Mohanagar 2
Struggle for a secular Bangladesh will persist: Ashfaque Nipun
When it comes to speaking out against injustice and oppression, there aren’t many artistes who stand out as prominently as Ashfaque Nipun. Known for his active presence both online and on the ground, Nipun has been a vocal participant in various protests. His determination was evident during the quota reform movement, which later evolved into the anti-discrimination student movement and led to the dramatic fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s regime.
‘Mohanagar 2’, ‘Aam Kathaler Chhuti’ dominate Meril-Prothom Alo Awards 2023
The highly anticipated 25th edition of the Meril-Prothom Alo Awards, one of Bangladesh's most prestigious entertainment events, dazzled the capital this evening. Celebrating its silver jubilee, this year's ceremony was grander than ever, adding an extra layer of excitement and significance.
Year end special / Top 10 actors dominating OTT conversations in 2023
In the dynamic landscape of Bengali entertainment, 2023 has proven to be a year of cinematic brilliance, particularly in the realm of Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms. The virtual space has become a battleground of talent, with actors rising to prominence through their exceptional performances in web series and films. As we bid adieu to 2023, it's time to acknowledge and celebrate the top 10 actors who have been the talk of the town, captivating audiences with their unmatched acting prowess.
Rafiul Quader Rubel: An emerging actor, a fighting father
The actor performed on stage in plays like Jean-Paul Sartre's “Deowal” and Momtaz Uddin's “Bornochora”. In the 1997-98 season, when Tarek and Russell moved to Dhaka, Rubel joined Tirjak. There, he acted in various plays such as Bertolt Brecht's “Samadhan” and Shakespeare's “Romeo and Juliet”. He also wrote plays for Tirjak, titled “Lojja” and “Shotyandho”.
Brindaban Das to teach at Kazi Nazrul Islam University
Brindaban Das was featured in the second season of Ashfaque Nipun's much-hyped web series, "Mohanagar".
Entertainment's unsung heroes / Art director Shihab Nurun Nabi talks to The Daily Star
One of the unsung heroes, that are responsible for everything that you see on the screen apart from the protagonist, is the production design crew. And a facet of that department is Art Direction.
‘Mohanagar 2’ gets Hindi dub
The show also stars Shamol Mawla, Fazlur Rahman Babu, Sarker Raunak Ripon, Afsana Mimi, Lutfor Rahman George, Brindaban Das, Tanzika Amin, Dibya Joyti, Nawshaba Ahmed, among others.
We are magicians, making the audience laugh and cry with us: Shamol Mawla
“The OTT platforms in our nation is still in its infancy stage, and could be considered small in our industry. However, it has the potential to be as vast as the sky,” shared Shamol Mawla.
Creating an iconic, humane character
Amidst all kinds of criticism, "Mohanagar" proved to be a landmark in the OTT industry, that will have an impact in the long run. “If we can open the avenue for liberal discussions and constructive criticism, especially to the visual mediums, then it will be essentially good for our own culture and the world will know us as broad-minded and adaptable,” he concludes.
Struggle for a secular Bangladesh will persist: Ashfaque Nipun
When it comes to speaking out against injustice and oppression, there aren’t many artistes who stand out as prominently as Ashfaque Nipun. Known for his active presence both online and on the ground, Nipun has been a vocal participant in various protests. His determination was evident during the quota reform movement, which later evolved into the anti-discrimination student movement and led to the dramatic fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s regime.
‘Mohanagar 2’, ‘Aam Kathaler Chhuti’ dominate Meril-Prothom Alo Awards 2023
The highly anticipated 25th edition of the Meril-Prothom Alo Awards, one of Bangladesh's most prestigious entertainment events, dazzled the capital this evening. Celebrating its silver jubilee, this year's ceremony was grander than ever, adding an extra layer of excitement and significance.
Top 10 actors dominating OTT conversations in 2023
In the dynamic landscape of Bengali entertainment, 2023 has proven to be a year of cinematic brilliance, particularly in the realm of Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms. The virtual space has become a battleground of talent, with actors rising to prominence through their exceptional performances in web series and films. As we bid adieu to 2023, it's time to acknowledge and celebrate the top 10 actors who have been the talk of the town, captivating audiences with their unmatched acting prowess.
Rafiul Quader Rubel: An emerging actor, a fighting father
The actor performed on stage in plays like Jean-Paul Sartre's “Deowal” and Momtaz Uddin's “Bornochora”. In the 1997-98 season, when Tarek and Russell moved to Dhaka, Rubel joined Tirjak. There, he acted in various plays such as Bertolt Brecht's “Samadhan” and Shakespeare's “Romeo and Juliet”. He also wrote plays for Tirjak, titled “Lojja” and “Shotyandho”.
Brindaban Das to teach at Kazi Nazrul Islam University
Brindaban Das was featured in the second season of Ashfaque Nipun's much-hyped web series, "Mohanagar".
Art director Shihab Nurun Nabi talks to The Daily Star
One of the unsung heroes, that are responsible for everything that you see on the screen apart from the protagonist, is the production design crew. And a facet of that department is Art Direction.
‘Mohanagar 2’ gets Hindi dub
The show also stars Shamol Mawla, Fazlur Rahman Babu, Sarker Raunak Ripon, Afsana Mimi, Lutfor Rahman George, Brindaban Das, Tanzika Amin, Dibya Joyti, Nawshaba Ahmed, among others.
We are magicians, making the audience laugh and cry with us: Shamol Mawla
“The OTT platforms in our nation is still in its infancy stage, and could be considered small in our industry. However, it has the potential to be as vast as the sky,” shared Shamol Mawla.
Creating an iconic, humane character
Amidst all kinds of criticism, "Mohanagar" proved to be a landmark in the OTT industry, that will have an impact in the long run. “If we can open the avenue for liberal discussions and constructive criticism, especially to the visual mediums, then it will be essentially good for our own culture and the world will know us as broad-minded and adaptable,” he concludes.
The value of 'Mohanagar' stretches far beyond social media hype
The web series sheds light on the grey area where the dichotomy between the executive and political authorities collapses in Bangladesh.