Mamunur Rashid

Mamunur Rashid’s ‘Tumba O Protibeshi’ to stage this Eid

Advance ticket sales for the play have already begun through Bangla Theatre. The venue, Riddhi Gallery, is conveniently located near the Mirpur-11 Metro Station, making it easily accessible for interested audiences from across Dhaka.

Festive films: Four at the forefront

Although Eid-ul-Fitr is still a little while away, audiences are ardently anticipating the films scheduled for release during the festive season.

Aranyak Natyadal to celebrate 53 years with month-long theatre festival

Theatre troupe Aranyak Natyadal has organised a month-long festival to commemorate its 53rd anniversary this year, featuring a series of performances and events. The celebrations will take place at the Mahila Samiti Auditorium and the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), beginning tomorrow.

Group Theatre Federation condemns ‘shadow ban’ on Mamunur Rashid

Jamil Ahmed’s remarks, although unofficial, have ignited outrage within the cultural community, with many interpreting it as a dangerous precedent.

Jamil Ahmed advises Mamunur Rashid to ‘step back’ amid growing tensions at Shilpakala

Jamil Ahmed confirmed that this was not an official directive. However, his comments have sparked a social media backlash, with many theatre artists criticising the suggestion. Numerous posts have emerged condemning Jamil’s stance, with some also alleging that fellow veteran actor Ferdousi Majumdar had been given similar advice.

Alliance Française to exhibit handcrafted musical instruments

Alliance Française de Dhaka is set to host a distinctive exhibition featuring traditional musical instruments handcrafted by Mohammad Zakir Hossain. Titled “Symphony of Healing”, the exhibition will officially open on November 25 at 6pm at La Galerie in Dhanmondi.

Group Theatre Federation’s convening committee resigns over ‘clash in working methods’

In a letter signed by renowned director Mamunur Rashid and dated Tuesday, the committee highlighted significant challenges in collaborating with the federation's central leadership.

Theatre artistes to stage street play as protest at BSA

Today two theatre troupes are set to perform street plays at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), advocating for the safety of theatre artistes. This protest is in response to the cancellation of the play “Nityapurana” on November 2, as well as the subsequent attack on renowned thespian Mamunur Rashid during a demonstration led by Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation (BGTF) activists.

Aranyak Natyadal cancels show following BSA Attack

Following the attack, the theater group Aranyak Natyadal decided to cancel the scheduled 7:00pm performance of their play Company at the main auditorium of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.

March 24, 2025
March 24, 2025

Mamunur Rashid’s ‘Tumba O Protibeshi’ to stage this Eid

Advance ticket sales for the play have already begun through Bangla Theatre. The venue, Riddhi Gallery, is conveniently located near the Mirpur-11 Metro Station, making it easily accessible for interested audiences from across Dhaka.

February 20, 2025
February 20, 2025

Festive films: Four at the forefront

Although Eid-ul-Fitr is still a little while away, audiences are ardently anticipating the films scheduled for release during the festive season.

January 31, 2025
January 31, 2025

Aranyak Natyadal to celebrate 53 years with month-long theatre festival

Theatre troupe Aranyak Natyadal has organised a month-long festival to commemorate its 53rd anniversary this year, featuring a series of performances and events. The celebrations will take place at the Mahila Samiti Auditorium and the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), beginning tomorrow.

November 28, 2024
November 28, 2024

Group Theatre Federation condemns ‘shadow ban’ on Mamunur Rashid

Jamil Ahmed’s remarks, although unofficial, have ignited outrage within the cultural community, with many interpreting it as a dangerous precedent.

November 28, 2024
November 28, 2024

Jamil Ahmed advises Mamunur Rashid to ‘step back’ amid growing tensions at Shilpakala

Jamil Ahmed confirmed that this was not an official directive. However, his comments have sparked a social media backlash, with many theatre artists criticising the suggestion. Numerous posts have emerged condemning Jamil’s stance, with some also alleging that fellow veteran actor Ferdousi Majumdar had been given similar advice.

November 23, 2024
November 23, 2024

Alliance Française to exhibit handcrafted musical instruments

Alliance Française de Dhaka is set to host a distinctive exhibition featuring traditional musical instruments handcrafted by Mohammad Zakir Hossain. Titled “Symphony of Healing”, the exhibition will officially open on November 25 at 6pm at La Galerie in Dhanmondi.

November 19, 2024
November 19, 2024

Group Theatre Federation’s convening committee resigns over ‘clash in working methods’

In a letter signed by renowned director Mamunur Rashid and dated Tuesday, the committee highlighted significant challenges in collaborating with the federation's central leadership.

November 14, 2024
November 14, 2024

Theatre artistes to stage street play as protest at BSA

Today two theatre troupes are set to perform street plays at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), advocating for the safety of theatre artistes. This protest is in response to the cancellation of the play “Nityapurana” on November 2, as well as the subsequent attack on renowned thespian Mamunur Rashid during a demonstration led by Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation (BGTF) activists.

November 9, 2024
November 9, 2024

Aranyak Natyadal cancels show following BSA Attack

Following the attack, the theater group Aranyak Natyadal decided to cancel the scheduled 7:00pm performance of their play Company at the main auditorium of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.

October 25, 2024
October 25, 2024

Shakib Khan-starrer 'Borbaad' to feature Mamunur Rashid

Veteran actor Mamunur Rashid has just about wrapped up filming for his latest exciting project, “Borbaad,” directed by Mehedi Hasan Hridoy. After completing the shoot in Mumbai, India, he has officially returned to Bangladesh.