Priyanka Chowdhury

Karagar: The blurred line between fact and fiction

The long-awaited “Karagar Part-1” has finally been released on Hoichoi. The show, while not an instant homerun, can be likened to a slow game of poker. Layers upon layers of fiction, blended with facts, makes “Karagar” a witty commentary on the slippery nature of truth. As the audience starts to believe where the story is going, Syed Ahmed Shawki turns the table on his audience, bluffing them with a royal flush.

2y ago

Analysing South Asian history through films

Critical reading of South Asian history has been majorly subjected to individual narratives. Lack of comparative studies have resulted in ignorance for neighbours and a forgotten history of self.

2y ago

Be an artist with ‘Cartoon Cartoon’

Prominent cartoonist Syed Rashad Imam Tanmoy, in association with A2i HD Media and Cartoon People, a community of Bangladeshi cartoonists and visual storytellers, has launched a show titled, “Cartoon Cartoon”. It airs on BTV, and is awaiting release on Duronto Television.

2y ago

Filmmaking for a global audience

Throughout the last two decades in Bangladesh, there has been a shift in storytelling on screen. Most notably, directors made films that not only initiated conversations in the country, but also made strides on global platforms.

2y ago

Breaking through concepts

“Those who come to Pathshala strive for more than just a comfortable living.

2y ago

Nurul Alam Atique opens up about ‘Lal Moroger Jhuti’

Throughout the past two decades, director Nurul Alam Atique has created a unique style of storytelling, involving intimate human concepts. “Lal Moroger Jhuti” presents a narrative that explores the collective memory of the masses during 1971. Atique shares his thoughts on his second feature film with The Daily Star.

2y ago

Documenting birth of a nation

Marking the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh's independence, Samdani Art Foundation and Centre for Research and Information (CRI) inaugurated a solo exhibition titled, "Witnessing History in the Making: Photographs by Anne de Henning" at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy today.

2y ago

I gained 6 kilos to portray Rustom: Shohel Mondol

Shohel Mondol is an actor who passionately showcases his talent on the stage and screen. In Hoichoi’s “Boli”, directed by Shankha Dasgupta, he plays the protagonist, Rustom. In a heart-to-heart conversation, Shohel spoke about his journey of becoming the character, his love for new challenges, and more.

2y ago
November 16, 2018
November 16, 2018

“Music is the most ephemeral form of art”

Famous for his rendition of Moner Manush, Indian composer Satyaki Banerjee spread the magic of his music on the first day of Folk Fest 2018. Earlier in an intimate conversation, he spoke about his musical experience.

November 13, 2018
November 13, 2018

Humayun Ahmed Sahitya Puroshkar 2018 held at Bangla Academy

Named after the legendary litterateur of Bangla Literature, Humayun Ahmed, the award is received by one senior and one upcoming writer every year since 2015.

November 11, 2018
November 11, 2018

Mitali Perkins on women empowerment and 'Rickshaw Girl'

The conversation with Boston-based popular children's author Mitali Perkins and journalist Shuprova Tasneem at the Dhaka Lit Fest 2018 was enlightening and empowering. In the panel discussion titled Rickshaw Girl, Perkins talked about her writings and hopes.

November 10, 2018
November 10, 2018

Nandita Das gets candid about 'Manto' at DLF 2018

Actor-director Nandita Das's Manto, the film that took a bow in the Cannes' Un Certain Regard section this year, was screened in the AKSB auditorium on Thursday afternoon at the Dhaka Lit Fest (DLF) 2018.

November 7, 2018
November 7, 2018

A tribute to Bhupen Hazarika on his death anniversary

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) and Byatikram MASDO jointly hosted a discussion and cultural programme titled Aj Jibon Khuje Pabi to mark the 7th death anniversary of Dr Bhupen Hazarika, at the National Theatre Hall, BSA, recently.

November 4, 2018
November 4, 2018

Remembering RITWIK on his birth anniversary

Ritwik Ghatak is better known as an auteur whose works signify the gloom and disorder associated with the partition of Bengal. His struggle was immense in his short-lived life of 50 years, and hardly received any recognition for his dedication towards the art of cinema. In his words, “I believe in committed cinema. I mean commitment in the broadest sense of the term.”

November 4, 2018
November 4, 2018

Tagore Terrace and Dhaka Gallery take their first step

The official inauguration of a unique rooftop reading & coffee lounge, Tagore Terrace and Dhaka Gallery began their voyage on November 2 at Banani 12. Named after Kabi Guru Rabindranath Tagore, the café's theme revolves around the idea of the cultural practice of the Bengalis.

November 2, 2018
November 2, 2018

DU's Department of Sculpture celebrates 55 years of excellence

The inauguration ceremony of the annual sculpture exhibition of the Department of Sculpture, University of Dhaka (DU), was held yesterday.

October 31, 2018
October 31, 2018

Application call for The Aminul Islam Young Artists Award and Subir Choudhury Curatorial Practice Grant announced

Bengal Foundation has announced a call for application for the 2018 edition of the Aminul Islam Young Artists Award and Subir Choudhury Curatorial Practice Grant. The deadline for submissions of the applications is until December 20, 2018, according to the official website.

October 29, 2018
October 29, 2018

Parvathy Baul's spell-binding show at Shilpakala

Noted Baul artiste Parvathy Baul captivated the audience with an impeccable performance in a musical soiree titled Ki Rup Dekhi Nayan Mudi at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) recently.