She often starred opposite leading heroes of the time, including Shakib Khan, Riaz, and Manna. While her peak film period was roughly from the late 1990s to the mid-2000s, her work remains popular on TV broadcasts and online platforms.
, where her witty interactions with other stars often go viral.
: A biographical historical drama based on the early life of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
: She frequently appears in music videos and high-profile television commercials (TVCs), maintaining her status as a top-tier model.
Initially, Purnima faced a string of box office disappointments with early movies like Modhu Purnima and Tumi Je Amar (1.2.1). However, her fortunes flipped with the box office sensation Mastanar Upor Mastan , which became one of the highest-grossing Bangladeshi movies of its era (1.2.1).
Before and during her film career, Poornima appeared in several high-budget Bengali music videos (or "lip-sync" videos set to popular film songs). The most enduring include:
While Purnima has an extensive catalog, a few key films serve as the pillars of her legendary status:
– Amar Shopno Tumi (2007)
Purnima’s career is defined by a mix of massive commercial hits and critically acclaimed dramas. Her most frequent on-screen partner was , with whom she delivered some of Dhallywood's most iconic romantic films.
A romantic hit that solidified her popularity with younger audiences.