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Sneak peek into Ayman-Munzereen's wedding ceremony
Ayman Sadiq, founder and CEO of 10 Minute School, and Munzereen Shahid, author and public speaker, tied the knot today at a private akhd ceremony in the capital. Here's a sneak peek into the heartwarming moments that united these two souls.
Films, flashing lights, and stars: Cannes Film Festival concludes today
The Cannes Film Festival geared up for a bumper 75th anniversary edition with a selection of big Hollywood names, buzzy newcomers and previous Palme d’Or winners from May 17– a splashy return even as the conflict in Ukraine looms over festivities.
Youth Employment: UNDP Movers summit ends with new job opportunities
The summit brought together six private companies and 160 young participants of the Movers Programme in Bangladesh to offer them job opportunities and Master Classes on skill-sets for emerging job sectors.
Achievements larger than life
Ekushey Padak awardee Raisul Islam Asad stepped into acting 50 years ago, winning 5 National Awards for his commendable screen presence. The star has been honoured for the sixth time this year, with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Selena Gomez presents SAG Awards barefooted
Selena Gomez got on stage barefoot on Sunday’s 2022 SAG Awards, while presenting the award for outstanding performance by a female actor in a supporting role.
‘Amar Bhashar Chalachchitra 1428’ kicks off at TSC
The 20th edition of ‘Amar Bhashar Chalachchitra 1428’, organised by Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS), starts today. The will take place at the TSC premises of Dhaka University and will end on February 26.
‘Payer Tolay Mati Nai’ to screen in six international film festivals
After screening in the 26th Busan International Film Festival and 52nd Goa International Film Festival, the film “Payer Tolay Mati Nai” will be previewed in six international film festivals in three countries (Japan, India and Nepal).
Solo exhibition ‘Ka’-Shommondhiyo [Connected Speech]’ underway at AFD
The solo art exhibition, “Ka’-Shommondhiyo [Connected Speech]” by Azizee Fawmi Khan, is underway at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD).
'Two Strangers Versus Oleander Flower' at Shilpakala
An acclaimed theatre production titled, Two Strangers Versus Oleander Flower will be staged at the Studio Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on January 17 and 18. The 40-minute long play is set to be staged in two shows (7 pm and 8 pm) every day.
'West Meets East' at DIFF
According to Sydney Levin, there often seems to be a misunderstanding amongst filmmakers that, in order for a film to be successful in the international market, it must comprise of a stellar cast.
Chobi Mela X to open on February 28
The tenth edition of Chobi Mela launches on February 28, 2019. In a press conference held yesterday at Drik's new gallery in Panthapath, the organisers updated the media on the upcoming programme. The festival will continue with many happenings till March 9.
Women in Cinema Conference 2019 at DIFF
An array of topics on women in film was discussed at the fifth Dhaka International Conference on Women in Cinema 2019. The conference was organised at Alliance Française de Dhaka by Rainbow Film Society, in association with the Women and Gender Studies department of the University of Dhaka (DU), as a part of the 17th Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF).
Faces of Bangladesh in the DIFF jury board
Noted Bangladeshi film actor and activist Ilias Kanchan and internationally acclaimed Bangladeshi filmmaker Rubaiyat Hossain made to the list of 12 member jury board of the Dhaka International Film Festival 2019.
An evening of music with Mo and the Shooting Stars
Recently, Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, High Commission of India, Dhaka, organised a musical programme, featuring Mo and the Shooting Stars, an Indian folk fusion band from Assam who are known for their covers as well as their original compositions. It was held at the main auditorium of Bangladesh National Museum.
Bangla Utshab 2019 concludes
The concluding day of Bangla Utshab 2019, held at Nazrul Mancha, Rabindra Sarobar in Kolkata, welcomed guests to a mesmerising evening of music, featuring an array of artistes from Bangladesh and West Bengal.
Did 2018 hit the right notes?
It is hard to argue the fact that 2018 was an eventful year in Bangladeshi music. Whether it be the end of a musical saga, or a stark change in consumption trends, there was a lot that indicated where the future may lie for an industry that is slowly recuperating from the dark days of mass piracy.
Birthday felicitations to Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin
Today marks the 104th birth anniversary of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin, the founding father of Bangladeshi art and art education. Born in Mymensingh, Abedin grew up in the serene landscape by the river Brahmaputra. In 1933, he enrolled at Calcutta Government Art School, and later taught at the institute. He was an influential member of the Calcutta Group of progressive artists.
Grand festival of victory concludes at BSA
December is the month of victory. To celebrate the victory in grandeur, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) arranged a weeklong (December 21-27) grand festival that concluded yesterday.