Hawa
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon joins film festival jury in Kolkata
The “Hawa” director was offered the position of a jury member in the 5th edition of the Celluloid International Film Festival. The three-day long event kicks-off today and will continue until May 15, in Kolkata.
Composer of 'Hawa' song finally found, director to meet him
After almost a year of "Hawa's" release, the composer and lyricist of the song "Aat ta Baje Deri Korish Na" has been found through Indian media.
‘Hawa’, ‘Damal’, ‘Beauty Circus’ release on iScreen
After winning the hearts of the audience in theaters, three hit films of last year, “Hawa”, “Damal” and “Beauty Circus” were released on the OTT platform, iScreen yesterday.
‘Hawa’ and ‘Poran’ comes back to Cineplex tomorrow
"Hawa" and "Poran" are all set to celebrate the International Mother Language Day with fans tomorrow, at Star Cineplex.
Without my father, this house feels empty: Chanchal
Over the last couple of days, renowned actor Chanchal Chowdhury has been staying in his hometown of Kamarhat.
‘Hawa’ greets fans in four Indian states
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon directorial film "Hawa" greeted fans in multiple states of India, including Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra yesterday, under the banner of Reliance Entertainment.
2022 Roundup: A year of revival for our film industry
The Bangladeshi film industry is witnessing a new wave of resurgence and popularity as a handful of cinemas were houseful this year. A total of 50 films have released in 2022.
‘I spoke to Amitabh Bachchan in Bangla’
Chanchal Chowdhury made the country proud when he represented Bangladesh in the Kolkata International Film Festival, sharing the stage with superstars like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Shatrugan Sinha. The Daily Star talked to Chanchal over the phone on his achievement.
‘Hawa releasing in Kolkata on Victory Day feels surreal’
After creating waves in the country, “Hawa” is all set to release in Kolkata tomorrow. On the occasion of the release, Chanchal Chowdhury flew to Kolkata today to attend the premiere show. The film director, Mejbaur Rahman Sumon, and actress Nazifa Tushi reached Kolkata a few days ago.
100 days in theatres – ‘Hawa’ cast celebrates century
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon's "Hawa'' has stormed into the hearts of people, with its exhilarating cinematography and believable cast. The movie recently created a standstill at Nandan, where Kolkata audiences pulled up in crowds to watch the movie at 4th Bangladesh Film Festival.
Bangladesh nominates 'Hawa' for Oscars
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon directorial film "Hawa" has been selected for nomination into the 'Best International Feature Film' category of the 95th Academy Awards, by the Oscar Committee Bangladesh.
I never played such a role before and I won’t do it again: Ferdous
Mahmud Didar's much-awaited film, "Beauty Circus”, has brought together two of the silver screen’s most renowned artistes—Jaya Ahsan and Ferdous. The movie highlights the lost culture of the circus and showcases the life of people who work in circuses.
Why ‘Hawa’ reminded me of Coleridge’s ‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariner’
The song “Shada Shada Kala Kala” seems almost like a visual rendition of “the merry minstrelsy” that breaks out in front of the bride as red as a rose.
What to read if you liked watching ‘Hawa’
The film is a deep dive into Bangladesh’s rivers and the fishermen who hold up the country’s underbelly, along with the revelry, the mythologies that run across the folk culture of majhis and Bede communities.
The film industry’s unforeseen revival
Recently, the trailer for Raihan Rafi’s “Damal” was released, much to the delight of cinema-goers who have been enjoying a steady stream of quality projects.
Director of 'Hawa' sued by Wildlife Crime Control Unit
Previously, on August 11, a four-member team from the Wildlife Crime Control Unit went to watch "Hawa" at the Bashundhara City branch of Star Cineplex in Dhaka. After watching the film, the representatives had stated that the Wildlife Conservation and Security Act of 2012 was violated due to the scene featuring a captivated shalik.
Hawa: The wind that will take us a long way
"Hawa", the first film by director Mesbaur Rahman Sumon, has breathed new life to Bangla cinema. The film has been widely praised by the audience.
Hawa sari, t-shirts and merchandise: secret behind the fascination
If you are thinking that Hawa, the Chanchal Chowdhury and Nazifa Tushi starrer is simply facing the first few days of success, that is usual of any good movie, then you are simply clueless. The movie written and directed by Mejbaur Rahman Sumon is facing an implausible triumph, one that is only synonymous with blockbuster hits. Fans had gone wild even before the movie was released. They were wearing the Hawa sari, and Hawa T-shirts, carrying the Hawa merchandise and even humming to the famous ‘Shada-Kala’ tune while boarding a rickshaw. It’s as if the film had created a cult following, who were hung up on setting the records straight for once: that Bangladeshi movies could generate a buzz similar to any of their global counterpart.
‘Hawa’ breaks Madhumita Cinema Hall record
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon's directorial debut "Hawa" is breaking records all across the country. The power of “Hawa” was also felt in some of Dhaka’s most iconic theatres such as Madhumita Cinema Hall—where, for the first time ever, the three opening shows of the movie were houseful.
