Unmad

The artivist

Being a cartoonist is Morshed Mishu’s preferred public identity, or as he describes himself, an “artivist”—someone who practices activism through art in a non-traditional manner. Mishu, who rose to prominence through his political cartoons and social activism, has journeyed to every corner of the country to aid his fellow countrymen.

UNMAD pays tribute to 'Mohanagar 2'

The "Mohanagar" feature was written by Ahsan Habib, while the cover and character caricature was drawn by Morshed Mishu.

Cartoonist Shikha no more

The artist passed away while undergoing treatment at Ahsania Mission Cancer and General Hospital.

Does AI put artists in danger?

In recent times, developments in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have taken the world by storm. Deepfakes, DALL-E 2, ChatGPT, and all their various spin-offs have paved the way for various debates regarding the ethics, possibilities, and eventual future of AI

'Unmad' prize winners at the 40-year celebrations

Recently, the 5-day 40-year-celebration of the satire magazine Unmad, came to a close, where three cartoonists were awarded. Morshed Mishu, who won the first prize, wanted to pursue a career in defence, but ended up being a cartoonist. He is an Assistant Editor at Unmad.

40 years of madness - Celebrating Unmad

A fascinating part of the magazine Unmad is how the Bangla wit is represented through cartoons, sketches, images and not to mention the hilarious write ups and crazy poetry. Decades of the evolving humour, writers and cartoonists of all ages who have been involved with Unmad for years, along with cartoons and ideas, will be framed and waiting for enthusiasts and fans at the Drik gallery in Dhanmondi, from July 5-9.

October 5, 2024
October 5, 2024

The artivist

Being a cartoonist is Morshed Mishu’s preferred public identity, or as he describes himself, an “artivist”—someone who practices activism through art in a non-traditional manner. Mishu, who rose to prominence through his political cartoons and social activism, has journeyed to every corner of the country to aid his fellow countrymen.

June 10, 2023
June 10, 2023

UNMAD pays tribute to 'Mohanagar 2'

The "Mohanagar" feature was written by Ahsan Habib, while the cover and character caricature was drawn by Morshed Mishu.

May 31, 2023
May 31, 2023

Cartoonist Shikha no more

The artist passed away while undergoing treatment at Ahsania Mission Cancer and General Hospital.

February 15, 2023
February 15, 2023

Does AI put artists in danger?

In recent times, developments in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have taken the world by storm. Deepfakes, DALL-E 2, ChatGPT, and all their various spin-offs have paved the way for various debates regarding the ethics, possibilities, and eventual future of AI

July 11, 2018
July 11, 2018

'Unmad' prize winners at the 40-year celebrations

Recently, the 5-day 40-year-celebration of the satire magazine Unmad, came to a close, where three cartoonists were awarded. Morshed Mishu, who won the first prize, wanted to pursue a career in defence, but ended up being a cartoonist. He is an Assistant Editor at Unmad.

July 5, 2018
July 5, 2018

40 years of madness - Celebrating Unmad

A fascinating part of the magazine Unmad is how the Bangla wit is represented through cartoons, sketches, images and not to mention the hilarious write ups and crazy poetry. Decades of the evolving humour, writers and cartoonists of all ages who have been involved with Unmad for years, along with cartoons and ideas, will be framed and waiting for enthusiasts and fans at the Drik gallery in Dhanmondi, from July 5-9.