Contributing writer for Arts & Entertainment and Star Youth.
Most of us grew up watching his romantic comedies, shot in luxurious sets with star-studded casts. Over time, his stories adapted a rather progressive approach, offering fresh perspectives to enjoy.
The event, themed ‘Memory,’ took place on Sunday, May 21 at Dhanmondi’s DrikPath Bhaban, supported by Goethe-Institut Bangladesh and HerStory Foundation
Laila Sharmeen’s 12th solo painting exhibition, “Golden Bengal,” has begun at the La Galerie of Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD). The exhibition’s opening ceremony took place on Saturday, May 20, and was graced by the presence of Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury MP, Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament as the chief guest.
Laila Sharmeen’s 12th solo art exhibition, “Golden Bengal” will kick-off at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka tomorrow, May 20.
The famous business journal Forbes annually lists notable global movers and shakers under the age of thirty. This year, seven Bangladeshis made the list of 'Forbes 30 Under 30' Asia Class of 2023.
The Rani Mukerji starrer, “Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway” is a heart wrenching tale of an Indian immigrant who struggles for the custody of her own children, when they are placed in foster care by Norwegian childcare services.
Mother’s Day is a worldwide celebration of mothers and motherly figures. This occasion honours a mother’s love, care, and endless sacrifices for her children and family.
As the story progresses, however, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep track of everything that has been going on.
It is important to set unconventional examples at the time that they are written; Tagore’s work did this.
Rabindranath Tagore’s works continue to amaze literary enthusiasts even today and the Nobel laureate has been a major source of inspiration for several filmmakers, who have developed their own unique touch by traversing his works. On his birth anniversary, we look back at four such adaptations that make Tagore’s works truly immortal.
eBLAZE, an local eSports club from the EMK Center, recently won top places at the Minecraft-based educational competition, the NASEF Farmcraft Tournament 2023.
Here are four books that explore the stories of journalists, and the issues surrounding press freedom.
In order to understand the background of the labour movements in South Asia or the plight of workers, here are some books to add to your reading list.
Globally, May 1 is observed as Labour Day to honour the lives of workers, who are the foundation of development. To commemorate this important day, here is a collection of movies and shows with noteworthy characters who portray the many challenges faced by the working class.
Founded in 2018, Youth Policy Forum (YPF), an online platform for young Bangladeshis to engage in nation-building and state-crafting, recently completed five years of policy discourse.
For a large number of practicing Muslims, completing the Quran during Ramadan is an annual goal.
Six students from DPS STS School Dhaka secured first place at the NASA Space Settlement Contest 2023.
With these tips, you can make the most of this holy month and keep yourself physically fit for Taraweeh.
Sehri Tales has established itself as a Ramadan tradition for writers in Bangladesh. The rules are simple: each night at midnight, for the entire month leading up to Eid-ul-Fitr, Ahmad shares a prompt, and participants have until 6 AM (sunrise) to write original poetry, flash fiction, or create unique art, and then share it online with the hashtag #sehritales2023.
These women display extensive strength, determination and valour, acting as the pillars of their families and masters of their own fate.
Female characters in Bollywood have largely been portrayed from a male perspective due to the imbalance between the number of men and women involved in the creative process. Gender bias spanned over decades, and it took more than fifty years to bring equality in terms of gender representation on the big screen.
On the third day of the event, two documentaries were showcased. The first featured the infamous Belonia Battle, and Pakistan’s first and only surrender to the freedom fighters. It emphasised how the battle is closely intertwined with Bangladesh’s military history and has a special significance in the turn of events that led to our independence.
Gyantapas Abdur Razzaq Foundation revisits the spirit of liberation in March.
The festival included four exhibitions, namely Made in Bangladesh by Prachyanat, Voices of Bangladesh by iCan Foundation, Moheshkhali Exhibition by University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh and Hum Studio Interactive, and Auyoni: Beyond Sexuality by Ayreen Khan which were displayed at Gallery 1 of the BSA.
As a pioneer, the publishing house has ensured that the quality of their books is unparalleled; I was amazed by the colourful animations at this year’s Boi Mela.
Be it the use of vibrant shades, taking inspiration from rickshaw art, or relying on the simplicity of monotone, the stalls this year feature a variety of artistic styles and innovative concepts.
The landmark event not only united the nation to speak up against oppression but paved a new direction for what ultimately led to our independence.
There have been many prominent changes, but it does not come without growing concerns over the quality of books presented at the Boi Mela.
These books have made me fall for the idea of love, and believe in it.
