master of both stage and screen, Zaker’s versatility as an actor left a lasting mark on the nation’s entertainment industry. As we reflect on his contributions, especially on his fourth death anniversary, it’s not just his powerful performances that are remembered, but also the playful camaraderie, witful screen presence and gentle spirit he brought to every set.
Today marks the 56th birthday of Mahfuz Ahmed, a celebrated actor whose work in the 1990s left a lasting impression on the entertainment industry of Bangladesh. Rising to stardom with the critically acclaimed drama serial “Kothao Keu Nei”, penned by the legendary author Humayun Ahmed, Mahfuz’s portrayal in the show became a defining moment in his career.
The film “Devi” (2018) is an adaptation of a novel by celebrated author Humayun Ahmed. Helmed by director Anam Biswas, the movie featured Jaya Ahsan in a central role, while Chanchal Chowdhury portrays the character of Misir Ali. Additionally, the film showcased a noteworthy performance from television actress Sabnam Faria, who took on a key role in the film.
On the 12th anniversary of Humayun Ahmed’s passing on July 19, Noor reminisced his memories of the iconic writer, expressing both admiration and disappointment over the declining quality of Humayun's later works.
Monir Hossain Jibon, the director of the classic BTV drama “Aaj Robibar”, has passed away. He breathed his last around 12:53am at the National Institute of Neurosciences Hospital in Agargaon, Dhaka, on Wednesday, June 26.
The Bangladesh government allocates special grants to bolster the Bengali film industry, every year. For the financial year 2023-24, the government has decided to support about 20 full-length films across four categories. Out of these, 16 films will each receive a grant of Tk 75 lakhs, while the remaining four will be awarded Tk 50 lakhs each.
In a recent announcement, Nishad Humayun, son of the late literary maestro Humayun Ahmed and actress Meher Afroz Shaon, is gearing up to launch a podcast addressing Bangladesh's educational landscape.
There is a great debate on his inclination towards choosing safer routes as a laureate; critics always said he downplayed his capabilities and did not utilize his literary brilliance on social and political instances much; rather, he opted for popular and contemporary content, a discussion popular among critics and fans alike.
Celebrated literary figure Humayun Ahmed was deeply loved by millions of readers during his lifetime. As an author, he gained immense popularity by creating characters like Himu, Rupa, and Misir Ali, through which he earned countless devoted fans. The craze for Himu is still visible in today’s generation, as fans still wear yellow panjabi—a signature dress worn by the character.
The world of Opekkha is not one that inspires joy.
Being accused of copying Humayun made me want to create something of my own, something that wouldn’t be considered mainstream, but nor would it be too out of the box. I wanted to reflect on realism.
To me, he was a weaver of stories from lands and cultures, all within Bangladesh, that I would never have heard of otherwise. Growing up abroad amidst mixed cultures and languages, Humayun Ahmed kept Bangladesh within me and in thousands of others like me.
The 7th death anniversary of celebrated playwright, writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed is being observed.
The smash hit Debi, an adaptation of renowned author Humayun Ahmed's novel of the same name, recently marked the hundredth day of its release.
For Mahera help came not only in the form of relatable characters, but also the physical comfort derived from holding onto a book. "I've carried a book or a Kindle with me during the worst times of my life. It's like a security blanket," she told me.
Creating Misir Ali for the big screen is a big task because Misir Ali is big. He is one of the iconic characters Bangladeshi and Bangla literature has ever created.
Onom Biswas talks at Uncensored with Rafi Hossain about the experience of making of Debi, his debut film as a director.
If these lines do not give you goose bumps, then there are thousands of other 'orb of the night' quotes from Ahmed that will. Humayun Ahmed, the exponent of Bangla literature, has expressed, over and again, his blatant fascination for the heavenly body in all its grandeur.
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.
