This Eid holds particular significance for Ferdous Ahmed as it marks his first celebration after assuming office as a member of parliament (MP).
The director of the film Chhatku Ahmed often brings various social issues to light through his films. With entertainment, his films carry a touch of realism and relevance to different challenging social situations.
In continuation of their tradition of honouring esteemed female theatre personalities every International Women’s Day, the Swapnadal theatre troupe arranges this award ceremony on March 8 every year.
In a momentous occasion set to mark a significant milestone in the world of Bengali cinema, the inaugural Suchitra Sen International Bengali Film Festival is set to grace the bustling streets of New York City. With anticipation brewing and excitement mounting, Bengali cinema aficionados worldwide eagerly await the grand debut of this cinematic extravaganza.
Having won the National Film Award four times, Ferdous, as an actor, what roles does he plan to take on next? He answers, "I will look for the central roles only from now on, and I will be careful about choosing roles so that it doesn’t bring any negative outlook in my political career.”
In a surprising turn of events during the 12th National Parliament election, a number of renowned artistes from Bangladesh's vibrant showbiz industry tried their luck in the political arena. The notable figures included veteran actor Asaduzzaman Noor, popular actor Ferdous Ahmed, actress Mahiya Mahi, and singers Momtaz Begum, and Doly Shaontoni. Out of these, Asaduzzaman Noor and Ferdous Ahmed emerged victorious, securing their places in the parliament.
Bappy announced his wish to follow his senior colleagues and contemporaries such as Ferdous Ahmed and Mahiya Mahi.
Ferdous Ahmed, actor and Awami League candidate for Dhaka-10, cast his vote in the 12th parliamentary election this morning
While every alleyway, street and locality has been adorned with posters, the most impressive promotion of this election is perhaps the innovative and catchy songs that are being played at political stalls, through mikes, moving vans and rickshaws.
Ferdous Ahmed has mesmerised us with his captivating performance on the silver screen. From Hotath Brishti to Beauty Circus, he has consistently delighted us with his charismatic smile. Now, the seasoned actor is poised to transition from the cinematic realm to the political arena, as he will be contesting for the Dhaka-10 seat for the first time in the upcoming 12th National Parliament Election.
As the clock ticks away, marking a quarter-century since the release of the enchanting romantic film "Hothat Brishti" (Sudden Rain), directed by the legendary Basu Chatterjee and produced through a collaborative effort between Bangladesh and India, a special event unfolded under the vibrant banner of Channel i on Saturday. The celebration featured melodic tunes, engaging discussions, and heartfelt reflections, encapsulating the spirit of this beloved cinematic creation.
Numerous artists came together to form a human chain, urging an end to the ongoing strikes and blockades in the country. On a Saturday afternoon, in front of the National Museum in Shahbagh, they created a united front under the banner 'Society of Artists Against Destruction.' The human chain comprised of actors, actresses, heroes, singers, and various other personalities from the showbiz industry who actively participated in this initiative.
The award giving ceremony will be graced by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and he is going to perform at a cultural programme following the event.
The movie, financed by the Bangladesh government, is built around the premise of commemorating Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s March 7 speech and was released on August 11.
Like clockwork the names of the recipients of the National Film Awards 2022, this year, were recently announced. The awards will be handed out to the winners by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on November 14 at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center.
More often than not, Moushumi is the actress who has been referred to as the most beautiful film heroine. Her ascension to stardom began with “Keyamot Theke Keyamot”, and she hasn’t had to look back since. Her ability to win over the hearts of millions – as she proceeded to move forward in her career – earned Moushumi the coveted position of being a leading heroine.
Ferdous Ahmed's upcoming film, "Juddho Jibon", also centers around the Liberation War just like his last film, "1971 Shei Shob Din".
Arifin Shuvoo responded to a question about how well he portrayed the role of Bangabandhu by saying, "I'm not the one who should judge that; the audience will. What I can say is that the film's director, Shyam Benegal, is quite satisfied with my performance. Additionally, Bangabandhu's family has seen the film and expressed their satisfaction. They have acknowledged the effort and hard work we put into it."
Leading the pack amongst Bangladeshi stars is Jaya Ahsan, who has been a consistent presence in Kolkata's Bengali cinema for over a decade. Not only has she won the hearts of Kolkata's audience, but she has also received numerous awards and accolades.