A gripping portrayal of one of Greek mythology’s most strong-willed women
We witness her ferocities that are little associated with the common understanding of a “just” ruler. We see her as a loving mother, while also finding the fallibilities of motherhood flawlessly seamed into the storytelling.
1y ago
Embracing a new culture
The Hallyu Wave, or the increasing popularity of South Korea’s economy exporting pop culture, entertainment, music, TV dramas, and movies, has taken the world by storm in the last decade. Bangladesh has not lagged behind.
2y ago
Be proud of yourself and your achievements
Bangladesh has made impressive strides in empowering women in recent decades. Today, women are better educated and holding top positions at government and corporate offices. But Mubina Asaf, head of legal and external affairs at BAT Bangladesh, thinks more needs to be done so that we can create an inclusive and sustainable future.
2y ago
Be proud of yourself and your achievements
Women empowerment, to me, means to be able to recognise your own power and capabilities regardless of the barriers that come your way. The empowerment should be attained from self-confidence and resilience and the mindset that failure is instrumental part of success.
2y ago
Boli: A crime thriller with wasted potential
Currently streaming on the platform, Hoichoi, “Boli” is a crime thriller web series directed by Shankha Dasgupta. Boasting a star-studded cast including Chanchal Chowdhury, Shohel Mondol, Iresh Zaker, Sohana Saba, Safa Kabir, and Salauddin Lavlu among others, it was released on December 3 to much anticipation.
2y ago
May 28, 2021
Menstruation and social stigma in Bangladesh
“When I was 15, I had sent my younger brother to the nearby pharmacy to get me a packet of sanitary napkins. He came back without having it
May 20, 2021
SHOUT Quiz: Movies in Quarantino
Your daily life decides which movie you should watch right now.
April 29, 2021
Uncharted territories, uncertain futures
On March 22, 2020, the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) exam was announced as postponed due to Covid-19.
April 6, 2021
The Plight of MBBS Admission Test Examinees
“I think students who were preparing for the medical college had it the hardest.”
November 12, 2020
Young Entrepreneurs Starting a Business During the Pandemic
What led the youth to start their first venture in the middle of a pandemic, and how they are managing to hold their own?
November 5, 2020
Making it easier. Period.
Periods are, for most of us, a tough business. Almost everyone has their own ways of dealing with this monthly predicament.
October 1, 2020
How reading goals take the joy out of books
As a reader, should one feel inadequate for having read fewer books than another person?
September 24, 2020
How to befriend an introvert
Here are some tips to help you figure out how to respectfully win the friendship of an introvert, assuming you aren't one yourself.
September 1, 2020
Education and skill development during Covid-19 and beyond
“Being a final year student, I am uncertain about how to prepare my thesis report as it requires a lot of field work. Hence,
August 13, 2020
Art and Its Essentiality
All we talk about is how art is not a solemn necessity, thus, not the best medium to earn money. Let's put that thought aside for a while and consider something else, the sheer effort behind it.
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