Category: Person

Sadia Khalid Reeti: A Bangladeshi Voice in the Global Film Conversation

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Sadia Khalid Reeti: A Bangladeshi Voice in the Global Film Conversation

In the dynamic world of cinema, where storytelling transcends borders and cultures, Sadia Khalid Reeti has emerged as one of the most prominent Bangladeshi voices in international film criticism. Through her writing, festival participation, and deep engagement with global cinema, she has helped place Bangladesh on the map of global film discourse. Reeti’s journey into the world of cinema began with a deep fascination for storytelling and visual culture. Over the years, that curiosity evolved into a career dedicated to understanding films—not just as entertainment, but as reflections of society,…

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Kazi Nazrul Islam: The Rebel Poet Who Sang the Soul of a Nation

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Kazi Nazrul Islam: The Rebel Poet Who Sang the Soul of a Nation

Few voices in history resonate as powerfully as that of Kazi Nazrul Islam, the national poet of Bangladesh, whose words continue to inspire generations. Known as the “Rebel Poet,” Nazrul’s life and work were driven by an unflinching commitment to justice, freedom, and the celebration of human dignity. His pen was his weapon, and his songs were his rallying cries. Born on May 24, 1899, in Churulia, West Bengal, Nazrul displayed a fascination for music, literature, and the struggles of ordinary people from an early age. His literary journey began…

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Mohammad Rakibul Hasan: Chronicling Crisis, Humanity, and Climate Through the Lens

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Mohammad Rakibul Hasan (born 29 September 1977), widely known as M R Hasan, is a Bangladeshi journalist, documentary photographer, photojournalist, filmmaker, and visual artist whose work has gained international recognition for its powerful engagement with climate change, political violence, and the Rohingya refugee crisis. Working predominantly in black and white, Hasan’s visual storytelling combines investigative depth with artistic rigor, positioning him among the most influential South Asian documentary photographers of his generation. Born in Sherpur, a small town in northern Bangladesh, Hasan grew up as the youngest of five children…

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Martin Parr

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Martin Parr is a renowned British documentary photographer, photojournalist, and photobook collector, celebrated for his vivid, often satirical portrayals of modern life. Born in 1952 in Surrey, England, Parr became one of the most influential members of the **Magnum Photos** agency after joining in 1994. His work is instantly recognizable for its bold colors, close-up compositions, and unfiltered look at social class, consumer culture, leisure, and the quirks of everyday existence. Parr’s photographs—sometimes humorous, sometimes uncomfortable—hold a mirror to society, revealing the absurdities and contradictions of contemporary life. Over his…

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Person of the Year – 2025

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Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel Peace Prize–winning Bangladeshi economist, is internationally celebrated as the pioneer of microcredit and social business. Through his visionary work with Grameen Bank, he introduced a revolutionary financial model that empowered millions of marginalized people especially women to break the cycle of poverty through small, collateral free loans. Dr. Yunus’s philosophy centers on the belief that every individual has the potential to transform their lives when given access to opportunity. His lifelong commitment to social innovation, financial inclusion, and human dignity has shaped global development practices…

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মাকসুদুল বারী

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মাকসুদুল বারী

বাংলাদেশের স্বনামধন্য আলোকচিত্রী ও সিনেমাটোগ্রাফার মাকসুদুল বারী, যিনি ফটোগ্রাফি ও চলচ্চিত্র—উভয় মাধ্যমেই গুরুত্বপূর্ণ অবদান রেখেছেন, দীর্ঘ কয়েক দশকের ক্যারিয়ারে নিজেকে বহুমাত্রিক শিল্পী হিসেবে প্রতিষ্ঠিত করেছেন। ১৯৪৯ সালে ঢাকায় জন্মগ্রহণকারী বারী একাধারে আলোকচিত্রী, চিত্রগ্রাহক, স্থিরচিত্রগ্রাহক, শিক্ষক এবং সংগঠক হিসেবে কাজ করেছেন। দেশে খুব কম শিল্পীই আছেন, যারা একইসঙ্গে ফটোগ্রাফি ও সিনেমাটোগ্রাফিতে দক্ষতা ও স্বীকৃতি অর্জন করেছেন। এই সীমিত তালিকায় তার নাম বিশেষভাবে উল্লেখযোগ্য। তিনি ১৯৭৫ সালে ফটোগ্রাফি শুরু করেন এবং একই বছর বেগার্ট থেকে প্রশিক্ষণ নেন। ওই সময়েই বাংলাদেশ ফটোগ্রাফিক সোসাইটি (বিপিএস) প্রতিষ্ঠার উদ্যোগে যুক্ত হন এবং সংগঠনটির নামকরণের প্রস্তাব দেন।…

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ফাবিহা মুনির: ছবিতে বলা গল্পের এক সংবেদনশীল ভাষা

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সমকালীন বাংলাদেশের তরুণ আলোকচিত্রীদের মধ্যে Fabiha Munir এমন একটি নাম, যার কাজের কেন্দ্রে রয়েছে মানুষ, সমাজ এবং অনুভূতির সূক্ষ্ম গল্প। তার ফটোগ্রাফি কেবল দৃশ্য ধারণ নয়; বরং একটি সময়, একটি বাস্তবতা এবং একটি অনুভূতির নীরব ভাষা। ফাবিহা মুনিরের ছবিতে প্রায়ই দেখা যায় জীবনের ছোট ছোট মুহূর্ত—একটি মুখের অভিব্যক্তি, আলো-ছায়ার নীরব খেলা, অথবা দৈনন্দিন জীবনের অনুল্লেখিত গল্প। এই সাধারণ মুহূর্তগুলোকেই তিনি ক্যামেরার ফ্রেমে এনে অসাধারণ করে তোলেন। তার কাজের অন্যতম বৈশিষ্ট্য হলো মানবিক দৃষ্টিভঙ্গি এবং বিষয়ের প্রতি গভীর সংবেদনশীলতা। ডকুমেন্টারি ধাঁচের ফটোগ্রাফিতে ফাবিহা বিশেষভাবে আগ্রহী। তার ছবিতে সমাজের নানা স্তরের মানুষ,…

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Leonardo DiCaprio

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Leonardo DiCaprio is an American actor, film producer, and environmental activist who has achieved widespread recognition and acclaim for his work in the entertainment industry. Here are some details about him: Early Life: Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio was born on November 11, 1974, in Los Angeles, California, USA. He began his career in the entertainment industry at a young age, appearing in commercials and television series. Breakthrough Role: DiCaprio gained early recognition for his role as Tobias “Toby” Wolff in the film “This Boy’s Life” (1993). His breakthrough came with the…

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Sheikh Hasina

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Sheikh Hasina

Sheikh Hasina Wazed is a Bangladeshi politician, daughter of Father of the Nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the current Prime Minister of Bangladesh. As of 22 January 2024, she is the world’s longest-serving female head of government. Early Life: Sheikh Hasina was born on September 28, 1947, in Tungipara, Gopalganj, British India (now in Bangladesh). She is the daughter of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding leader of Bangladesh and the country’s first President and later Prime Minister. Political Career: Sheikh Hasina became involved in politics during the 1960s when Bangladesh…

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Jeremy Renner

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Jeremy Renner

Jeremy Renner is an American actor, singer, and film producer known for his versatile performances in a wide range of movies. Born on January 7, 1971, in Modesto, California, Renner initially pursued a career in the entertainment industry, working in theater before transitioning to film and television. He gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim for his role as Sergeant First Class William James in the 2008 film “The Hurt Locker,” directed by Kathryn Bigelow. His performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Renner has also portrayed Clint…

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