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.
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September 30, 2018
“SK. Hasina: Undaunted Traveller” premieres at National Museum
'SK. Hasina: Undaunted Traveller', a feature-length documentary by veteran journalist, poet and writer, Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury premiered at the National Museum Auditorium in Shahbagh on September 28
September 28, 2018
A worthy partnership
In a short span of time, sibling duo Nuzaimul Hoq Xishan and Kasfia Haque Samara set up not one but three ventures,Worthy Books, Worthy Toys and Worthy Publications.
September 27, 2018
53rd 'Praner Khela' held at Chhayanaut
Noted Rabindra Sangeet singer, Shama Rahman and young singer, Mustafizur Rahman Turjo performed at the 53rd musical soiree of Bengal Foundation's regular programme Praner Khela at Chhayanaut auditorium, Dhanmondi on September 25.
September 21, 2018
'Sunaad': A memorable musical soiree
This month, young apprentices of Bengal Parampara Sangeetalay created an escape for the city dwellers with their enticing performances of evening ragas throughout a two-day musical soiree at Chhayanaut.
September 19, 2018
Perfection in Elocution
The autumnal evening of September 17 observed the 33 year celebration of Swanon at Poet Sufia Kamal Auditorium, National Museum in the metropolis. The programme was titled Tanmay Totinir Tire.
September 17, 2018
7th Seoul Migrant Film Festival 2018 held in Dhaka
With the slogan “Sromiker jonyo Cinema, Sromikder nirmito Cinema” (Cinema for the workers and cinema by the workers) Joloj Movie and Asia Media Culture Factory (Korea) in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy organised the 7th Seoul Migrant Film Festival Dhaka 2018 in the International Archive Auditorium on September 15.
September 16, 2018
Utsho stages AGUN CHABUK
Theatre group Utsho staged their fifth production, Agun Chabuk at the Experimental Hall in Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on September 14. The premier took place at 5 pm, and the show took place at 7:30 pm on the same day. The drama was directed by Mannan Hira.
September 16, 2018
“It is during crisis that art flourishes the most”
Brazilian curator Marina Coelho is currently residing in Bangladesh as a research resident in Bengal Arts Programme, working on the contemporary art scene of Bangladesh.
September 15, 2018
Flaming Acoustics: An evening of musical elegance
The auditorium of Goethe Institut Bangladesh was filled with the tunes of classical music maestros like Frédéric Chopin, Eugène Ysaÿe, Beethoven and many more on September 13 at the instrumental concert titled Flaming Acoustics. It was jointly organised by Classical Music Academy of Dhaka and Music for Bangladesh association.
September 7, 2018
Mita Haque showered with best wishes on her birthday
Mita Haque is a name who has been captivating audiences worldwide with her rendition of Tagore songs.
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