May Day is a global observance for workers to claim their rights. To celebrate this day today, Bangladesh Television (BTV) has lined up several special programmes. Notably, a couple of documentaries and talk shows will be aired today including the play "John Henry".

"John Henry" was written by playwright Zamiur Rahman Lemon in 1985, inspired by the song "Naam Tar Chilo John Henry" by artiste Hemanga Biswas. Lemon has now thus reimagined the play for television.

Set against the themes of racism and workers' rights, the drama was filmed at BTV's studio. It showcases the perseverance and courage of a hardworking laborer, John Henry, while also exploring his love story with Mary Magdalene and the struggles of a group of workers breaking mountains.

The cast features Asad, Gazi Faruque, Kabir Ahmed, Nazia Farha, Humayun Kabery, Uttam Adhikari, Shawon, Rana, Luna, and other talented theater artists.

Actor Gazi Faruque shared, "The play's narrative is remarkable. It depicts the journey of a laborer's life. I hope the audience will find it enjoyable."

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Produced by Golam Morshed, the play will air on BTV tonight at 9.