In a fresh move to promote emerging filmmakers, OTT platform Chorki has launched a brand-new initiative, showcasing five short films by five young directors.

Chorki, known for championing diverse storytelling, developed this platform to give short films broader exposure beyond festivals and niche audiences. As Chorki CEO Redoan Rony put it, "Young filmmakers usually end up screening their short films only at festivals or for a specific crowd. After that, these films almost disappear from public view. We wanted to change that."

Under this project, Chorki has selected five distinctive short films, focusing on fresh narratives and unique cinematic styles. Teasers of the films have already dropped online, drawing praise from viewers in the comment sections.

Here's what's streaming:

"Akashey", directed by Ahsan Saron, is a drama-comedy about a young man named Nuruddin who dreams of flying. 

Sharing his excitement, Saron said, "Having my film released on Chorki is the happiest news for me right now. I truly appreciate Chorki's initiative. It will inspire many young filmmakers like myself to dream bigger."

"Subrata Sengupta", directed by Abir Ferdous Mukhar, is adapted from a screenplay by the late Tareque Masud, a revered name in Bangladeshi cinema. Set in the late '90s, the film unpacks how family, society, love, religion, and politics shape the life of Subrata Sengupta.

Mukhar shared, "I had the privilege of working briefly at the Tareque Masud Memorial Trust, where I first came across this script. With Catherine Masud's permission, we developed it further, adding our own interpretations while preserving the original essence."

"The Sky Gets Gloomy at Night", directed by Mahmudul Hasan Adnan, has finally seen the light of day after almost three years in the making. 

"It's a huge moment for me to have 'The Sky Gets Gloomy at Night' reach audiences through Chorki. I hope this release propels me towards my next project," stated an excited Adnan.

"Itibritto Kingba Bastabatar Punorarambho", directed by Mahmud Hasan, tells the story of Biva, whose personal, family, and social life is upended by betrayal and unexpected mistakes. As Biva struggles to start over, the film explores resilience and the human spirit. 

"Handing over my first creation to Chorki feels reassuring — like entrusting my child to a safe home," Mahmud Hasan expressed.

"Shobder Bhetor Ghor", by Fuaduzzaman Fuad, centres on a moving story about friendship, dreams, and the harsh clash with reality. The film draws inspiration from Bangladesh's coastal regions, where the sea can be both a saviour and a destroyer. 

Fuad shared, "The very sea that gives us life can also take it away. With 'Shobder Bhetor Ghor' streaming now on Chorki, I feel Chorki is paving a new path for short films in Bangladesh."