Oscar nominee Nazrin Choudhury is proud of her Bangladeshi roots
The 96th Academy Awards has recently announced this year's nominees for the Best Live Action Short Film. The entire crew of ‘Red, White and Blue’ waited in anticipation to hear their film’s name. When it finally happened, Nazrin Choudhury, the film’s director, was overwhelmed with emotion. She, along with her daughters, burst into tears. She thanked everyone who supported her, and the very next day, Bangladeshi newspapers prominently featured headlines about Nazrin Choudhury, the Bangladeshi-origin British-American screenwriter, who secured her first Oscar nomination with her directorial debut film.
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An evening of untold stories and reflections with Sharmila Tagore
Tripods, cameras, and an empty sofa awaited in anticipation at the Samson H Lounge at Dhaka Club for the arrival of an icon who has time and again broken conventional norms, working in iconic movies to leave an everlasting imprint in audiences' hearts. The room, once bustling with activity, hushed into silence as the legendary actress made her entrance.
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Films galore: 22nd DIFF opens for all, graced by Sharmila Tagore
“Better Film, Better Audience and Better Society” – with this slogan the curtains rose on the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) at the Bangladesh National Museum today. The quintessential Bengali beauty and legendary actress Sharmila Tagore graced the stage as a special guest. Audiences and the media eagerly awaited the moment when the renowned actress would share her insights on stage.
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‘Oshomoy’ is a timely reality check on our society
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Shamol Mawla soldiers on with a plethora of roles
From portraying a mute character in “Silence” to embodying a repentant figure in “Virus,” Shamol Mawla has left a lasting impression with his diverse roles and versatility throughout the last year. Wrapping up the year, he graced the Deepto Play web-series “Hridmajhare,” taking on the role of a doctor. The on-screen chemistry between Shamol and co-stars Aisha Khan and Nazia Haque Orsha has been much loved by the audience. In a candid interview with The Daily Star, the actor talked about his favourite projects and dubbing for Korean dramas, amongst other work.
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‘Death’s Game’: Exploration of redemption in depths of despair
The Korean drama "Death’s Game" arrived at a time when many adults are grappling with depression and contemplating taking their own lives. We are so consumed by our own miseries that we often overlook the suffering we impose on our loved ones when we succumb to death.
Chitrangada: A story of women’s individuality
Rabindranath’s Chitrangada has mostly been adapted in dance-drama form, but theater troupe Swapnadal was adamant on narrating the mythological princess of the Kingdom of Manipur into a modern day ‘jatrabala’ styled drama for the audiences. Their unique adaptation of ‘Chitrangada’ caught the eyes of Asia’s largest theatre festival, as they are all set to perform at 25th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav, Delhi on February.
Roger Gwynn: The British photographer who fell in love with Bangladesh
Roger Gwynn immortalized some of the most awe-inspiring images of the Birmingham protest against Pakistani brutality and genocide in Bangladesh in 1971. Additionally, he had the opportunity to meet the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in 1972 at the Claridges Hotel in London. He again came back to Bangladesh after the Independence to help reform the country after the disastrous Cyclone in 1974.
February 7, 2024
Oscar nominee Nazrin Choudhury is proud of her Bangladeshi roots
The 96th Academy Awards has recently announced this year's nominees for the Best Live Action Short Film. The entire crew of ‘Red, White and Blue’ waited in anticipation to hear their film’s name. When it finally happened, Nazrin Choudhury, the film’s director, was overwhelmed with emotion. She, along with her daughters, burst into tears. She thanked everyone who supported her, and the very next day, Bangladeshi newspapers prominently featured headlines about Nazrin Choudhury, the Bangladeshi-origin British-American screenwriter, who secured her first Oscar nomination with her directorial debut film.
January 26, 2024
An evening of untold stories and reflections with Sharmila Tagore
Tripods, cameras, and an empty sofa awaited in anticipation at the Samson H Lounge at Dhaka Club for the arrival of an icon who has time and again broken conventional norms, working in iconic movies to leave an everlasting imprint in audiences' hearts. The room, once bustling with activity, hushed into silence as the legendary actress made her entrance.
January 20, 2024
Films galore: 22nd DIFF opens for all, graced by Sharmila Tagore
“Better Film, Better Audience and Better Society” – with this slogan the curtains rose on the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) at the Bangladesh National Museum today. The quintessential Bengali beauty and legendary actress Sharmila Tagore graced the stage as a special guest. Audiences and the media eagerly awaited the moment when the renowned actress would share her insights on stage.
January 19, 2024
‘Oshomoy’ is a timely reality check on our society
“Oshomoy” marks Kajal Arefin Ome's debut in the realm of web-films, adding a new dimension to his already impressive portfolio, which includes widely acclaimed content like "Bachelor Point" and "Hotel Relax," earning him a substantial fan following. While the director is renowned for producing predominantly commercial content, “Oshomoy” serves as a testament to his ability to surpass the expectations of his critics.
January 12, 2024
Shamol Mawla soldiers on with a plethora of roles
From portraying a mute character in “Silence” to embodying a repentant figure in “Virus,” Shamol Mawla has left a lasting impression with his diverse roles and versatility throughout the last year. Wrapping up the year, he graced the Deepto Play web-series “Hridmajhare,” taking on the role of a doctor. The on-screen chemistry between Shamol and co-stars Aisha Khan and Nazia Haque Orsha has been much loved by the audience. In a candid interview with The Daily Star, the actor talked about his favourite projects and dubbing for Korean dramas, amongst other work.
January 7, 2024
‘Death’s Game’: Exploration of redemption in depths of despair
The Korean drama "Death’s Game" arrived at a time when many adults are grappling with depression and contemplating taking their own lives. We are so consumed by our own miseries that we often overlook the suffering we impose on our loved ones when we succumb to death.
December 22, 2023
Chitrangada: A story of women’s individuality
Rabindranath’s Chitrangada has mostly been adapted in dance-drama form, but theater troupe Swapnadal was adamant on narrating the mythological princess of the Kingdom of Manipur into a modern day ‘jatrabala’ styled drama for the audiences. Their unique adaptation of ‘Chitrangada’ caught the eyes of Asia’s largest theatre festival, as they are all set to perform at 25th edition of Bharat Rang Mahotsav, Delhi on February.
December 16, 2023
Roger Gwynn: The British photographer who fell in love with Bangladesh
Roger Gwynn immortalized some of the most awe-inspiring images of the Birmingham protest against Pakistani brutality and genocide in Bangladesh in 1971. Additionally, he had the opportunity to meet the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in 1972 at the Claridges Hotel in London. He again came back to Bangladesh after the Independence to help reform the country after the disastrous Cyclone in 1974.
December 15, 2023
Bringing ‘Manush’ to Bangladesh was a challenge: Sanjoy Somadder
Sanjoy Somadder's debut Indian film, “Manush”, premiered in Kolkata on November 24. Although there were plans to release the movie in Bangladesh on the same day, complications arose, leading to a temporary halt on the release. Originally slated for distribution in Bangladesh by Jazz Multimedia, the rights were eventually transferred to Anonno Mamun and his production company.
November 29, 2023
Sheikh Niloy's comedy show breaks stereotypes and bridges cultures
Imagine producing your first project to then accidentally debuting on it by playing the role of a narcissistic Bengali-American character named Sahir. Well, Sheikh Niloy had different plans, but eventually, he succeeded in portraying the charming yet obnoxious Sahir, obsessed with his good looks. The 20-year-old Sahir shares his living space with equally narcissistic roommates – Dante, Gaia, and Aria – all on a quest to discover their elusive self-worth.
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