[3] Farooque was one of the most recognizable stars of the classical and golden era of Bangladeshi film industry.

[14] Farooque was a ruling Awami League member of Parliament (MP) for Dhaka-17 since 2018 Bangladeshi general election.

[21] In liberation war, he was closely associated with and fought alongside guerrilla legend 'Nader Gunda' as second in command.

[25] This brave veteran and multiple award-winning actor has contributed enormously to shape the Golden Era of the Bangladeshi film industry.

Golapi Ekhon Traine, Lathial, Abar Tora Manush Ho, Mia Bhai, Sareng Bou, Padma Meghna Jamuna, Ekhono Onek Raat; the list of his milestone works continued to adorn his career.

Farooque was one of the founders of Film Artist Association and incumbent president of Bangobandhu Sangskritik Jot.

He was the managing director of Farooque Kniting and Dying Manufacturing Company situated in Kaliakoir, Gazipur.

[32] In September 2020, Farooque tested positive for tuberculosis, and was admitted to Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore.