Jibanananda Das

Theatre Factory to honour Jibanananda Das’ life story on stage

Theatre Factory is set to debut its latest production, “Komola Rong er Bodh”, a theatrical homage to the life and works of renowned Bengali poet Jibanananda Das. The play, written and directed by Alok Basu, will premiere on May 9 at the Mohila Samity stage in Dhaka, with additional performances scheduled for May 10 and 11.​

Legacy of Jibanananda Das celebrated in Barishal on 126th birth anniversary

This year, Barishal—Jibanananda’s birthplace—commemorated the poet’s 126th birth anniversary with a series of events that highlighted his enduring impact on both literary and artistic communities.

Theatre Factory to stage ‘Komola Rong er Bodh’ in honour of Jibanananda Das

On the 126th birth anniversary of Jibanananda Das, one of Bengali Literature’s most revered figures, theatre group Theatre Factory is set to stage their latest production, “Komola Rong er Bodh”. Written and directed by Alok Basu, the play draws inspiration from the poet’s life and literary contributions.

The timeless allure of Jibanananda Das on screen

Known by various titles—“The Poet of Love” and “Poet of Ruposhi Bangla”—Jibanananda's metaphysical and magically realist verses have enchanted countless readers and audiences. His influence spills over from literature into cinema, inspiring iconic works from the 90s rock band Moheener Ghoraguli to films like Sayantan Mukherjee’s “Jhora Palok” and Robiul Alam Robi’s “Moribar Holo Taar Shwaad.”

A thoughtful gift from co-star overwhelms Tariq Anam Khan

In the entertainment industry, celebrities often exchange expensive gifts, which are usually commonplace for them. However, this time, a gift truly worthy of being seared into memory was given—a book to a colleague amidst the otherwise glitzy crowd.

POETRY / Of nineteen thirty-four

The motor car is always a thing of darkness, In the sun and lighted roads of day And in the luminous gas at night though 

Tapas Das: Getting to know 'Moheener Adi Ghora'

In the realm of Bengali rock music, there are few names as revered as Tapas Das.

War and peace and poetry and poets

How can you talk about peace without taking into account war? Both are subjects not only of Tolstoy’s great novel but also of the two founding epic poems of Greek as well as Indian literature.

ESSAY / Jibanananda Das: What happened to him “One Day Eight Years Ago”?

There's something more to it that trammeled his existence, and he wanted to escape the suffocation.

April 22, 2025
April 22, 2025

Theatre Factory to honour Jibanananda Das’ life story on stage

Theatre Factory is set to debut its latest production, “Komola Rong er Bodh”, a theatrical homage to the life and works of renowned Bengali poet Jibanananda Das. The play, written and directed by Alok Basu, will premiere on May 9 at the Mohila Samity stage in Dhaka, with additional performances scheduled for May 10 and 11.​

February 17, 2025
February 17, 2025

Legacy of Jibanananda Das celebrated in Barishal on 126th birth anniversary

This year, Barishal—Jibanananda’s birthplace—commemorated the poet’s 126th birth anniversary with a series of events that highlighted his enduring impact on both literary and artistic communities.

February 17, 2025
February 17, 2025

Theatre Factory to stage ‘Komola Rong er Bodh’ in honour of Jibanananda Das

On the 126th birth anniversary of Jibanananda Das, one of Bengali Literature’s most revered figures, theatre group Theatre Factory is set to stage their latest production, “Komola Rong er Bodh”. Written and directed by Alok Basu, the play draws inspiration from the poet’s life and literary contributions.

October 22, 2024
October 22, 2024

The timeless allure of Jibanananda Das on screen

Known by various titles—“The Poet of Love” and “Poet of Ruposhi Bangla”—Jibanananda's metaphysical and magically realist verses have enchanted countless readers and audiences. His influence spills over from literature into cinema, inspiring iconic works from the 90s rock band Moheener Ghoraguli to films like Sayantan Mukherjee’s “Jhora Palok” and Robiul Alam Robi’s “Moribar Holo Taar Shwaad.”

May 28, 2024
May 28, 2024

A thoughtful gift from co-star overwhelms Tariq Anam Khan

In the entertainment industry, celebrities often exchange expensive gifts, which are usually commonplace for them. However, this time, a gift truly worthy of being seared into memory was given—a book to a colleague amidst the otherwise glitzy crowd.

July 31, 2023
July 31, 2023

Of nineteen thirty-four

The motor car is always a thing of darkness, In the sun and lighted roads of day And in the luminous gas at night though 

June 26, 2023
June 26, 2023

Tapas Das: Getting to know 'Moheener Adi Ghora'

In the realm of Bengali rock music, there are few names as revered as Tapas Das.

March 25, 2023
March 25, 2023

War and peace and poetry and poets

How can you talk about peace without taking into account war? Both are subjects not only of Tolstoy’s great novel but also of the two founding epic poems of Greek as well as Indian literature.

February 18, 2023
February 18, 2023

Jibanananda Das: What happened to him “One Day Eight Years Ago”?

There's something more to it that trammeled his existence, and he wanted to escape the suffocation.

February 17, 2016
February 17, 2016

In remembrance of Jibanananda Das

Today is the 118th birth anniversary of poet Jibanananda Das, a legend in Bengali literature. We remember him in this day with the greatest reverence.