Bangladesh (CJFB)

However, a complete independently verified record of her awards, categories and award years is not readily available. Her recognition as a television presenter has also been discussed in several Bangladeshi entertainment publications.

Public Image and Professional Identity

Shanta Jahan is widely recognised in Bangladesh as a television presenter and live event host. Her career has included entertainment programmes, celebrity interviews, musical broadcasts, cultural events and corporate presentations.

Although she has worked as an actress and model, she has consistently described television presenting as her primary professional identity.

Her ability to work across different television networks and host both national and international events has contributed to her reputation in the Bangladeshi entertainment industry.