The success of "Rishta" catapulted Purnima to stardom. She became a household name in Bangladesh, and her popularity soon spread across the Indian subcontinent. She began receiving offers for films and TV shows from prominent production houses in Bangladesh and India.

In 2010, she won the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in Ora Amake Bhalo Hote Dilo Na . Versatility in Popular Media: Television and Hosting

Purnima entered the industry as a student in class eight or nine, making her debut in the 1998 film E Jibon Tomar Amar directed by Zakir Hossain.

Purnima , born Dilara Hanif Rita, stands as a cornerstone of Bangladeshi entertainment, maintaining a career that spans over 26 years. From her early debut in the late 1990s to her modern evolution into a versatile media personality, she has consistently redefined the role of a leading lady in Dhallywood. Career Milestones and Cinematic Success