The challenges the film certification board faces
Hopeful outcomes from the new establishment will take months or years of work, research and the final formation of the act and its accompanying set of rules.
3w ago
‘Obak Bhalobasha’: 30 years later
Warfaze, one of the most celebrated bands in Bangladesh, turns 40 years old today. With albums, compositions, awards and several hits to their name, the band has contributed much to the music industry in Bangladesh. They have also played a vital role– through their melodies and lyrics– in keeping the Bengali language alive, thriving and evolving, over several generations and in countries all over the world, where Bengalis live and communicate accordingly.
5m ago
Delving deep into ‘MaLoMa’ and its topsy turvy world
As I write this, “MaLoMa”, a musical tale of extraordinary lives led by everyday people, is trending number 1 on YouTube Bangladesh & 38 on global YouTube. This song, as a whole, is many stories woven together as one, belonging to people from all walks of life. The stories touch hearts and inspire music lovers to ponder upon life in general. As Arif Dewan and Shagor Dewan sing their hearts out about how mistaken they were about life being a bed of roses, the chaotic city around them comes to life.
6m ago
Weaving ‘Tati’ as a musical, visual treat
It has been a couple of weeks at least since the Bangla New Year celebrations, which we lovingly refer to as Noboborsho. However, Coke Studio Bangla’s “Tati” is still dominating playlists. ‘Taanti’, or in this case “Tati”, refers to the craftsperson or the creator of fabrics, who works with the material called taant – depicting motifs, colourful borders, and softness to touch. Especially in this heat, a taant saree or a fatua is always a welcome addition to an average Bangladeshi wardrobe, allowing one to breathe easy and at the same time, look trendy.
7m ago
Tagore’s Gitabitan and the bookshelf of a Bengali household
It has been 81 years today since Rabindranath Tagore, a Bengali polymath, poet, composer and the first Bengali Nobel Laureate, breathed his last. In these 81 years, much has changed in the world, including the modernisation of his compositions. Tagore’s songs—Rabindra Sangeet, as they are known—are still popular amongst Bengali music lovers.
2y ago
My visit to the Grammys
When I was arriving in Phoenix, Arizona last year for my Humphrey Fellowship, I did not imagine that I would get to be a part of one of the most prestigious musical celebrations of the world – the Grammys.
2y ago
Women in Translation Month: Why we need more of Selina Hossain
The women in Selina Hossain’s books are strong, because the author herself likes to be inspired by the reality around her.
3y ago
Remembering the contemporary great: Humayun Ahmed
To me, he was a weaver of stories from lands and cultures, all within Bangladesh, that I would never have heard of otherwise. Growing up abroad amidst mixed cultures and languages, Humayun Ahmed kept Bangladesh within me and in thousands of others like me.
3y ago
May 22, 2015
OF PAPERS AND DESIGNS
There is something special about paper that only a book lover or a stationery crazy person will be able to comprehend.
May 15, 2015
BACK TO THE DARK AGES
In the last few weeks, there seemed to form a large divide between people, both offline and online.
May 15, 2015
AROUND THE WORLD WITH CIMA
Razib Hassan is the Finance Adviser, Strategy & Performance Unit at the DFID (Department for International Development), which is the UK government Ministry/Department, responsible for international development.
May 15, 2015
1 MINUTE PLEASE!
SABILA NUR has made a place for herself in the hearts of many, thanks to her bubbly personality and vivacious roles on television, in Bangladesh.
May 8, 2015
THE VULNERABLE CORE
Last month's Pahela Baishakh incident that took place at the TSC area, has shaken citizens, especially women, to the core.
May 8, 2015
FOR THE YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS
Lee Taylor is the National Finance Director of Unilever Bangladesh Ltd. According to him, CIMA has added a lot of value to the emerging market in Bangladesh.
May 1, 2015
IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE
Jesmin Ehsan is yet another young professional working in Dhaka who has completed the strategic level of CIMA, becoming the top scorer
May 1, 2015
1 MINUTE PLEASE!
Tania Hosaain is a household name when it comes to playing characters of depth and power, on television. Also a model and popular anchor, Tania is an enthusiastic listener of music and a voracious reader. She takes out some time to speak about her likes and dislikes with the Star Weekend.
April 24, 2015
TO HELL AND BACK
The last whole week has been a difficult one for Dhaka dwellers. The Pahela Baishakh incident – where women were sexually harassed,
April 24, 2015
THE FIRST RAYS OF THE SUN
Liton Nandi, Suman Sengupta and Amit Dey have now become household names - only because they jumped in to save their fellow Photos: Prabir Das
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