Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Farooki undergoes successful appendix surgery

Cultural adviser and filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki fell ill on Saturday evening while attending an official programme in Cox’s Bazar.

Cultural adviser now under medical supervision, remains out of danger

Filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is undergoing treatment at a hospital in Dhaka after falling sick during an official visit to Cox’s Bazar. His wife, actress Nusrat Imrose Tisha, confirmed the development on social media yesterday, saying he had become ill while attending a ministry workshop. Doctors later stated that he had fallen sick due to excessive work pressure but is now out of danger. “Please keep him in your prayers,” she wrote.

11 individuals will travel to China to learn drone operations

To help Bangladeshi youth learn the art of drone programming from China, a specialised training programme has been launched as a joint initiative between the Chinese Embassy and Bangladesh’s Ministry of Cultural Affairs. As part of this programme, 11 individuals have been selected to travel to China — nine as trainees, one as team leader, and one official.

Efforts underway to share the tale of July Uprising: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said that efforts are underway to widely disseminate the tragic and powerful story of the July 2024 mass uprising to the public through collective and narrative-driven projects.

Drone show and cultural programme held at Central Shaheed Minar to mark July Uprising

To commemorate the historic July Uprising, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a month-long series of programmes aimed at reviving the spirit of the movement. As part of the initiative, a special event was held yesterday (July 14) at the Central Shaheed Minar, featuring a cultural programme and a musical drone show.

Shilpakala Academy to host ‘Ananda Utsab’ this Eid

Marking the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host “Ananda Utsab” at the Nandan Mancha of the academy. Supported by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the programme will take place on Friday, 6 June, at 7pm.

Farooki reflects on an uplifting day in Cumilla honouring Nazrul

Acclaimed filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki today shared a heartfelt note on Facebook following a vibrant cultural event in Cumilla, describing it as "a day filled with positive energy, insightful discussions, and uplifting words."

Bengal Symphony to represent Bangladesh at Osaka Expo 2025

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025

Case against Iresh 'deeply troubling, deeply disturbing': Farooki

A murder case was filed against Iresh and 407 others, including ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina

August 17, 2025
August 17, 2025

Farooki undergoes successful appendix surgery

Cultural adviser and filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki fell ill on Saturday evening while attending an official programme in Cox’s Bazar.

August 17, 2025
August 17, 2025

Cultural adviser now under medical supervision, remains out of danger

Filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is undergoing treatment at a hospital in Dhaka after falling sick during an official visit to Cox’s Bazar. His wife, actress Nusrat Imrose Tisha, confirmed the development on social media yesterday, saying he had become ill while attending a ministry workshop. Doctors later stated that he had fallen sick due to excessive work pressure but is now out of danger. “Please keep him in your prayers,” she wrote.

August 13, 2025
August 13, 2025

11 individuals will travel to China to learn drone operations

To help Bangladeshi youth learn the art of drone programming from China, a specialised training programme has been launched as a joint initiative between the Chinese Embassy and Bangladesh’s Ministry of Cultural Affairs. As part of this programme, 11 individuals have been selected to travel to China — nine as trainees, one as team leader, and one official.

July 27, 2025
July 27, 2025

Efforts underway to share the tale of July Uprising: Mostofa Sarwar Farooki

Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said that efforts are underway to widely disseminate the tragic and powerful story of the July 2024 mass uprising to the public through collective and narrative-driven projects.

July 15, 2025
July 15, 2025

Drone show and cultural programme held at Central Shaheed Minar to mark July Uprising

To commemorate the historic July Uprising, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a month-long series of programmes aimed at reviving the spirit of the movement. As part of the initiative, a special event was held yesterday (July 14) at the Central Shaheed Minar, featuring a cultural programme and a musical drone show.

June 5, 2025
June 5, 2025

Shilpakala Academy to host ‘Ananda Utsab’ this Eid

Marking the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host “Ananda Utsab” at the Nandan Mancha of the academy. Supported by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the programme will take place on Friday, 6 June, at 7pm.

May 25, 2025
May 25, 2025

Farooki reflects on an uplifting day in Cumilla honouring Nazrul

Acclaimed filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki today shared a heartfelt note on Facebook following a vibrant cultural event in Cumilla, describing it as "a day filled with positive energy, insightful discussions, and uplifting words."

May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025

Bengal Symphony to represent Bangladesh at Osaka Expo 2025

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025

April 28, 2025
April 28, 2025

Case against Iresh 'deeply troubling, deeply disturbing': Farooki

A murder case was filed against Iresh and 407 others, including ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina

April 14, 2025
April 14, 2025

Anondo Shobhajatra not politically motivated: Farooki

Cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said this year’s Anondo Shobhajatra was not politically motivated.