Today marks the anniversary of his untimely death. On this day in 2011, Masud was killed in a tragic road accident in Joka, Ghior upazila of Manikganj, while returning from scouting locations for his film “Kagojer Phool”. Cinematographer Mishuk Munier, his close collaborator and creative partner, also lost his life in the crash, along with three others.
Filmmaker Saraf Ahmed Zibon’s debut venture, “Chokkor 302”, has secured clearance for theatrical release. Backed by government funding, the film has successfully obtained certification from the Bangladesh Film Certification Board without requiring any edits.
The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.
A new initiative, Mind the Gap Film Movement, has been launched to promote political awareness among working-class communities through cinema. With the theme “Political Films, Politics in Film,” the project aims to host a travelling film festival, bringing impactful and thought-provoking movies directly to the public.
Young filmmakers in Bangladesh tend to pursue creating films of varying lengths, despite challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, funding shortages, and other obstacles in film education and practice. Their efforts often go unsupported, with limited opportunities for proper guidance and exhibition.
Legendary filmmaker Tareque Masud dedicated his life to creating films with a pure heart, free from any personal gain. His passion was to capture the stories of his homeland and its people. Today, (August 13), marks 13 years since we lost this remarkable soul.
Dhaka University, the largest institution of higher education in the country, is gearing up for a grand celebration of cinema spanning over two decades. Named "Amar Bhashar Cholocchitro," this festival exclusively showcases Bengali-language films and has become a hallmark event over the years.
The personal effects includes Mishuk’s camera, lenses, flashguns, camera accessories, Ohmmeter, slide, photo album, mini camera, passport, ID card, pocket watch, wrist watch, negatives etc.
On his 12th death anniversary, The Daily Star looks back at the life of this fascinating filmmaker.
Today marks the anniversary of his untimely death. On this day in 2011, Masud was killed in a tragic road accident in Joka, Ghior upazila of Manikganj, while returning from scouting locations for his film “Kagojer Phool”. Cinematographer Mishuk Munier, his close collaborator and creative partner, also lost his life in the crash, along with three others.
Filmmaker Saraf Ahmed Zibon’s debut venture, “Chokkor 302”, has secured clearance for theatrical release. Backed by government funding, the film has successfully obtained certification from the Bangladesh Film Certification Board without requiring any edits.
The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.
A new initiative, Mind the Gap Film Movement, has been launched to promote political awareness among working-class communities through cinema. With the theme “Political Films, Politics in Film,” the project aims to host a travelling film festival, bringing impactful and thought-provoking movies directly to the public.
Young filmmakers in Bangladesh tend to pursue creating films of varying lengths, despite challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, funding shortages, and other obstacles in film education and practice. Their efforts often go unsupported, with limited opportunities for proper guidance and exhibition.
Legendary filmmaker Tareque Masud dedicated his life to creating films with a pure heart, free from any personal gain. His passion was to capture the stories of his homeland and its people. Today, (August 13), marks 13 years since we lost this remarkable soul.
Dhaka University, the largest institution of higher education in the country, is gearing up for a grand celebration of cinema spanning over two decades. Named "Amar Bhashar Cholocchitro," this festival exclusively showcases Bengali-language films and has become a hallmark event over the years.
The personal effects includes Mishuk’s camera, lenses, flashguns, camera accessories, Ohmmeter, slide, photo album, mini camera, passport, ID card, pocket watch, wrist watch, negatives etc.
On his 12th death anniversary, The Daily Star looks back at the life of this fascinating filmmaker.
Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) is paying homage to legendary Bangladeshi artistes Tareque Masud, Sarah Begum Kabori, Alamgir Kabir, Munir Chowdhury and Amalendu Biswas through a remarkable three-day event titled, "Smriti Satta Bhabishyat" which started on Sunday and will end on Tuesday.
