Artist Ashfika Rahman’s visual and conscious approach to a more inclusive feminism with I BELONG
Ashfika Rahman is a contemporary visual artist based in Dhaka whose artistic endevours dabble on art and documentary with the use of photography as a medium to express her views on complex systematic social issues. She explores such an important issue with her work for the exhibition on young feminism titled ‘I Belong’.
2y ago
Nazrul Utsav 2022 to commemorate the National Poet’s legacy
A press conference for ‘Nazrul Utsav 2022’, a two-day festival to commemorate the work of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, was held yesterday at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) premises at Shegunbagicha.
2y ago
Theatre from Home?
With an objective to redefine the live theatre experience, prominent troupe Spardha has been staging their third production, “Bismaykar Sabkicchu”, at people’s living rooms around the city.
2y ago
A local melting pot of emerging artistes
Jongshon is a collaborative platform that hosts shows, bringing together different local artists, rising musicians, and interesting business ventures with an aim to promote their talents.
2y ago
5 things to consider before choosing your university major
Choosing a university major can be daunting, especially when you are surrounded by unsolicited advice on what you should study, the peer pressure of applying to a popular programme, and the uncertainty around your own choices.
2y ago
Nazia Andaleeb Preema’s ‘The MIS-TRACE’ opens at the Dhaka Gallery
The MIS-TRACE, a conceptual art exhibition by the prominent visual artist Nazia Andaleeb Preema, went underway yesterday at the Dhaka Gallery located at Gulshan.
3y ago
‘A Better Tomorrow’ turns the spotlight on climate change
The COP26 Climate Change photography exhibition, “A Better Tomorrow”, was inaugurated on November 5 at Drik Gallery in Panthapath, showcasing a collection of 30 photographs, surrounding the various themes of climate change.
3y ago
5 reasons why you cannot miss ‘House of Gucci’
The upcoming American movie, “House of Gucci'' has been creating Oscar buzz since its first trailer dropped in July, with Lady Gaga and Adam Driver playing the lead roles. Directed by Sir Ridley Scott, it unpacks the dark tale behind the glory of the illustrious fashion empire, Gucci, eclipsing around the murder of Maurizio Gucci orchestrated by his ex-wife, Patrizia Reggiani in 1995, following their doomed marriage on the grounds of intense power struggles.
3y ago
October 31, 2017
Will the real Count Dracula please stand up?
More than anything, he preferred the horrible ways of impalement to torture and execute his enemies. Moreover, to warn his enemies of his strict moral code, he would create a display of the decaying corpses, hanging from the stakes.
October 17, 2017
Onam in Dhaka
Kerala is often referred to as 'God's own country', and anybody who has ever visited the state will not disagree. Of course the scenic greenery is part of the whole appeal, but other factors that contribute to the divine beauty of the place...
September 12, 2017
Tubby tummy you say?
The anticipation for a picture-perfect wedding season is already in the air. And given the fact that Eid ul Azha was just here a few days
August 1, 2017
Sector 7
The terrible traffic from Uttara to southern parts of Dhaka is a living nightmare and no less of a battle. This however is not about a war zone, but a restaurant located at Sector 7 of Uttara.
June 6, 2017
Jamdani Story
To promote and highlight the traditional handloom that is Jamdani, an exhibition titled “Jamdani Story” was inaugurated at Gallery Cosmos, on 2 June, 2017.
May 1, 2017
Art spaces in Dhanmondi
When asked about the purpose of art, Pablo Picasso was perhaps the one who said it best - Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.
January 3, 2017
The Walk of Style and Comfort
Rummaging through my sister's wedding photo album, I noticed how she cleverly selected different shoes for each of her 'special' looks. Her shoes complemented the dresses and jewellery, further accentuating the appearance.
November 22, 2016
'Our personality makes us beautiful”
Focusing on beauty anxiety, this year at Dove's campaign, we were fortunate enough to find amongst ourselves, the multitalented Bipasha Hayat. Most of us know her as an excellent actress but she is also a painter and a brilliant screenwriter.
October 25, 2016
MIB presents Fall meet-up!
After the huge response to this year's Monsoon Meet-up, once again the MIB Spirit Studios has come up with their Fall Meet-up.
October 25, 2016
Introducing art through glass
Historically, glass décor can be found in myriad cultures all across the world and has been observed in the buildings of Rome, to the temples of Byzantium and perhaps most spectacularly, during the Middle Ages, when it played a significant part in church window design in Italy and France.
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