text: Shah had six releases in 1994. His first release was Zahirul Haque's romantic drama Tumi Amar opposite Shabnur. It was first of the pair's many successful collaborations. Shah's avatar in the film was noted to be a representative of the ambitious and rebellious youth of that time. He played the heir of a Zamindar family in Shibli Sadik's romantic comedy Ontare Ontare opposite Mousumi. He took the leading role of Shujon in the remake of Khan Ataur Rahman's rural drama Sujan Sakhi. It was Shah's first attempt at playing a character with a rural backdrop. Critics noted his commitment to the role with the mannerisms, body language and accent of a village boy. Shah played a student leader in Mohammad Hannan's political drama Bikkhov. The movie earned acclaim and Shah received praise for the depth and sincerity he put in his performance. He was a major favorite to win the Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actor for the film but lost out to Alamgir. Due to the success of these films, Shah was able to establish himself as one of the most sought after leading men in the industry. He next appeared in Gazi Mazharul Anwar's Sneho where Shah starred with veterans Shabana, Alamgir and Humayun Faridi. His last release was the coming of age film Prem Judho opposite Lima where Shah played a father for the first time. The film didn't fare well at the box office. Shah was a playback singer in one of the songs of the album.
  In the same year, He starred in the TV drama Itikotha which was based on rural garments industry. He played an England returned artisan named Yusuf.
  1995–1996: Commercial successes, acclaim and superstardom