Akhlakur Rahman

Contributing writer for Arts & Entertainment and Star Youth.

Shohel Mondol returns to his roots

"Let Me Out' sheds light on the corruption and abuse of power within the judicial system, issues often overlooked by the general populace," shared Shohel Mondol.

1y ago

The enigmatic Tawsif

While Tawsif Mahbub does look forward to exploring streaming platforms and dreams of making it to the global stage, his current focus is solely on tele-productions.

1y ago

Rise of antagonists on OTT

Here are five celebrated actors who have meticulously portrayed negative roles in OTT releases, enthralling the audience with their impeccable performances.

1y ago

Remembering Bollywood’s sweetheart, Sridevi

Today marks the 60th birthday of the illustrious actor, Sridevi. Who had left the entertainment industry grief-stricken, after her demise in 2018. Remembering the late actor Sridevi, let us look at five of her most well-known films today.

1y ago

Abdullah Al Sentu’s ascent in showbiz

Abdullah Al Sentu had been affiliated with the world of acting since he was in grade five, having both directed and acted on stage with Chandraboti Theatre. After honing his skills, he travelled to Dhaka in 2016, opting to work in short films.

1y ago

May all films do well this Eid: Nirab

Currently, Nirab is waiting for his upcoming film “Phire Dekha” which hit theatres yesterday.  Moreover, the actor will also greet the fans on the silver screen this coming Eid-ul-Azha with Saikat Nasir’s “Casino”.

1y ago

We are magicians, making the audience laugh and cry with us: Shamol Mawla

“The OTT platforms in our nation is still in its infancy stage, and could be considered small in our industry. However, it has the potential to be as vast as the sky,” shared Shamol Mawla.

1y ago

BSA celebrates 100th birth anniversary of Mrinal Sen

Celebrating Mrinal Sen's centenary birth anniversary, "Mrinal Sen Retrospective" kicked off yesterday, May 14, and will run till May 19. Each day, the celebration will remember the legendary director by screening some of his most noted films.

1y ago
November 19, 2021
November 19, 2021

Young innovators from Digital Khichuri Challenge showcase their impactful ideas

UNDP's Partnership a Tolerant, Inclusive Bangladesh (PTIB) organised a showcase, featuring ten youth-led innovative organisations, which have previously won the Digital Khichuri Challenge, at Impact Hub Dhaka recently.

November 12, 2021
November 12, 2021

Rima Sultana Rimu’s relentless mission to empower women

Rima Sultana Rimu is one of the two Bangladeshis on the 2020 BBC 100 inspiring and influential women list, from around the world. She is relentlessly working to empower women and eliminate gender discrimination, violence, and child marriage in conflicted areas of Bangladesh.

November 5, 2021
November 5, 2021

Solo exhibition ‘Temperament of Time’ concludes

Noted artist Syed Golam Dastagir’s first solo exhibition “Temperament of Time” came to a close yesterday at Gallery Shilpangan. The event was inaugurated on 22nd October by eminent educationist Dr Syed Manzoorul Islam. 

October 29, 2021
October 29, 2021

A book to go with your haircut

Inspired by the late social activist Polan Sarkar, who was also known as “Alor Ferrywala”, Harun ur Rashid and his 14-year-old son Arifur Rahman Apon go around house to house, delivering books for free.

October 27, 2021
October 27, 2021

‘Bangladesh Art Week’ hosts three events in Dubai

Bangladesh Art Week (BAW) launched three distinct yet correlated exhibitions, “Connection”, “I•D•E•N•T•I•T•Y WHO ARE YOU....TODAY?”, and “Undefined Territory” in Dubai, which will be on display till November in Dubai.

October 22, 2021
October 22, 2021

Malay Bala shares his ambitions, artistic philosophy

Renowned artist Malay Bala won the hearts of avid art lovers with his acclaimed series, “The Reunion of Shakuntala” inspired by the Sanskrit classic “Abhigyan Shakuntalam,” written by Kalidas.

October 22, 2021
October 22, 2021

11-year-old Toky Yasar Ayman’s earnest tribute to Sheikh Russel

Eleven-year-old Toky Yasar Ayman has impressed one and all with his melodious voice.  He recently partnered up with renowned singer and lyricist Shafiq Tuhin for the duet song, “Sheikh Russeler Kanna”.

October 21, 2021
October 21, 2021

IPDC Finance’s Agraz: Seeing through lenses of Sara Zaker

Agraz, an online event organised by IPDC Finance, showcases the journey of Bangladesh to becoming an independent nation. Hosted by Anis A Khan, advisor of Tyser Risk Management, Bangladesh, the event features stories of noted Bangladeshi personalities, their memories of the Liberation War, their ideas for Bangladesh, and their vision for the country's prosperous future.

October 15, 2021
October 15, 2021

Lighting up lives through eco-friendly practices

Shanjidul Alam Seban Shaan, founder of EcoVation Bangladesh (formerly known as Liter of Light), received the GEORGE H.W. BUSH Points of Light Awards’ Inspirational Honour Roll.

October 5, 2021
October 5, 2021

Robinhood Animal Rescuers celebrate World Animal Day

Robinhood Animal Rescuers organised a press conference celebrating World Animal Day on October 4, 2021. Afzal Khan, the founder of Robinhood Animal Rescuers, hopes to spread awareness for all animals that live side by side with us in our society through World Animal Day.