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
October 1, 2021
October 1, 2021

Learning innovatively with Science Bee

Mobin Sikder, a student of Chemistry at Jahangirnagar University, is the founder of Science Bee, an online platform that aims to educate youngsters about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.

September 17, 2021
September 17, 2021

Skateboarding towards glory

Nafi Ahmed intends to integrate skateboarding, a unique sport, into the lives of Bangladeshi youths. In line with that thought, he founded the group, Sk8 Platoon, with his peers, Arfi Shahid and Shaquat Hossain, in October 2020.

September 15, 2021
September 15, 2021

IPDC Finance’s Agraz: A chat with Dr Salehuddin Ahmed

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.

September 1, 2021
September 1, 2021

ASF organises ‘Role of Youth Workers in Preventing Violence’

Acid Survivors Foundation (ASF) organised a webinar themed around International Youth Day, titled “Role of Youth Workers in Preventing Violence”, on August 31, via Zoom. It was broadcast live from their Facebook page.

August 31, 2021
August 31, 2021

IPDC Finance’s Agraz: A candid chat with Dr Ainun Nishat

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.

August 31, 2021
August 31, 2021

IPDC Finance’s Agraz: Looking back at the journey of Ataur Rahman

Agraz, an online event organised by IPDC Finance, highlights 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.

August 28, 2021
August 28, 2021

Milone Birohe Nazrul: Chhayanaut’s tribute to the National Poet

Commemorating the National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s 45th death anniversary, Chhayanaut organised a cultural programme, titled “Milone Birohe Nazrul”. The event was held online yesterday at 9 pm on their Facebook page and YouTube channel.

August 20, 2021
August 20, 2021

Brihonnola reaches out to those in need

Seeking an equal and inclusive society, Brihonnola relentlessly works with the transgender community. The organisation intends to include transgender individuals in the mainstream society, while promoting gender equality in Bangladesh. Sadikul Islam started Brihonnola in 2018, along with an executive team of 15 members, amongst which most were transgender people.

August 13, 2021
August 13, 2021

Advocating social awareness through Youth Parliament

22-year-old Sarkar Tanvir Ahmed Tanim, the founder and acting president of Youth Parliament, is one of the nineteen changemakers from Bangladesh who received the 2021 Diana Award.

August 6, 2021
August 6, 2021

Shochetonotar Feriwala: A sliver of hope for spreading social awareness

Sayeed Rimon, also known as ‘Shochetonotar Feriwala’, has been raising awareness about different social issues for the last 12 years.

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