22nd Dhaka International Film Festival

Bonna Mirza revives on stage

While Bonna Mirza is widely recognised for her roles in cinema and television, her roots in theatre remain a defining aspect of her career. Despite being a prominent figure in the film and TV industry, Bonna frequently graces the stage, captivating audiences with her acting prowess.

‘Bangladeshi fans proved my popularity won’t fade away soon’

In the midst of a cold January rain, fans and media eagerly awaited a glimpse of Swastika Mukherjee. Enthralled by her beauty and grace, Bangladeshi fans have fallen for the quintessential Bong beauty.

‘Barir Naam Shahana’: A riveting dive into resilience and rebellion

The narrative, based on actual events, unfolds in a small town in 1990s Bangladesh, where the film's protagonist, Dipa, portrayed with resilience and conviction by Aanon Siddiqua, grapples with the aftermath of a failed marriage, societal taboos, and the weight of family honour. Aanon’s acting prowess, coupled with the raw emotions portrayed throughout the runtime, is bound to leave the audience in awe.

Misogyny is so prevalent that ‘Animal’ doesn’t seem odd: Bonna Mirza

Prominent actress Bonna Mirza has recently commented on the misrepresentation of female characters in regional and Indian films, connoting the recent wave of criticism faced by the Sandeep Reddy Vanga film “Animal”.

22nd DIFF / ‘Surot’: From global stages to Dhaka’s spotlight

"Surot" is a 13-minute and 30-second cinematic journey into the intricacies of human life. The cast of the film includes Nawshaba Ahmed, Mizanur Rahman, Rashed Sagar, Munna, and Manik Saha, amongst others.

Sharmila Tagore arrives in Dhaka

Yesterday, Sharmila Tagore arrived in Bangladesh to attend the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival as the special guest in the programme.

22nd DIFF / Celebration of global cinema: 252 films, 74 countries, infinite stories

The 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is set to captivate audiences with a stellar lineup of 252 films from 74 countries, including Bangladesh, kicking off on Saturday. The festival, organised by the Rainbow Film Society, will run from January 20 to 28, showcasing an array of international films at prominent venues across the capital.

Dhaka Int’l Film Festival: When and where to watch Bangladeshi films

The Dhaka International Film Festival can be named as one of the biggest film festivals in our country. It has been going on for over two decades and the 22nd edition is set to kick off on January 20 and will run until January 28.

Jaya Ahsan’s Iranian film to screen at Dhaka Int’l Film Festival

Jaya Ahsan's Iranian film, "Fereshte", is set to be screened at the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF), which is scheduled to commence on January 20 at the Bangladesh National Museum Auditorium.

January 26, 2024
January 26, 2024

Bonna Mirza revives on stage

While Bonna Mirza is widely recognised for her roles in cinema and television, her roots in theatre remain a defining aspect of her career. Despite being a prominent figure in the film and TV industry, Bonna frequently graces the stage, captivating audiences with her acting prowess.

January 25, 2024
January 25, 2024

‘Bangladeshi fans proved my popularity won’t fade away soon’

In the midst of a cold January rain, fans and media eagerly awaited a glimpse of Swastika Mukherjee. Enthralled by her beauty and grace, Bangladeshi fans have fallen for the quintessential Bong beauty.

January 23, 2024
January 23, 2024

‘Barir Naam Shahana’: A riveting dive into resilience and rebellion

The narrative, based on actual events, unfolds in a small town in 1990s Bangladesh, where the film's protagonist, Dipa, portrayed with resilience and conviction by Aanon Siddiqua, grapples with the aftermath of a failed marriage, societal taboos, and the weight of family honour. Aanon’s acting prowess, coupled with the raw emotions portrayed throughout the runtime, is bound to leave the audience in awe.

January 23, 2024
January 23, 2024

Misogyny is so prevalent that ‘Animal’ doesn’t seem odd: Bonna Mirza

Prominent actress Bonna Mirza has recently commented on the misrepresentation of female characters in regional and Indian films, connoting the recent wave of criticism faced by the Sandeep Reddy Vanga film “Animal”.

January 22, 2024
January 22, 2024

‘Surot’: From global stages to Dhaka’s spotlight

"Surot" is a 13-minute and 30-second cinematic journey into the intricacies of human life. The cast of the film includes Nawshaba Ahmed, Mizanur Rahman, Rashed Sagar, Munna, and Manik Saha, amongst others.

January 20, 2024
January 20, 2024

Sharmila Tagore arrives in Dhaka

Yesterday, Sharmila Tagore arrived in Bangladesh to attend the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival as the special guest in the programme.

January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024

Celebration of global cinema: 252 films, 74 countries, infinite stories

The 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is set to captivate audiences with a stellar lineup of 252 films from 74 countries, including Bangladesh, kicking off on Saturday. The festival, organised by the Rainbow Film Society, will run from January 20 to 28, showcasing an array of international films at prominent venues across the capital.

January 8, 2024
January 8, 2024

Dhaka Int’l Film Festival: When and where to watch Bangladeshi films

The Dhaka International Film Festival can be named as one of the biggest film festivals in our country. It has been going on for over two decades and the 22nd edition is set to kick off on January 20 and will run until January 28.

January 3, 2024
January 3, 2024

Jaya Ahsan’s Iranian film to screen at Dhaka Int’l Film Festival

Jaya Ahsan's Iranian film, "Fereshte", is set to be screened at the 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF), which is scheduled to commence on January 20 at the Bangladesh National Museum Auditorium.

November 27, 2023
November 27, 2023

Sharmila Tagore set to visit Dhaka

The 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival has unveiled a lineup of masterclasses featuring distinguished filmmakers and artistes.

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