Nazia Haque Orsha
The dual faces of mental health disorders in local films
The intrinsically intricate nooks and crevices of the realities of living with mental health disorders can very well be deemed as being only ever harsher than those represented in media. Even the churning and voicing of these complexities via books or writing can only do so much to make people perceive mental health disorders for what they are. However, when push comes to shove, representations of psychological disorders in any form can mean a further step taken to bring awareness to them — and Bangladeshi projects seem to have touched upon two rather specific ways to represent them.
A censor board may no longer be necessary: Orsha
Activism is innate for her—during her years at Jahangirnagar University, she always had a fearless stance against wrongdoings, setting the tone for the strong advocate she is today.
Stars voice hopes for new Bangladesh after Sheikh Hasina’s resignation
As the protest for quota reform swiftly transformed into a historic student movement, it culminated in the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the fall of her government. Celebrities who participated in the movement have expressed their joy and hope on social media.
Review / ‘Baaji’ delivers high-stakes drama in cricket’s shadow
Penned collaboratively by Aditya Sengupta and Hasanat, the plot unfolds with the mysterious death of rising cricket star Apu, who dies under suspicious circumstances after delivering a stellar performance as Man of the Match. Investigating his brother’s death, Topu begins to unravel a series of enigmas, including rumours linking the country’s biggest cricket star to the incident. As he delves deeper, Topu uncovers interconnections in the betting world, leading to a cascade of sensational revelations. The episodes are aptly titled with cricket terms: Powerplay, How's That, Decision Pending, Caught Behind, Inside Out, Strategic Timeout, and Death Over.
Women’s Day Special / Not ‘fair’ at all: Why are fair-skinned actors cast for dark-skinned characters?
In an industry spotlighting talent and storytelling, recent controversies have cast a harsh light on a persistent issue: colourism in casting. The latest uproar emerged when photos of popular actress Sabila Nur surfaced, displaying her intentionally darkened complexion for an upcoming drama, "Bidisha", which is slated to be released today, on the occasion of International Women’s Day. Ironically, this deliberate alteration of the skin complex for the role contradicts the very essence of celebrating this day, sparking a crucial debate over the representation of skin complexion and societal standards.
‘Manikganj er Manik Palace’ showcased at Kolkata film fest
"Manikganj er Manik Palace”, based on the famous “Choto Kaku” series by renowned author Faridur Reza Sagar, has recently been screened at the 10th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival. The film was part of the "Cinema of the World" section and was directed by actor-producer Afzal Hossain.
How Moloy met Sabrina
Two bright stars of the entertainment industry, Nazia Haque Orsha and Mostafizur Noor Imran, shared their wedding vows during the last quarter of 2023. However, they announced the news to the world just recently. The newly-wedded couple shared their love story with The Daily Star.
Orsha-Imran get married, share unique photoshoot
The year has begun with the news of celebrities tying the knot, one after another. After Mousumi Hamid and Farhan Ahmed Jovan’s wedding news, the media industry is pleasantly surprised with the news of newly wedded couple Nazia Haque Orsha and Mustafizur Noor Imran.
A new horizon in Orsha’s career
Nazia Haque Orsha has been associated with the showbiz industry since 2009. Her journey began with Lux Channel i Superstar. Since then, she has been acting in television dramas, films and web-series. One of her most popular series is “Networker Baire”.
The dual faces of mental health disorders in local films
The intrinsically intricate nooks and crevices of the realities of living with mental health disorders can very well be deemed as being only ever harsher than those represented in media. Even the churning and voicing of these complexities via books or writing can only do so much to make people perceive mental health disorders for what they are. However, when push comes to shove, representations of psychological disorders in any form can mean a further step taken to bring awareness to them — and Bangladeshi projects seem to have touched upon two rather specific ways to represent them.
A censor board may no longer be necessary: Orsha
Activism is innate for her—during her years at Jahangirnagar University, she always had a fearless stance against wrongdoings, setting the tone for the strong advocate she is today.
Stars voice hopes for new Bangladesh after Sheikh Hasina’s resignation
As the protest for quota reform swiftly transformed into a historic student movement, it culminated in the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the fall of her government. Celebrities who participated in the movement have expressed their joy and hope on social media.
‘Baaji’ delivers high-stakes drama in cricket’s shadow
Penned collaboratively by Aditya Sengupta and Hasanat, the plot unfolds with the mysterious death of rising cricket star Apu, who dies under suspicious circumstances after delivering a stellar performance as Man of the Match. Investigating his brother’s death, Topu begins to unravel a series of enigmas, including rumours linking the country’s biggest cricket star to the incident. As he delves deeper, Topu uncovers interconnections in the betting world, leading to a cascade of sensational revelations. The episodes are aptly titled with cricket terms: Powerplay, How's That, Decision Pending, Caught Behind, Inside Out, Strategic Timeout, and Death Over.
Not ‘fair’ at all: Why are fair-skinned actors cast for dark-skinned characters?
In an industry spotlighting talent and storytelling, recent controversies have cast a harsh light on a persistent issue: colourism in casting. The latest uproar emerged when photos of popular actress Sabila Nur surfaced, displaying her intentionally darkened complexion for an upcoming drama, "Bidisha", which is slated to be released today, on the occasion of International Women’s Day. Ironically, this deliberate alteration of the skin complex for the role contradicts the very essence of celebrating this day, sparking a crucial debate over the representation of skin complexion and societal standards.
‘Manikganj er Manik Palace’ showcased at Kolkata film fest
"Manikganj er Manik Palace”, based on the famous “Choto Kaku” series by renowned author Faridur Reza Sagar, has recently been screened at the 10th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival. The film was part of the "Cinema of the World" section and was directed by actor-producer Afzal Hossain.
How Moloy met Sabrina
Two bright stars of the entertainment industry, Nazia Haque Orsha and Mostafizur Noor Imran, shared their wedding vows during the last quarter of 2023. However, they announced the news to the world just recently. The newly-wedded couple shared their love story with The Daily Star.
Orsha-Imran get married, share unique photoshoot
The year has begun with the news of celebrities tying the knot, one after another. After Mousumi Hamid and Farhan Ahmed Jovan’s wedding news, the media industry is pleasantly surprised with the news of newly wedded couple Nazia Haque Orsha and Mustafizur Noor Imran.
A new horizon in Orsha’s career
Nazia Haque Orsha has been associated with the showbiz industry since 2009. Her journey began with Lux Channel i Superstar. Since then, she has been acting in television dramas, films and web-series. One of her most popular series is “Networker Baire”.
Jury board reconsiders nomination for Meril-Prothom Alo Award
Meril-Prothom Alo Award jury board reconsidered their decision and nominated two female leads for the ‘Best Actress’ award in the categories of Limited Feature Film and Short Film category, for the year of 2022.