Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Efforts underway to share the tale of July Uprising: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said that efforts are underway to widely disseminate the tragic and powerful story of the July 2024 mass uprising to the public through collective and narrative-driven projects.

Drone show and cultural programme held at Central Shaheed Minar to mark July Uprising

To commemorate the historic July Uprising, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a month-long series of programmes aimed at reviving the spirit of the movement. As part of the initiative, a special event was held yesterday (July 14) at the Central Shaheed Minar, featuring a cultural programme and a musical drone show.

Shilpakala Academy to host ‘Ananda Utsab’ this Eid

Marking the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host “Ananda Utsab” at the Nandan Mancha of the academy. Supported by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the programme will take place on Friday, 6 June, at 7pm.

Farooki reflects on an uplifting day in Cumilla honouring Nazrul

Acclaimed filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki today shared a heartfelt note on Facebook following a vibrant cultural event in Cumilla, describing it as "a day filled with positive energy, insightful discussions, and uplifting words."

Bengal Symphony to represent Bangladesh at Osaka Expo 2025

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025

Case against Iresh 'deeply troubling, deeply disturbing': Farooki

A murder case was filed against Iresh and 407 others, including ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina

Anondo Shobhajatra not politically motivated: Farooki

Cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said this year’s Anondo Shobhajatra was not politically motivated.

‘Cultural healing’ and ‘inclusivity’ key in Bengali New Year celebrations as Ministry announces plans

Farooki declared that this year’s New Year celebrations would bring together not just Bengali citizens, but also 27 ethnic communities from across the country. “Diversity is our most powerful and beautiful asset,” he said.

Shilpakala is not without leadership: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Renowned filmmaker and cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has dismissed concerns that Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is running without leadership following the recent resignation of its Director General, Syed Jamil Ahmed.

July 27, 2025
July 27, 2025

Efforts underway to share the tale of July Uprising: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said that efforts are underway to widely disseminate the tragic and powerful story of the July 2024 mass uprising to the public through collective and narrative-driven projects.

July 15, 2025
July 15, 2025

Drone show and cultural programme held at Central Shaheed Minar to mark July Uprising

To commemorate the historic July Uprising, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a month-long series of programmes aimed at reviving the spirit of the movement. As part of the initiative, a special event was held yesterday (July 14) at the Central Shaheed Minar, featuring a cultural programme and a musical drone show.

June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025

Shilpakala Academy to host ‘Ananda Utsab’ this Eid

Marking the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host “Ananda Utsab” at the Nandan Mancha of the academy. Supported by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the programme will take place on Friday, 6 June, at 7pm.

May 25, 2025
May 25, 2025

Farooki reflects on an uplifting day in Cumilla honouring Nazrul

Acclaimed filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki today shared a heartfelt note on Facebook following a vibrant cultural event in Cumilla, describing it as "a day filled with positive energy, insightful discussions, and uplifting words."

May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025

Bengal Symphony to represent Bangladesh at Osaka Expo 2025

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025

April 28, 2025
April 28, 2025

Case against Iresh 'deeply troubling, deeply disturbing': Farooki

A murder case was filed against Iresh and 407 others, including ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina

April 14, 2025
April 14, 2025

Anondo Shobhajatra not politically motivated: Farooki

Cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said this year’s Anondo Shobhajatra was not politically motivated.

April 9, 2025
April 9, 2025

‘Cultural healing’ and ‘inclusivity’ key in Bengali New Year celebrations as Ministry announces plans

Farooki declared that this year’s New Year celebrations would bring together not just Bengali citizens, but also 27 ethnic communities from across the country. “Diversity is our most powerful and beautiful asset,” he said.

April 9, 2025
April 9, 2025

Shilpakala is not without leadership: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Renowned filmmaker and cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has dismissed concerns that Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is running without leadership following the recent resignation of its Director General, Syed Jamil Ahmed.

March 3, 2025
March 3, 2025

Syed Jamil Ahmed clarifies his stance on stepping down from Shilpakala

As the ongoing allegations, contentions and discussions were addressed by the Cultural Advisor Mostafa Sarwar Farooki through his Facebook posts and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs through a press note, Syed Jamil Ahmed clears his stance once again in an interview.