‘BookTok’, is a hashtag on TikTok, that connects avid readers across the world who interact with each other, discover new books and share their own ideas on what they read.
With Valentine’s day falling at the same time as Boi Mela, what could be a better gift than books?
The event kicked-off with the Embassy’s Cultural Attache, Sharlina Hussain-Morgan delivering the opening remarks.
The scenography for the project was made by Paris-based multinational architecture, art, and design group Golem. It has been created with the support of Harper Collins India. The installation invites visitors to enter a forest of enormous pages where scenes from the book stand as tall as trees.
Animation, games and performances your children shouldn't miss on the last day of DAS 2023 today
Visiting the DAS on its fifth day, I had a wonderful experience of watching this performance live. While walking through the gallery, I was fascinated by the thunder noises and the soft sound of raindrops hitting the ground. It took me a while to find the pavilion, and by then there was a small group of visitors circling the performance.
The Slavic fairy tales and Soviet stories formed a significant part of the childhood memories of people who grew up in the subcontinent from the 1960s to the mid 1980s.
“We wanted to share the story in our native language, just the way we heard it from our elders", said Kanak Chanpa Chakma.
"Learning from Puran Dhaka: The Urbanity of Occupations along the Buriganga Riverfront", a living exhibition and open workshop, was inaugurated on Saturday at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka.
"We want to use this space as a medium to connect our readers with products that accompany their habit of reading."
The live-action rock series follows the rise of a rock band through the 1970s Los Angeles music scene as they embark on a quest for worldwide fame.
Here, Rapunzel, Hercules, Bon Bibi, and King Solomon might be having a gala time over tea, or fighting their own battles.
Jawad Araf Khan, a business student at North South University (NSU), has recently been crowned as the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” at the Global Platform Icons of Asia Awards 2022. He won this recognition beating 1500 other nominations from across 40 Asian countries.
In full flow with the beat and the rhythm.
Be it due to his dancing prowess, or exceptionally well-crafted action sequences, Hrithik Roshan has been reigning over the Bollywood industry for quite the right reasons. To celebrate his birthday today, we look back at five of his most memorable performances on screen.
Babuibela’s third edition was launched on the first day of DLF. The Babuibela (Mayurpankhi, 2020) series, written and illustrated by artist Reesham Shahab Tirtho, are picture books showing new parents’ journeys with their little ones. The book launch was also accompanied by a discussion between illustrator Tirtho and musician, artist and author Shibu Kumer Shill.
The first day saw a relaxed yet diverse range of topics covered in the sessions, from South Asian and world history to women’s rights, publishing, Bangla literature and film, and the legacy of BRAC founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed.
Muktijuddher Chikishsha Itihas captures the stories and struggles of medical professionals during the Liberation War.
This fair is organised annually with a goal of raising awareness about books related to business, economy and real-world phenomena. The organisers believe there has been a growing popularity of these books, and initiatives like this can go a long way in promoting readership.
Most of us grew up watching his romantic comedies, shot in luxurious sets with star-studded casts. Over time, his stories adapted a rather progressive approach, offering fresh perspectives to enjoy.
The event, themed ‘Memory,’ took place on Sunday, May 21 at Dhanmondi’s DrikPath Bhaban, supported by Goethe-Institut Bangladesh and HerStory Foundation
Laila Sharmeen’s 12th solo painting exhibition, “Golden Bengal,” has begun at the La Galerie of Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD). The exhibition’s opening ceremony took place on Saturday, May 20, and was graced by the presence of Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury MP, Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament as the chief guest.
Laila Sharmeen’s 12th solo art exhibition, “Golden Bengal” will kick-off at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka tomorrow, May 20.
The famous business journal Forbes annually lists notable global movers and shakers under the age of thirty. This year, seven Bangladeshis made the list of 'Forbes 30 Under 30' Asia Class of 2023.
The Rani Mukerji starrer, “Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway” is a heart wrenching tale of an Indian immigrant who struggles for the custody of her own children, when they are placed in foster care by Norwegian childcare services.
Mother’s Day is a worldwide celebration of mothers and motherly figures. This occasion honours a mother’s love, care, and endless sacrifices for her children and family.
As the story progresses, however, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep track of everything that has been going on.
It is important to set unconventional examples at the time that they are written; Tagore’s work did this.
Rabindranath Tagore’s works continue to amaze literary enthusiasts even today and the Nobel laureate has been a major source of inspiration for several filmmakers, who have developed their own unique touch by traversing his works. On his birth anniversary, we look back at four such adaptations that make Tagore’s works truly immortal.