At the age of nine, she caught the attention of actor Sohel Rana while performing dance at the then Iqbal Hall of the University of Dhaka.

[8] Sultana paired with actor Razzak in 30 films including Ashikkhito (1978), Rajanigandha (1982), Ashar Alo (1982), Jinjir (1979), Anarkali, Bidhata (1989), Bourani', Sonar Horin, Mana, Ram Rahim John, Sanai, Sohag, Matir Putul, Shaheb Bibi Golam, and Obhijan (1984).

[10] For ten days Sultana was admitted to the intensive care unit of a private hospital in an unconscious state.

Upon detecting a blood infection,[11] she was transferred to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University on 1 January 2025.

[13][14] Sultana was adorned with numerous national and international accolades, alongside several awards from various social and cultural organisations.