Mannan Mashhur Zarif

Why modern fatherhood isn’t what it used to be

Modern fatherhood is shifting beyond patriarchal expectations. Once defined by stoicism and provision, fathers today strive for emotional connection and shared responsibility. As gender roles evolve, fatherhood is being redefined as empathy, presence, and genuine, human expression of love.

3w ago

The faceless strength of women in Zainul’s art

Zainul Abedin's simplistic drawings of rural Bengali women focus on their resilience and strength rather than individual beauty. By omitting facial details, he universalizes their experience, giving them a voice beyond traditional, sentimental portrayals.

1m ago

It’s time for a tea party with a Bangladeshi story

A deshi tea party blends nostalgia, warmth, and heartfelt conversations. Perfect for modern metro life, it offers soulful connections, simple snacks, and timeless charm — proving tea still brews the best moments together.

2m ago

Durga Puja… special and timeless

Life teaches us that things change, and not always for the better. “Agey ki shundor din kataitum” is a line from a popular song, but it is not a reality for us.

2m ago

By the Someshwari: A River of Dreams

In the monsoon, the Someshwari swells up. In the dry season, it shrinks.

3m ago

An ode to Murtaja Baseer and his lifelong passions

As a painter, he was larger than life. Baseer entered art school not out of a passion for the creative field, but he was on a mission, a role he undertook as a sign of political allegiance to the leftist movement.

3m ago

When art walks among us: A collaboration between Manas and Bipasha Hayat

It is not often that fashion designers collaborate with artists to create wearable art, but when Faiza Ahmed, of Manas fame, worked with Bipasha Hayat, something magical came into being.

4m ago

Remembering 36th July!

The year 2024 shall forever remain etched in our hearts as a season of mixed emotions. On one hand, we look back at those tumultuous days with joy. On the other hand, we remain apprehensive about what lies ahead.

4m ago
November 17, 2025
November 17, 2025

Why modern fatherhood isn’t what it used to be

Modern fatherhood is shifting beyond patriarchal expectations. Once defined by stoicism and provision, fathers today strive for emotional connection and shared responsibility. As gender roles evolve, fatherhood is being redefined as empathy, presence, and genuine, human expression of love.

November 8, 2025
November 8, 2025

The faceless strength of women in Zainul’s art

Zainul Abedin's simplistic drawings of rural Bengali women focus on their resilience and strength rather than individual beauty. By omitting facial details, he universalizes their experience, giving them a voice beyond traditional, sentimental portrayals.

October 13, 2025
October 13, 2025

It’s time for a tea party with a Bangladeshi story

A deshi tea party blends nostalgia, warmth, and heartfelt conversations. Perfect for modern metro life, it offers soulful connections, simple snacks, and timeless charm — proving tea still brews the best moments together.

September 30, 2025
September 30, 2025

Durga Puja… special and timeless

Life teaches us that things change, and not always for the better. “Agey ki shundor din kataitum” is a line from a popular song, but it is not a reality for us.

September 15, 2025
September 15, 2025

By the Someshwari: A River of Dreams

In the monsoon, the Someshwari swells up. In the dry season, it shrinks.

August 23, 2025
August 23, 2025

An ode to Murtaja Baseer and his lifelong passions

As a painter, he was larger than life. Baseer entered art school not out of a passion for the creative field, but he was on a mission, a role he undertook as a sign of political allegiance to the leftist movement.

August 10, 2025
August 10, 2025

When art walks among us: A collaboration between Manas and Bipasha Hayat

It is not often that fashion designers collaborate with artists to create wearable art, but when Faiza Ahmed, of Manas fame, worked with Bipasha Hayat, something magical came into being.

August 5, 2025
August 5, 2025

Remembering 36th July!

The year 2024 shall forever remain etched in our hearts as a season of mixed emotions. On one hand, we look back at those tumultuous days with joy. On the other hand, we remain apprehensive about what lies ahead.

May 24, 2025
May 24, 2025

Embracing the chaos: The art of creation

Creative blocks mirror nature’s barren phases, yet chaos and stillness birth inspiration. True creativity resists control, flowing from instinct and emotion. In its wild, sacred moments, we connect deeply—with self, soul, and the art of becoming.

May 24, 2025
May 24, 2025

A wall’s eye-view diary of a neighbourhood

Every locality in this city has stories, and none seem to speak louder than the anecdotes shared by walls! Case in point: Shantinagar! Having lived here for over four decades, I am no stranger to the tales they offer, and curiously, these narratives are ever-changing.