Tareque Masud

‘Chokkor 302’ gets censorship clearance, release date to be announced soon

Filmmaker Saraf Ahmed Zibon’s debut venture, “Chokkor 302”, has secured clearance for theatrical release. Backed by government funding, the film has successfully obtained certification from the Bangladesh Film Certification Board without requiring any edits. 

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.

New initiative to bring films to working-class communities

A new initiative, Mind the Gap Film Movement, has been launched to promote political awareness among working-class communities through cinema. With the theme “Political Films, Politics in Film,” the project aims to host a travelling film festival, bringing impactful and thought-provoking movies directly to the public.

Tareque Masud Memorial Trust launches initiative to support young filmmakers

Young filmmakers in Bangladesh tend to pursue creating films of varying lengths, despite challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, funding shortages, and other obstacles in film education and practice. Their efforts often go unsupported, with limited opportunities for proper guidance and exhibition.

13 years since Tareque Masud left us

Legendary filmmaker Tareque Masud dedicated his life to creating films with a pure heart, free from any personal gain. His passion was to capture the stories of his homeland and its people. Today, (August 13), marks 13 years since we lost this remarkable soul.

Dhaka University hosts ‘Amar Bhashar Cholocchitro’ film festival

Dhaka University, the largest institution of higher education in the country, is gearing up for a grand celebration of cinema spanning over two decades. Named "Amar Bhashar Cholocchitro," this festival exclusively showcases Bengali-language films and has become a hallmark event over the years.

Mishuk Munier’s memorabilia, personal effects donated to Bangladesh Film Archive

The personal effects includes Mishuk’s camera, lenses, flashguns, camera accessories, Ohmmeter, slide, photo album, mini camera, passport, ID card, pocket watch, wrist watch, negatives etc.

A traveling storyteller of a living culture

On his 12th death anniversary, The Daily Star looks back at the life of this fascinating filmmaker.

BSA honours legendary artistes with three-day tribute event

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) is paying homage to legendary Bangladeshi artistes Tareque Masud, Sarah Begum Kabori, Alamgir Kabir, Munir Chowdhury and Amalendu Biswas through a remarkable three-day event titled, "Smriti Satta Bhabishyat" which started on Sunday and will end on Tuesday. 

December 7, 2022
December 7, 2022

Tareque Masud’s birthday celebrated in Rajbari

Yesterday marked the 66th birth anniversary of renowned filmmaker Tareque Masud, who was tragically killed in a road accident on August 13, 2011.

December 1, 2017
December 1, 2017

HC ‘to finish’ delivering verdict in compensation case over Tareque Masud’s death

The High Court is likely to finish Sunday delivering verdict on a case seeking Tk 9.94 crore as compensation for the demise of filmmaker Tareque Masud in a road accident in 2011.

August 14, 2017
August 14, 2017

Tareque and Munier: You are always with us

When I think of Tareque and Mishuk, I carry in my mind's eye the image of the two of them bent over a camera monitor reviewing the day's footage or seated together high on a crane surveying the next scene to be shot.

May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016

Transport strike in 21 districts withdrawn

Transport owners and workers withdraw their 48-hour strike in 21 districts of the country's south western region.

December 6, 2015
December 6, 2015

Happy Birthday, Tareque Masud

With great reverence we remember Tareque Masud, the “Cinema Feriwalla”, a leading Bangladeshi independent filmmaker, film producer, screenwriter and lyricist who was born on this very day in the year of 1956.

August 13, 2015
August 13, 2015

Songs of Tareque Masud

Tareque Masud is one of those talents who took Bangladeshi cinema to the global stage. Most of us are familiar with his cinematic approach, but few know of his song-writing prowess.

August 12, 2015
August 12, 2015

Programme to recall Tareque Masud at Shilpakala

Marking the death anniversary of noted filmmaker Tareque Masud and cinematographer Mishuk Munier, Federation of Film Societies of Bangladesh (FFSB) and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy will jointly arrange a programme at the National Music and Dance Centre auditorium of BSA on August 13.

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