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The Bangladesh Ministry of Cultural Affairs has launched an ambitious anthology film project titled “Remembering Monsoon Revolution,” selecting eight accomplished directors to create works that will traverse the breadth of the country. The project will produce six fictional stories and two documentaries, each running 40-50 minutes.

The initiative’s title is a reference to the events of July 2024, referred to as the Monsoon Revolution, that led to then Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina‘s flight from the country amid mass protests and the formation of an interim government under the leadership of Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus.

The project, overseen by celebrated Bangladeshi filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki who has been put in charge of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, and a three-member search committee including Sumon Rahman, Adnan Al Rajeev and Tanim Noor, will conduct workshops across Bangladesh’s eight divisions. Each director will mentor emerging filmmakers from regional ShilpoKola Academies,...

Bangladesh has experienced an amazing political change as the country’s interim government hired the famous director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki as its cultural advisor. Farooki was sworn in as the new head of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs on Sunday night. He will work under the temporary government of Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus.

Many political changes started with protests in July against a controversial government job quota system. This decision comes after those events. When security forces reacted with deadly force, the protests got worse, and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to step down.

Farooki, whose movies have been nominated for three Academy Awards, initially hesitated to take the job. He told Variety magazine, “I wasn’t sure if I should take this part.” “But seeing Bangladesh in a rebuilding process, I felt compelled to contribute.”

Farooki looks up to South Korean director Lee Chang-dong, who...

Celebrated Bangladeshi filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has been put in charge of his country’s Ministry of Cultural Affairs.

In August, Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus was appointed to lead Bangladesh‘s interim government following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina‘s flight from the country amid mass protests. As it is an interim government, Yunus serves as Chief Advisor, rather than as Prime Minister. Farooki, though effectively the Culture Minister, has the formal title of Cultural Advisor.

Yunus expanded his cabinet on Sunday. Farooki was among those who were sworn in on Sunday evening. He is Bangladesh’s best-known filmmaker internationally. His films have represented Bangladesh at the Oscars three times.

“I was initially hesitating to say yes to this. However since Bangladesh is going through a rebuilding process, one part of my heart was saying ‘Let’s try and see if some changes can be made.’ I was also...

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The recent political turmoil in Bangladesh, marked by the resignation and flight of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after 15 years in power, has sparked widespread unrest and discussions, particularly concerning the safety and treatment of minorities in the country. As young protesters take to the streets expressing their frustrations over what they see as increasingly autocratic rule, various public figures have voiced their concerns about the situation.

Indian actor Hina Khan took to Twitter to express her dismay over the violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh amidst the ongoing unrest. She emphasized the importance of preserving the rights and safety of minority communities, highlighting that the loss of innocent lives is a tragedy regardless of country, caste, or religion. Hina, who is currently undergoing breast cancer treatment, conveyed her heartfelt prayers for the safety of all those suffering, particularly the minorities in Bangladesh, underlining that for her, humanity transcends all other considerations.

Mujib – The Making of a Nation, an India-Bangladesh co-production on the life of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, was Screened at TIFF on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at Bell Cinema Lightbox 7. Directed by renowned Indian director Shyam Benegal under the Audio Visual Co-Production Agreement between The Republic of India and The People’s Republic of Bangladesh, the film was shot extensively between the two countries, while strictly abiding by all the health guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Delighted to be unveiling the film at this prestigious festival. I’m sure the story of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his journey to create the Nation of Bangladesh will echo with the people and communities across the globe. It has been an honour to be able to tell this inspiring story of the Making of a Nation,” said Shyam Benegal.

“I’m brimming with emotions at this screening of Mujib – the making of a nation,...

Mujib – The Making of a Nation, an India-Bangladesh co-production on the life of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, was Screened at TIFF on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at Bell Cinema Lightbox 7. Directed by renowned Indian director Shyam Benegal under the Audio Visual Co-Production Agreement between The Republic of India and The People’s Republic of Bangladesh, the film was shot extensively between the two countries, while strictly abiding by all the health guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Delighted to be unveiling the film at this prestigious festival. I’m sure the story of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his journey to create the Nation of Bangladesh will echo with the people and communities across the globe. It has been an honour to be able to tell this inspiring story of the Making of a Nation,” said Shyam Benegal.

