Rehana Maryam Noor

DIFF jury members Ilias Kanchan and Badhan reflect on their new roles

Renowned actors Ilias Kanchan and Azmeri Haque Badhan have been appointed as members of two different jury boards for the 23rd edition of the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) next year. 

16 Days of Activism / Reclaiming the stories of women on screen

The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.

Badhan calls for clothing donations for flood victims

With the country now submerged in one of the worst floods in recent memory, Badhan is once again stepping up to support those in need. She is not only trying to assist flood victims personally but is also encouraging others to join her in this humanitarian effort. In a recent public appeal, the “Rehana Maryam Noor” actress urged everyone to donate clothing, especially dry clothes, which are urgently needed by those who have lost their homes and belongings in the floodwaters.

Will Badhan bring magic to ‘murder’?

Breaking away from the traditional narrative where male characters dominate officer roles, Badhan found the prospect of portraying a female police officer uniquely captivating as the director unravelled the story's intricacies.

Preparing myself for one and a half months: Azmeri Haque Badhan

Renowned for her role in "Rehana Mariam Noor", Azmeri Haque Badhan is riding high in her career, earning praise and the National Film Award, not just locally but also internationally with her Bollywood debut in "Khufiya" this year.

Third Bangladesh Film Festival commences in Colombo

Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Tareq Mohammad Ariful Islam has inaugurated the third Bangladesh Film Festival in Colombo on Friday.

5 Bangladeshi female-led films for Women’s Day

To be even more specific, the stream of female led films have been sparse, from the time of independence to the booming era of the mid-2000s.

This the biggest achievement of my 17-year-long career: Badhan

Prominent actress Azmeri Haque Badhan has recently been honoured with the National Film Award in the ‘Best Actress’ category for “Rehana Maryam Noor”. Alongside this prestigious achievement, Badhan has also been showered with international awards including, ‘Best Actress’ in both Valencia International Film Festival and the Asia Pacific Screen Awards in Australia. Sitting down with The Daily Star, Badhan shared her feelings about this monumental achievement.

Meril Prothom Alo Awards ceremony held after two years

The much-anticipated Meril Prothom Alo Awards 2021 were handed over to the winners at a glamorous event held at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC), Hall of Fame, tonight.

December 20, 2024
December 20, 2024

DIFF jury members Ilias Kanchan and Badhan reflect on their new roles

Renowned actors Ilias Kanchan and Azmeri Haque Badhan have been appointed as members of two different jury boards for the 23rd edition of the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) next year. 

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Reclaiming the stories of women on screen

The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.

August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024

Badhan calls for clothing donations for flood victims

With the country now submerged in one of the worst floods in recent memory, Badhan is once again stepping up to support those in need. She is not only trying to assist flood victims personally but is also encouraging others to join her in this humanitarian effort. In a recent public appeal, the “Rehana Maryam Noor” actress urged everyone to donate clothing, especially dry clothes, which are urgently needed by those who have lost their homes and belongings in the floodwaters.

March 22, 2024
March 22, 2024

Will Badhan bring magic to ‘murder’?

Breaking away from the traditional narrative where male characters dominate officer roles, Badhan found the prospect of portraying a female police officer uniquely captivating as the director unravelled the story's intricacies.

December 1, 2023
December 1, 2023

Preparing myself for one and a half months: Azmeri Haque Badhan

Renowned for her role in "Rehana Mariam Noor", Azmeri Haque Badhan is riding high in her career, earning praise and the National Film Award, not just locally but also internationally with her Bollywood debut in "Khufiya" this year.

October 8, 2023
October 8, 2023

Third Bangladesh Film Festival commences in Colombo

Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Tareq Mohammad Ariful Islam has inaugurated the third Bangladesh Film Festival in Colombo on Friday.

March 8, 2023
March 8, 2023

5 Bangladeshi female-led films for Women’s Day

To be even more specific, the stream of female led films have been sparse, from the time of independence to the booming era of the mid-2000s.

February 1, 2023
February 1, 2023

This the biggest achievement of my 17-year-long career: Badhan

Prominent actress Azmeri Haque Badhan has recently been honoured with the National Film Award in the ‘Best Actress’ category for “Rehana Maryam Noor”. Alongside this prestigious achievement, Badhan has also been showered with international awards including, ‘Best Actress’ in both Valencia International Film Festival and the Asia Pacific Screen Awards in Australia. Sitting down with The Daily Star, Badhan shared her feelings about this monumental achievement.

May 27, 2022
May 27, 2022

Meril Prothom Alo Awards ceremony held after two years

The much-anticipated Meril Prothom Alo Awards 2021 were handed over to the winners at a glamorous event held at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC), Hall of Fame, tonight.

March 13, 2022
March 13, 2022

Badhon unveils Partho Sanjay’s book ‘Cannes Diary: Oh Bangladesh’

Noted journalist Partho Sanjay, wrote about the astounding success story of "Rehana Maryam Noor" at Cannes Film Festival 2021, in his latest book “Cannes Diary: Oh Bangladesh.”