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 4, 2019

Uttarayan’s 9th anniversary celebration honours Tagore’s Europe trips

Members of cultural organisation Uttarayan presented the musical soiree, ‘Europe-e Rabindranath’, with twenty hand-picked songs. The programme was held at the main auditorium of Bangladesh National Museum on November 2, marking the 9th anniversary of the organisation.

November 1, 2019

Children’s art competition and exhibition held at BSA

Zainul Abedin Art School and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has jointly organised a three-day children’s art competition and exhibition at National Art Gallery, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), in Dhaka. The event marks the 3rd International and 14th National Children Art Competition and Exhibition.

October 28, 2019

‘Rhythm of Nature’ concludes at BNM today

Artist Ismail Chowdhury meticulously portrays the splendor and robust colours of nature in his canvases. Chowdhury’s 43rd solo exhibition, Rhythm of Nature, concludes at Bangladesh National Museum (BNM) today.

October 28, 2019

Arunranjani releases a collection of rare Nazrul songs

With the objective of protecting and preserving the authenticity of Nazrul Sangeet, Arunranjani took the initiative of creating a collection of rare Kazi Nazrul Islam songs. 46 young singers recorded songs for this collection of six CDS, which was unveiled at a programme held in Chhayanaut recently.

October 26, 2019