“I’m brimming with emotions at this screening of Mujib – the making of a nation,...

Dhaka, Aug 28 (Ians) Veteran left-handed opener Tamim Iqbal, currently undergoing rehab for back injury, has expressed confidence over him recovering in time for Bangladesh’s campaign in the Men’s Odi World Cup in India.

Tamim is not a part of Bangladesh’s squad for the upcoming Asia Cup so that he could do a rehab programme to recover from a long-standing back injury and be available for the three-match Odi series against New Zealand at home, as well as for the Men’s Odi World Cup.

“It’s going good (as far as rehabilitation is concerned). I think the way my plan is set we are right on track I am quite happy with the outcome till now and I haven’t complained about the back pain yet and there is no sign of major pain since taking the injection.”

“There is stiffness for one or two days till...

Dhaka, Aug 4 (Ians) With just over two months left for the 2023 Men’s Odi World Cup, veteran left-handed opener Tamim Iqbal has decided to step down as Bangladesh’s Odi captain and will miss the upcoming Asia Cup due to a back injury.

Tamim had earlier announced his retirement from international cricket on July 6 but reversed the decision following a meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. His recent decision means that Bangladesh will have a new Odi captain ahead of the mega event happening in India from October 5 to November 19.

Though Tamim will be unavailable for the Asia Cup to be hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka from August 31 to September 17, he wishes to be fit for the Odi series against New Zealand at home starting from September 21 before the World Cup arrives.

“I believe injury is an issue. I took an injection (on July 28), but it is like a hit or miss.

Dhaka, July 7 (Ians) A day after announcing his shocking retirement from international cricket, veteran Bangladesh batter Tamim Iqbal on Friday reversed his decision after intervention from country’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

The 34-year old cricketer met the Prime Minister at her residence with his wife, his former captain Mashrafe Mortaza and Bcb president Nazmul Hassan and later briefed the media about his decision.

“Today afternoon, the Prime Minister invited me to her house. She admonished me and asked me to play again, so I have decided to come out of retirement at this moment,” Tamim was quoted as saying by Cricbuzz.

“I can say no to everyone but it was impossible for me to say no to someone of the Pm’s authority. Papon (Nazmul Hasan) bhai, Mashrafe (Mortaza) bhai were big, big factors too. Mashrafe bhai called me here and Papon bhai was also here. The Prime Minister...

Believing that Bengali is one of the world’s most beautiful and revered languages, Bangladeshi actor Nusraat Faria says that Indo-Bangla partnership is important for putting the language on the world map. “We live in the time of globalisation. This is an era when geographical boundaries are redundant. The two nations must keep collaborating in the field of cinema. I have had the privilege of working in nine Indo-Bangla productions, and the experience has been unforgettable,” she asserts.

Faria will be seen in Shyam Benegal’s ‘Bongobondhu’, in which she essays the role of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister.

An actor, singer, Rj and reality show host, Faria stresses that she thinks of herself as an entertainer and enjoys everything to do with the arts. “Going with the flow is my thing,” she says.

All praise for new age Bangladeshi directors, the actor asserts they boast of fresh perspectives,...

Top Bangladeshi actor Nusrat Imrose Tisha is in Cannes to promote her new film “Mujib: The Making of a Nation.” A trailer for the film, a biopic of the late Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, was unveiled at the Cannes Film Market.

Popularly known as Bangabandhu (friend of Bengal), Rahman was one of the founders of the Awami League party and led the movement for political autonomy for East Pakistan and the subsequent formation of independent Bangladesh in 1971. He served as the first president and then the first prime minister of Bangladesh until he, his wife and sons were assassinated in an army coup in 1975. His daughter Sheikh Hasina is the current Prime Minister of Bangladesh.

Arifin Shuvoo, best actor winner at the Bangladesh National Film Awards for “Dhaka Attack,” plays Rahman. Tisha plays his wife Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib.

“Everyone knows about Bangabandhu, but many people don’t know about Fazilatunnesa,...

