Artist Ashfika Rahman’s visual and conscious approach to a more inclusive feminism with I BELONG
Ashfika Rahman is a contemporary visual artist based in Dhaka whose artistic endevours dabble on art and documentary with the use of photography as a medium to express her views on complex systematic social issues. She explores such an important issue with her work for the exhibition on young feminism titled ‘I Belong’.
Nazrul Utsav 2022 to commemorate the National Poet’s legacy
A press conference for ‘Nazrul Utsav 2022’, a two-day festival to commemorate the work of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, was held yesterday at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) premises at Shegunbagicha.
Theatre from Home?
With an objective to redefine the live theatre experience, prominent troupe Spardha has been staging their third production, “Bismaykar Sabkicchu”, at people’s living rooms around the city.
A local melting pot of emerging artistes
Jongshon is a collaborative platform that hosts shows, bringing together different local artists, rising musicians, and interesting business ventures with an aim to promote their talents.
5 things to consider before choosing your university major
Choosing a university major can be daunting, especially when you are surrounded by unsolicited advice on what you should study, the peer pressure of applying to a popular programme, and the uncertainty around your own choices.
Nazia Andaleeb Preema’s ‘The MIS-TRACE’ opens at the Dhaka Gallery
The MIS-TRACE, a conceptual art exhibition by the prominent visual artist Nazia Andaleeb Preema, went underway yesterday at the Dhaka Gallery located at Gulshan.
‘A Better Tomorrow’ turns the spotlight on climate change
The COP26 Climate Change photography exhibition, “A Better Tomorrow”, was inaugurated on November 5 at Drik Gallery in Panthapath, showcasing a collection of 30 photographs, surrounding the various themes of climate change.
5 reasons why you cannot miss ‘House of Gucci’
The upcoming American movie, “House of Gucci'' has been creating Oscar buzz since its first trailer dropped in July, with Lady Gaga and Adam Driver playing the lead roles. Directed by Sir Ridley Scott, it unpacks the dark tale behind the glory of the illustrious fashion empire, Gucci, eclipsing around the murder of Maurizio Gucci orchestrated by his ex-wife, Patrizia Reggiani in 1995, following their doomed marriage on the grounds of intense power struggles.
April 2, 2022
Artist Ashfika Rahman’s visual and conscious approach to a more inclusive feminism with I BELONG
Ashfika Rahman is a contemporary visual artist based in Dhaka whose artistic endevours dabble on art and documentary with the use of photography as a medium to express her views on complex systematic social issues. She explores such an important issue with her work for the exhibition on young feminism titled ‘I Belong’.
March 4, 2022
Nazrul Utsav 2022 to commemorate the National Poet’s legacy
A press conference for ‘Nazrul Utsav 2022’, a two-day festival to commemorate the work of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, was held yesterday at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) premises at Shegunbagicha.
February 17, 2022
Theatre from Home?
With an objective to redefine the live theatre experience, prominent troupe Spardha has been staging their third production, “Bismaykar Sabkicchu”, at people’s living rooms around the city.
January 18, 2022
A local melting pot of emerging artistes
Jongshon is a collaborative platform that hosts shows, bringing together different local artists, rising musicians, and interesting business ventures with an aim to promote their talents.
December 3, 2021
5 things to consider before choosing your university major
Choosing a university major can be daunting, especially when you are surrounded by unsolicited advice on what you should study, the peer pressure of applying to a popular programme, and the uncertainty around your own choices.
November 20, 2021
Nazia Andaleeb Preema’s ‘The MIS-TRACE’ opens at the Dhaka Gallery
The MIS-TRACE, a conceptual art exhibition by the prominent visual artist Nazia Andaleeb Preema, went underway yesterday at the Dhaka Gallery located at Gulshan.
November 10, 2021
‘A Better Tomorrow’ turns the spotlight on climate change
The COP26 Climate Change photography exhibition, “A Better Tomorrow”, was inaugurated on November 5 at Drik Gallery in Panthapath, showcasing a collection of 30 photographs, surrounding the various themes of climate change.
November 5, 2021
5 reasons why you cannot miss ‘House of Gucci’
The upcoming American movie, “House of Gucci'' has been creating Oscar buzz since its first trailer dropped in July, with Lady Gaga and Adam Driver playing the lead roles. Directed by Sir Ridley Scott, it unpacks the dark tale behind the glory of the illustrious fashion empire, Gucci, eclipsing around the murder of Maurizio Gucci orchestrated by his ex-wife, Patrizia Reggiani in 1995, following their doomed marriage on the grounds of intense power struggles.
October 9, 2021
Translating Sultan through medium and philosophy
Dinar Sultana Putul is a contemporary artist based in Bangladesh whose art practices focus on the quasi-scientific research and documentation of organic mediums and materials that explore various themes surrounding the nature.
September 24, 2021
A peek into Kiriti Saha’s introspective art
Kiriti Shaha is a contemporary artist who expresses himself through multidisciplinary work. He completed his Bachelor’s in Painting from the Fine Arts Department of Chittagong University, and is now pursuing his Master’s, while experimenting with new mediums of art. He exhibited his work at the 22nd Young Artists Art Exhibition, Chobi Mela Shunno, Miniature Art Exhibition, as well as Talpatachitra and Pata Chitra Exhibition, among other events. He also participated in the Shannidhya Artist Residency programme at Kala Kendra in 2021. Following his recent exhibition titled, “Mapping Ideas” at EMK Center, he talks about his journey into the art world in a conversation with The Daily Star.
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