Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Let's welcome our law enforcers with kindness: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

In a heartfelt social media post, Farooki pleaded with the public to show empathy and support to the police officers returning to their duties. He wrote, “We hope that our brothers and sisters in the police force will return to their duties within a day or two. We have high hopes that they will become a new police force for a new Bangladesh.”

Stars with spine: Media personalities who voiced out for students

In such challenging times, when protesters and civilians were indiscriminately killed, wholesale arrests, block raids, and a nationwide internet shutdown violated citizens' fundamental rights, keeping the nation on edge for weeks– only a few had the courage to raise their voices against the oppression and injustice.

March ahead together, with determination: Farooki

"Today is July 35. We stand a little away from independence. March ahead together, with determination,”-- writes filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki on his social handle. 

Stars demand release of rapper Hannan

Rapper Hannan Hossain Shimul, who recently released his rap about the quota reform movement, was arrested on July 25 by police officers. He was subsequently held on a two-day remand. 

Entertainment world adorned in red against injustice

In a striking display of unity and protest, numerous Bangladeshi celebrities have changed their profile pictures on social media to a solid field of red, in response to the deaths during the recent quota reform protests. This movement has quickly gained traction, showcasing the collective voice of the people against violence and injustice.

Bongo to feature Bangladeshi ZEE5 content

ZEE5, an Indian streaming service, launched in Bangladesh with much fanfare on July 3, 2019. The platform created numerous programmes spotlighting local producers and artistes. However, due to an underwhelming audience response, ZEE5 eventually ceased its operations here.

Review / Farooki’s ‘Last Defenders of Monogamy’ is lacklustre

Once musician Xefer took a turn and decided to debut as an actor while also adopting a new look with straightened hair, that too for Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s project, it left netizens mesmerised. Moreover, the awestruck people were also eagerly awaiting her on-screen pairing with seasoned actor Chanchal Chowdhury. However, the anticipation led to much disappointment when the greater bit of the audience did not find the movie appealing.

Couldn't sleep the night before shooting: Chanchal’s son on ‘Monogamy’

Reflecting on his web debut, Shuddho shared, “It was quite pressuring to share the screen with baba. I remember, the night before my first day of shooting, I couldn't sleep due to nervousness.”

Chanchal Chowdhury set for stellar comeback on OTT

The power-packed performer and three-time National Film Award-winning actor Chanchal Chowdhury is gearing up with some exciting new projects on OTT after a while. For this upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, he will be featured in the much-awaited Chorki-backed original web-film, “The Last Defenders of Monogamy”, directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.

August 8, 2024
August 8, 2024

Let's welcome our law enforcers with kindness: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

In a heartfelt social media post, Farooki pleaded with the public to show empathy and support to the police officers returning to their duties. He wrote, “We hope that our brothers and sisters in the police force will return to their duties within a day or two. We have high hopes that they will become a new police force for a new Bangladesh.”

August 7, 2024
August 7, 2024

Stars with spine: Media personalities who voiced out for students

In such challenging times, when protesters and civilians were indiscriminately killed, wholesale arrests, block raids, and a nationwide internet shutdown violated citizens' fundamental rights, keeping the nation on edge for weeks– only a few had the courage to raise their voices against the oppression and injustice.

August 4, 2024
August 4, 2024

March ahead together, with determination: Farooki

"Today is July 35. We stand a little away from independence. March ahead together, with determination,”-- writes filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki on his social handle. 

August 1, 2024
August 1, 2024

Stars demand release of rapper Hannan

Rapper Hannan Hossain Shimul, who recently released his rap about the quota reform movement, was arrested on July 25 by police officers. He was subsequently held on a two-day remand. 

July 31, 2024
July 31, 2024

Entertainment world adorned in red against injustice

In a striking display of unity and protest, numerous Bangladeshi celebrities have changed their profile pictures on social media to a solid field of red, in response to the deaths during the recent quota reform protests. This movement has quickly gained traction, showcasing the collective voice of the people against violence and injustice.

July 10, 2024
July 10, 2024

Bongo to feature Bangladeshi ZEE5 content

ZEE5, an Indian streaming service, launched in Bangladesh with much fanfare on July 3, 2019. The platform created numerous programmes spotlighting local producers and artistes. However, due to an underwhelming audience response, ZEE5 eventually ceased its operations here.

April 15, 2024
April 15, 2024

Farooki’s ‘Last Defenders of Monogamy’ is lacklustre

Once musician Xefer took a turn and decided to debut as an actor while also adopting a new look with straightened hair, that too for Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s project, it left netizens mesmerised. Moreover, the awestruck people were also eagerly awaiting her on-screen pairing with seasoned actor Chanchal Chowdhury. However, the anticipation led to much disappointment when the greater bit of the audience did not find the movie appealing.

March 29, 2024
March 29, 2024

Couldn't sleep the night before shooting: Chanchal’s son on ‘Monogamy’

Reflecting on his web debut, Shuddho shared, “It was quite pressuring to share the screen with baba. I remember, the night before my first day of shooting, I couldn't sleep due to nervousness.”

March 28, 2024
March 28, 2024

Chanchal Chowdhury set for stellar comeback on OTT

The power-packed performer and three-time National Film Award-winning actor Chanchal Chowdhury is gearing up with some exciting new projects on OTT after a while. For this upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, he will be featured in the much-awaited Chorki-backed original web-film, “The Last Defenders of Monogamy”, directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.

March 18, 2024
March 18, 2024

Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s film leads lineup at India’s Cinevesture film fest

The first-ever Cinevesture International Film Festival (CIFF) in India has announced its lineup of projects set to participate in its accompanying market, comprising an exciting array of 20 productions.

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