Among the only two survivors in the family of Bangladesh’s Father of the Nation that was mercilessly wiped out, a fate they escaped by being abroad, and unable to return home for another six years, Sheikh Hasina faced plenty of vicissitudes in her life, including terrorist attacks, but never faltered in her dream of rebuilding […]...

“Mujib: The Making of a Nation,” the biopic of late Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, is currently in post-production and a teaser will be unveiled at the Cannes Market in May.

Popularly known as Bangabandhu (friend of Bengal), Rahman was one of the founders of the Awami League party and led the movement for political autonomy for East Pakistan and the subsequent formation of independent Bangladesh in 1971. He served as the first president and then the first prime minister of Bangladesh until he was assassinated in an army coup in 1975. His daughter Sheikh Hasina is the current Prime Minister of Bangladesh.

The film is directed by veteran Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal. It is a Bangladesh-India co-production between the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation and India’s National Film Development Corporation. THe two organizations are jointly handling international rights sales.

Arifin Shuvoo, best actor winner at the Bangladesh National Film Awards for “Dhaka Attack,...

Legendary singer and Bharat Ratna awaredee Lata Mangeshkar, who passed away in Sunday in Mumbai, has a huge fan following in neighbouring Bangladesh as she, along with other Bollywood celebrities, had played an active role in the country’s Liberation War by mobilising funds. On Sunday, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina extended her condolences on the […]...

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Dhaka, Dec 4 (Ians) A sculpture of Madhusudan Dey, who was brutally killed by the Pakistan Army in March 1971, was partially damaged by some unknown miscreants in the Dhaka University (Du) campus premises.

The incident took place on Wednesday night.

Arun Kumar Dey, youngest son of Madhusudan Dey and current operator of Madhur Canteen, said: "I was busy inside the canteen. At around 7.45 p.m., one of my staff suddenly noticed the partial damage of the sculpture and told me about it.

"I immediately informed the matter to Dhaka University proctor and officer-in-charge of Shahbagh Police Station. They visited the spot and took measure to repair it."

The left ear of the sculpture, placed in front of the iconic cafeteria named after him on the Du campus, was found broken and it was repaired at midnight.

Madhusudan Dey, who was fondly called as 'Madhu da', was far more than a mere cafeteria operator.

Dhaka, Dec 5 (Ians) Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday called on the Border Guards Bangladesh (Bgb) to act always in service and out of love for the country and its people.

She made the call while attending the closing out parade of the Bgb's 95th batch via video conference from her official residence Ganabhaban here, reports bdnews24.

"I will say this, we have to fulfil our responsibilities with the attitude to serve the country and the nation," she said.

"You must love the country and its people. You must work for people. Remember, the better this country is economically, the better off your families will be," the Prime Minister was quoted as saying.

Hasina, also the Awami League supremo, recalled the speech delivered by her father Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on December 5, 1974 while participating in the concluding parade of the border security force's third batch of recruits.

In that speech,...

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and actress Katrina Kaif met Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Salman on Sunday night took to Twitter, where he shared a photograph of himself posing with Hasina, whom he described as a beautiful lady and Katrina.

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"Katrina and I, with the Honourable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. It was a pleasure and honour to have met such a beautiful lady," he captioned the image.

The two Bollywood actors were reportedly in Bangladesh to perform at the inauguration ceremony of Bangladesh Premier League (Bbpl).

On the acting front, Salman is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film "Dabangg 3", where he will be reprising the role of Chulbul Pandey.

Katrina, on the other hand, is currently busy shooting for her next "Sooryavanshi", which also stars Akshay Kumar. The film is directed by Rohit Shetty.

Indian cricket icon Mahendra Singh Dhoni will be producing an anthology telling stories of decorated army officers.

Studionext in collaboration with Dhoni, who is a Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Parachute Regiment of the Territorial Army, will bring forward the unique anthology of episodic stories.

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"The show will narrate stories of the brave Param Vir Chakra and Ashoka Chakra awardees. With compelling stories and intriguing content on board, the show is slated for a 2020 release," said a source.

According to a report, the TV series will tell personal stories of military officers as Dhoni wants to bring the journey of people serving the country into the limelight through his show.

At present, the show is being scripted, and the team is sorting out the formalities to get the shooting started.

Dhoni took a sabbatical after India...