In conversation with Rakhi A number of aspiring young actresses who were launched through the “Lux Channel i Superstar” talent hunt, are now busy in the media. These artistes have all the potential to carve out successful careers and may well dominate the media by dint of their talent and hard work. Rakhi is firmly ... Read more
Entertainment
Eid Delights: Innovative “Ittyadi”
A wholesome family-oriented TV show, “Ittyadi”, with innovative ideas, conveys social messages and generates awareness among the masses all with a dash of entertainment. Special episodes of “Ittyadi” during Eid bring up interesting choreography which adds to the extravaganza. The audience is usually treated to a variation in the dance presentation. In the upcoming Eid ... Read more
Most troupes are inactive
Secretary general of Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation (BGTF) Jhuna Chowdhury tells New Age that most of the theatre troupes are inactive across the country. According to Jhuna Chowdhury just over 100 out of over 300 members of the federation are active at present. ‘Just imagine about a hundred troupes are completely inactive and another 100 more
Ahmed Sofa: Voice of the underprivileged
July 28 marked the 11th death anniversary of Ahmed Sofa. On the occasion, writers, social and cultural activists placed wreaths at his grave at the Martyred Intellectuals’ Graveyard in Mirpur, Dhaka. A number of institutes and writers associations also organised discussions on his life and immense contribution to Bangla literature. Ahmed Sofa was one
Then and now
Afzal Hossain on the evolution of TV drama Afzal Hossain is the emblem of our country’s golden age of TV drama. Often regarded as the most successful actor on Bangladeshi TV, Afzal began acting as a member of Dhaka Theatre, when he was a student of the Institute of Fine Arts. He was a regular ... Read more
Sumaiya Shimu is on the go
Actor Sumaiya Shimu is constantly on the go, shooting for many Eid special TV plays. Currently, she is based in Kishoreganj for a single episode play titled “Fantasy Opera”, directed by Mahmud Didar. Shatabdi Wadud stars opposite her. “The story of ‘Fantasy Opera’ is quite interesting. Spectators will be thoroughly entertained by the play during ... Read more
Arannya Anwar: A committed director
Arannya Anwar carved a name in the media by writing and directing TV plays like “Jonok”, “Jonmo”, “Shopner Haat-e Hyena”, “Jubok Khun Hobar Por”, “Raat Pohabar Onek Deri” and “Darao”. However, his biggest success stories were the plays, “Nurul Huda Ekoda Bhalobeshechhilo” and “Otopor Nurul Nuda”. BTV aired both the plays directed by Anwar, where
Let there be a museum at Nuhash Polli
Abdul Matin Litterateur Humayun Ahmed was laid to eternal rest on Tuesday at his favourite retreat at Nuhash Polli in Gazipur even though most of his family members desired to bury him at Mirpur Intellectuals’ Graveyard. The family’s decision must have been taken in view the last wishes of Humayun Ahmed as expressed by his ... Read more
Afzal-Suborna pair up after a decade
The once popular TV actor duo — Afzal Hossain and Suborna Mustafa — are to pair up in a tele-film, titled “Prem Bachitey Janey”. Twelve years back, the actors appeared together in a single-episode TV play called “Shudhu Tomar Jonno”. Written by Faria Hossain and directed by Arif Khan, the tele-film will go on air ... Read more
Madhuri Dixit turns singer
Give Madhuri Dixit Nene a dance floor, and we all know what she is capable of. An entire generation of filmgoers grew up seeing Madhuri dance in movies like Dil To Pagal Hai (1997), Devdas (2002) and Aaja Nach Le (2007). But now, the versatile actor is all set to do something new — Season Five ... Read more
Moushumi Nag
Busy actress Several TV serials, featuring Moushumi Nag, are now on air on different channels. At present she seems to be busy with her shooting more than ever. Almost everyday she is shooting for TV plays. Alongside she is continuing modelling as well. “Ladies First”, featuring Moushumi, is being telecast on Banglavision. The drama is ... Read more
Asif Iqbal returns with 3 albums
Renowned lyricist Asif Iqbal is going to hit the country’s music industry again with his three latest albums. After a break of about two years, the talented artiste is coming soon with his coffers of lyrics to stimulate the listeners. Among the three albums, two titled as “Shobta Jure” and “Obhimani Akash” will be released ... Read more
Michael Learns to Rock to perform in Dhaka
Danish pop-soft rock band Michael Learns to Rock will perform in Dhaka on June 22 at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre in their first ever visit to Bangladesh, said a press release. A local talented singer will get the chance to perform with the internationally acclaimed rock band in the concert. The singer will be ... Read more
Bollywood bound Bengali stars
There is sudden surge of Bengali actors in Bollywood cinema after the box-office success of Vidya-Balan-starrer, “Kahaani” and Paoli Dam’s “Hate Story”. While in the past, stray forays in Hindi films have been made by Uttam Kumar, Suchitra Sen, Biswajeet and Moushumi Chatterjee, at least four to five actors from Bengali cinema seems to have ... Read more
Aamir Khan to pitch in for nutrition campaign
Actor Aamir Khan, who has been earning accolades for highlighting social issues through his TV programme, will soon be seen spreading awareness about the problem of malnutrition as part of a major publicity campaign by the government, reports Times of India. ‘The Women and Child Development (WCD) ministry has planned a major information, education and
Safiuddin Ahmed retrospective at Bengal Gallery
Bengal Gallery of Fine Arts in Dhanmondi has organised a special solo art exhibition titled “Tribute to Great Master Safiuddin Ahmed”, featuring works of the recently deceased artist Safiuddin Ahmed. Begum Jahanara Abedin (widow of Zainul Abedin) inaugurated the exhibition on June 5 as chief guest. Painter Qayyum Chowdhury; educationist Borhanuddin Khan Jahangir; writer
Mir Sabbir shoots for a new drama
Sound, lights, action Mir Sabbir shoots for a new drama Approaching Dhanmondi Lake near a dead end on road number 4, a crowd of curious rickshaw-pullers and pedestrians gather around a spot. A shoot for a play is underway. Mir Sabbir — the director of the drama — sits in front of the monitor, while ... Read more
Plays highlight liberal values
Theatre in Asia Plays highlight liberal values The organisers chose four plays for the holiday audience on Friday (June 1). Nevertheless the absence of any popular or overseas plays was a major lacuna. An international seminar on the diverse theatre practices in Asia throughout the day along with staging of four plays at three different ... Read more
Watercolours and Sculptures
Hamiduzzaman Khan’s Solo Exhibition Watercolours and Sculptures Hamiduzzaman Khan is a well-known sculptor. He is recognised for his metal-based works, where he mainly focused on forms and geometrical shapes. He is also adept in watercolour and painting. His latest solo exhibition, titled “Watercolours and Sculptures”, is now on at Galleri Kaya in Uttara. Khan is ... Read more
Farah Ruma: All in one
Farah Ruma has been in media for more than a decade. She has demonstrated her brilliance in drama, modelling, cinema, and in hosting TV shows. “Amaro Gaite Ichche Holo”, a music show hosted by her has been aired for about two and half years. The programme is telecast on ntv at 9pm once a week. ... Read more