The Göteborg International Film Festival, which starts on January 24, will feature "Saba" in its Voices section, a category dedicated to honouring the works of emerging filmmakers.
Recently, actors Runa Khan, Mehazabien Chowdhury, and Tanjin Tisha found themselves at the centre of controversies for different reasons. However, during a recent award show, they all addressed the issues head-on and clarified their positions.
Director Dasgupta, making his cinematic debut with this film, remarked, “This is just the first show. The feedback has been positive so far, and I hope it continues. I urge everyone to come and watch ‘Priyo Maloti’—it tells your story.”
The film has received a “U” grade censor certificate, deeming it suitable for audiences of all ages. “Priyo Maloti” has already been showcased at the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) and the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), earning official selections and widespread acclaim. Despite its deeply local context, the film’s themes resonate universally, allowing international audiences to connect with its story and characters.
Known as “Whispers of a Thirsty River” in English, the film is directed by Shankha Das Gupta and will represent Bangladesh in the World Cinema category at CIFF’s 45th edition, taking place from November 13 to 22 at Cairo’s historic Opera House.
Social media buzzed with reactions yesterday as actress Mehazabien Chowdhury was unable to attend the inauguration of the Khuki Lifestyle showroom in Chattogram.
Like other social media users, actress Mehazabien Chowdhury voiced against this brutality. In her post, she asked, "Why is mob beating being normalised?"
The festival’s prestigious People’s Choice Award, determined by audience votes, includes “Saba” among its 25 competing films. Mehazabien expressed her pride, stating, “It’s a great honour for the entire team to be in the People’s Choice Award category. Our fingers are crossed as we await the announcement.”
The 45th Toronto International Film Festival is set to begin on September 5 and will run for ten days. The actress plans to attend the festival in full glory.
Glistening eyes, powerful expression, and a soul-stirring smile—Ziaul Faruq Apurba has enjoyed a successful career on the small screen for over a decade. His popularity has transcended the borders of Bangladesh, reaching fans in Kolkata who are die-hard admirers of the "Boro Chele" actor.
This touching tribute was shared by Mehazabien herself on her official Facebook account on Thursday.
In the realm of Bangladeshi showbiz, few names shine as brightly as Mehazabien Chowdhury. With a career spanning 14 years, she has become a household favourite, captivating audiences with her talent and charm on the small screen. However, for Mehazabien and her legion of fans, there has always been a lingering question– When will she grace the silver screen?
