From Ghazals to global fame: Pankaj Udhas’ soulful serenade
The man behind the song, Pankaj Udhas, brought Ghazal to the masses, popularising it and making it accessible to the multitude not only in his country India but also across the globe with his calm and controlled voice that won everybody’s hearts.
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Celebrating Bengali-language films: The legacy of ‘Amar Bhashar Cholochitro’
It was the first day of the 22nd rendition of "Amar Bhashar Cholochitro 1430", organised by the Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS). Following tradition, the programme venue—TSC at Dhaka University premises—gracefully adorned its annual cinematic ambience with vibrant posters of Bengali classics placed across its expanse. Featuring 20 Bengali-language films from the East and the West, this year's event would run from February 12 to February 16.
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Shonar Bangla Circus’ nationwide ‘Hyena Express Experience’ series finale
Shonar Bangla Circus took its fans aboard “The Hyena Express” one last time in Dhaka last night by revisiting all the tracks of their debut album, singing songs old and new, amidst performance arts and poetry fused in psychedelic rock.
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‘Window’: Anika Roy’s depiction of misery concealed in beauty
Anika Roy’s first solo exhibition titled “Window” was inaugurated on September 10, where she answered the aforementioned question through her series of paintings and installations. Using pen, pencil and other colouring mediums, Anika tells the story of her perspectives as she meandered through the lane of her artworks.
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Three untold communities unite in Monon Muntaka’s first solo exhibition
“Texture and mixture”, with 67 artworks on display, was inaugurated on July 28 at Kala Kendra in the presence of economist and writer Anu Mohammad, and political activist, feminist and environmentalist Khushi Kabir.
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‘We are all Moheen’: Artistes pay tribute to Tapas Das at ‘Bhalobashi Jyotsnay’
“Bhalobashi Jyotsnay: the tribute concert for Tapas Bapi Das” took place yesterday evening at the Liberation War Museum auditorium in the presence of 36 talented artistes of Bangladesh.
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Scarcity of men in classical dancing
Gendering dance is a widespread practice, and classical dance is one of the main victims. While spectators wait to see women dance to soft and graceful moves in the field of dancing, men need to be rough and tough.
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‘Demon Slayer’ season 3 concludes with journey of epic backstories, breakthroughs
As the third season of Demon Slayer drew to an end wrapping up the Swordsmith Village arc, Ufotable wasted no time in announcing a fourth season by releasing an official teaser trailer.
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February 26, 2023
‘Kathaknritya Sandhya’: Going back to the roots of classical dance
Yesterday evening was about Kathak, one of the eight forms of classical dancing known for its sophisticated footwork and graceful hand gestures or Mudras. Around 300 dancers graced the stage in perfect synchrony and symphony to the beats of the tabla and flute.
February 10, 2023
Films and censorship: Where to draw the line?
DU Film Society recently organised an open dialogue titled, ‘Jukti Tokko Goppo’
January 21, 2023
Films under 10 minutes amaze crowd at DIFF
“The budget for our film was a mere 680 taka. In one room, and in two days, my first directorial ‘Anger’ was made, and here we are.” Showrov Kamal Chowdhury said to the crowd before the screenings began. It was the 7th day of the Dhaka International Film Festival and the evening was about the screening of 7 short films, under the segment ‘Bangladesh Panorama’.
November 5, 2022
Ayub Bachchu’s guitars, memorabilia on display
What does one normally expect from an exhibition? Intricate pieces of framed art, curious art connoisseurs quietly observing the pieces? Strangely enough, as I walked into the houseful gallery, I found everyone singing out loud to legendary rock songs of the late great Ayub Bachchu.
October 3, 2022
An ode to plurality, coexistence and diversity
In a congregation of a diverse range of genres under the same evening sky, that is how Moheener Ghoraguli’s 1977 classic came alive on Thursday, in the TSC swimming pool area of the University of Dhaka—with psychedelic tunes tessellated through folk melodies.
September 30, 2022
Across the pages of ‘Himur Kolpito Diary’
Baatighar Theatre’s “Himur Kolpito Diary” was performed on Tuesday evening in the Studio Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
September 2, 2022
‘Jemon khushi temon poro’: Students stage protest at DU
The protest took place on Thursday afternoon, at the Anti-Terrorism Raju Memorial Sculpture. Students gathered around to voice their concerns and protest the High Court's comments regarding women's clothing, and how many individuals had supported this notion to control what women wear.
August 16, 2022
Vibrant hues and timely demands
“We have our own mother tongue, our own music, and a culture we dearly cherish. Why should we call ourselves by anything other than our own identity?” asked Henri Clara Tripura who came in the early hours of the morning wearing her traditional Tripuri dress to celebrate the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2022.
July 26, 2022
Of unreleased tracks and untold stories: Team ‘Hawa’ visits BUET
A modern fairytale with a touch of mythology, “Hawa” has taken the country by storm, with its mysterious trailer and mesmerising songs. Yesterday, the promotional activities of “Hawa” reached Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in the form of a press conference, followed by a concert.
July 15, 2022
Eid telefilms with female leads you need to check out
This Eid saw many Bangladeshi actresses taking on roles that aren’t traditionally associated with women in the industry. Challenging the contemporary idea that women are simply compliant partners or pretty ladies—for the male lead to pursue—many actresses stepped up and took on roles that told the stories of strong and empowered female characters. With female protagonists, Sabila Nur, Tanjin Tisha, and Mehazabien Chowdhury graced our screens during this Eid, bringing forward some fresh and unique storylines that featured strong women in the lead roles. Bewlo is a list of female-centric Eid films that everyone should check out:
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