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Evolving entertainment: A chat with Rafi Hossain

Rafi Hossain, a celebrated figure in Bangladeshi entertainment journalism and theatre, has spent decades witnessing the dynamic rise and fall of stars across television, film, and digital platforms. Former editor of Showbiz and a cultural activist from his early days with Dhaka Little Theatre, Hossain offers a sharp, insightful perspective on how the industry has transformed, its challenges, and the cultural forces shaping it.

20h ago

Art Fair 2024: Celebrating 14 years of Jolerdhara Fine Arts

On Friday, October 4, the inaugural ceremony will feature guests including artists Hamiduzzaman Khan, Biren Shome, Ranjit Das, and Jamal Ahmed. The exhibition titled Chitromela 2024 at Illusions Gallery will be open daily from 12 PM to 11 PM. It will run until Saturday, October 12, 2024. The inauguration will take place on October 4th, Friday, at 5 pm.

7m ago

Muktoshor observes World Peace Day in four different countries

The production was planned and coordinated by Zeenat Jahan. The background music was composed by Riaz Roni and Kazi Rajesh. It was produced by Zeenat Jahan, with Riaz Roni as the executive producer.

8m ago

BTV to air ‘Ferari Shukh’

A new drama series titled “Ferari Shukh” has begun airing on Bangladesh Television (BTV) starting September 17. Written and directed by Fazlul Haque Akash and produced by Yasmin Akhtar, the show will be broadcast every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday at 9:30pm.

8m ago

Kamal Ahmed receives ‘The International Creative Arts Award 2023’

Singer Kamal Ahmed was honoured with "The International Creative Arts Award 2023" by the ICALDRC Linguistics Unit at Dhaka University.

1y ago

A look into Urmi’s world of abstract art

Fatema Jasmine Urmi, a passionate artist, thrives to prove her mantle into the world of abstract universe with her surreal artworks. Her passion for painting was reflected through her works, which highlight the intricate harmony between nature and humans.

1y ago

Insights from a four-decade career in journalism

Rafi Hossain is now poised to represent Bangladesh at the World Cultural Festival in Washington DC. This three-day long festival, scheduled from September 29 to October 1, will bring together musicians, artists, and actors from across the globe under the theme 'One World Family’.

1y ago

Getting to know Indranil Banerjee

Banerjee’s works have transcended borders through his international awards and expanding audiences across many countries. “I have been very close to Bangladesh, as my first short film received recognition in Rangpur. It was an honour receiving an award for my work from the eminent director Morshedul Islam,” he recalled.

1y ago

Evolving entertainment: A chat with Rafi Hossain

Rafi Hossain, a celebrated figure in Bangladeshi entertainment journalism and theatre, has spent decades witnessing the dynamic rise and fall of stars across television, film, and digital platforms. Former editor of Showbiz and a cultural activist from his early days with Dhaka Little Theatre, Hossain offers a sharp, insightful perspective on how the industry has transformed, its challenges, and the cultural forces shaping it.

20h ago

Art Fair 2024: Celebrating 14 years of Jolerdhara Fine Arts

On Friday, October 4, the inaugural ceremony will feature guests including artists Hamiduzzaman Khan, Biren Shome, Ranjit Das, and Jamal Ahmed. The exhibition titled Chitromela 2024 at Illusions Gallery will be open daily from 12 PM to 11 PM. It will run until Saturday, October 12, 2024. The inauguration will take place on October 4th, Friday, at 5 pm.

7m ago

Muktoshor observes World Peace Day in four different countries

The production was planned and coordinated by Zeenat Jahan. The background music was composed by Riaz Roni and Kazi Rajesh. It was produced by Zeenat Jahan, with Riaz Roni as the executive producer.

8m ago

BTV to air ‘Ferari Shukh’

A new drama series titled “Ferari Shukh” has begun airing on Bangladesh Television (BTV) starting September 17. Written and directed by Fazlul Haque Akash and produced by Yasmin Akhtar, the show will be broadcast every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday at 9:30pm.

8m ago

Kamal Ahmed receives ‘The International Creative Arts Award 2023’

Singer Kamal Ahmed was honoured with "The International Creative Arts Award 2023" by the ICALDRC Linguistics Unit at Dhaka University.

1y ago

A look into Urmi’s world of abstract art

Fatema Jasmine Urmi, a passionate artist, thrives to prove her mantle into the world of abstract universe with her surreal artworks. Her passion for painting was reflected through her works, which highlight the intricate harmony between nature and humans.

1y ago

Insights from a four-decade career in journalism

Rafi Hossain is now poised to represent Bangladesh at the World Cultural Festival in Washington DC. This three-day long festival, scheduled from September 29 to October 1, will bring together musicians, artists, and actors from across the globe under the theme 'One World Family’.

1y ago

Getting to know Indranil Banerjee

Banerjee’s works have transcended borders through his international awards and expanding audiences across many countries. “I have been very close to Bangladesh, as my first short film received recognition in Rangpur. It was an honour receiving an award for my work from the eminent director Morshedul Islam,” he recalled.

1y ago

9-month long film festival concluded today

The 266 days long celebration kicked off initially at the district Shilpakala Academy on November 4, 2022.

1y ago

Music video for Shermili Chatterjee’s cover song out on YouTube

The cover version has been re-arranged by AH Turjo, he is also responsible for directing the music video of the song. The video casts Shermili Chatterjee alongside Shyamal Mukherjee. The song has been released under the label of APS Entertainment BD. It has been produced by MD Helaluddin Hye.

1y ago