Zahir Raihan
A glimpse into Zahir Raihan's Films
Zahir Raihan, having done some noteworthy works in Benglali literature and film died an untimely death before he had a chance to explore his full potential.
Books / The book that rebelled: Arek Falgun by Zahir Raihan
The book is not only ardent in its refusal of authority but also speaks of detaching oneself from aspects of one’s life that add meaning in the pursuit of revolution.
Zahir Raihan's family firm against completing 'Let There Be Light'
Zahir Raihan's dream project, "Let There Be Light", which he couldn’t finish filming during his lifetime, remains a contentious subject, as his family has expressed firm opposition to its completion by any other filmmaker.
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.
Poetry / The howling pack of dogs
This poem has been translated by the author from Zahir Raihan’s poem, ‘Kotogulo Kukurer Artonad’ on account of the novelist, writer and filmmaker’s birth anniversary.
Remembering the Bangla language movement through literature
Hasan Hafizur Rahman's 'Ekushey February' created huge turmoil and faced police persecution.
Feature / Alamgir Kabir: “Zahir in Kolkata”
17 April, 1971. I reached Kolkata from Agartala on the previous day. Word reaches me that Zahir Raihan has also arrived at Kolkata on the same day.
SEASON’S READINGS / Revisiting Zahir Raihan’s ‘Arek Falgun’ this spring, and every spring
Winter was slowly taking off, with the February breeze following through, with the falling of the Debdaru leaves, with the advent of a new season.
Zahir Raihan: The unparalleled legend
Zahir Raihan is a name synonymous with the Golden Age of cinema in Bangladesh. Even though the legendary Freedom Figher lived only 37 years before his untimely death, his contributions to the country and the film industry are unparalleled. Besides filmmaking, he was also a talented novelist, journalist and writer.
Let There Be Light
Mohammad Zahirullah (better known as Zahir Raihan) lived only to be 37, but left his mark in the heart of every patriotic Bangladeshi with his works.
IT'S TRUE!
Zahir Raihan directed one of the most feted Bangla movies, “Jibon Thekey Neya”, featuring Khan Ataur Rahman, Rowshan Jamil, Anwar Hossain, Razzaque, and Suchanda.