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Afzal Hossain
Afzal Hossain (born 19 July 1954) is a Bangladeshi actor, director, writer and painter. He was awarded the Ekushey Padak, the second most important award for civilians in Bangladesh, in 2022. Early life Hossain was born in Parulia, Satkhira in erstwhile East Bengal. His father, Ali Ashraf Hossain, was a medical officer. He has a brother, Alfaz Hossain and a sister, Rumana Afroz. Career Hossain started his acting career in theatrical productions in the mid-1970s. Later, he was enlisted as an actor of Bangladesh Television, BTV and acted in dramas produced by BTV. He also starred in three movies including box office hit ''Dui Jibon'', ''Notun Bou'' and ''Palabi Kothay''. Since 1984, he became busy with making TVC and has contributed a lot in this sector to develop in today's level. Personal life Hossain is married to Tazeen Halim Mona. Works Television Films Web series References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Hossain, Afzal 1954 births Living people P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangladesh Agricultural University
Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) is a Public university, public agricultural university in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. It was founded in 1961 by the Pakistani government as East Pakistan Agricultural University. It is the third-oldest university in the country. Its campus covers on the west bank of the Old Brahmaputra River. Its academic activities take place under six faculties, which are subdivided into 45 departments. More than 90% of its funding comes from the national government. As of 2024, BAU has over 5,000 undergraduate and nearly 3,000 post-graduate students. Alumni include academics, government officials, politicians, and recipients of the Ekushey Padak. History Pakistan period The Pakistani government set up the Commission on National Education at the end of 1958 to propose how to reorganise the country's education system. One recommendation in the commission's 1959 report was to set up an agricultural university in East Pakistan. There was already the East Paki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
TED (conference)
TED Conferences, LLC (Technology, Entertainment, Design) is an American-Canadian non-profit media organization that posts international talks online for free distribution under the slogan "Ideas Change Everything" (previously "Ideas Worth Spreading"). It was founded by Richard Saul Wurman and Harry Marks (broadcast designer), Harry Marks in February 1984 as a technology conference, in which Mickey Schulhof gave a demo of the compact disc that was invented in October 1982. Its main conference has been held annually since 1990. It covers almost all topics—from science to business to list of global issues, global issues—in more than 100 languages. TED's early emphasis was on technology and design, consistent with its Silicon Valley origins. It later broadened to include scientific, cultural, political, humanitarian, and academic topics. It has been curated by Chris Anderson (entrepreneur), Chris Anderson, a British-American businessman, through the non-profit TED Foundation sin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Refugee Web Series
A refugee, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), is a person "forced to flee their own country and seek safety in another country. They are unable to return to their own country because of feared persecution as a result of who they are, what they believe in or say, or because of armed conflict, violence or serious public disorder." Such a person may be called an asylum seeker until granted refugee status by a contracting state or by the UNHCR if they formally make a claim for asylum. Internally Displaced People (IDPs) are often called refugees, but they are distinguished from refugees because they have not crossed an international border, although their reasons for leaving their home may be the same as those of refugees. Etymology and usage In English, the term ''refugee'' derives from the root word ''refuge'', from Old French ''refuge'', meaning "hiding place". It refers to "shelter or protection from danger or distress", from Latin ''fugere ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chorki (streaming Service)
Chorki is a Bangladeshi subscription-based over-the-top media service owned by Transcom Group via Prothom Alo subsidiary of Mediastar Limited, and it was launched on 12 July 2021. The service shows original content and content from other providers, including television series, films, and documentaries. The service is available in an ad-free version with limited content, while the premium tier includes a larger content library including original shows and films. History Mediastar Ltd. in 2020 to launch an OTT platform and named it Chorki. Film maker Redoan Rony is the CEO of Chorki and Zaraif Hossain is the President, Head of Strategy, Chorki. In April 2021, Indian High Commission of Dhaka shares 38 documentary films with Chorki. On 12 July 2021, a launching ceremony was held on online due to the lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic and Chorki started its journey with a motto - ''Film, Fun, Foorti''. Jaya Ahsan and many more stars joined in online in this opening ceremony. Chorki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pett Kata Shaw
''Pett Kata Shaw'' is a 2022 Bangladeshi horror web series written and directed by Nuhash Humayun. The series was released on online video-on-demand platform Chorki. Sohail Mondal, Shirin Akter Shila, Afzal Hossain, Chanchal Chowdhury, Pritom Hasan and Novera Rahman acted in the lead roles. The series presents modern retellings of traditional Bengali folktales passed down from generation to generation. It will have its international premiere as part of the official selection at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in 2023. Cast * Shohel Mondol * Shirin Akter Shila * Ekram Khan Emu * Durjoy Roy * Witness Shahid * Soumik Bose * Afzal Hossain * Chanchal Chowdhury * Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed is a Bangladeshi actress, voice artist, painter, puppeteer, director and a social activist. Background Ahmed studied at the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka. Career Ahmed first acted in the film ''Udhao'' in 200 ... * Khaled Ahmed Rumi * Momo Ali * Maymu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ZEE5
ZEE5 or Z5 is an Indian subscription video on demand and over-the-top streaming service, owned by Zee Entertainment Enterprises. It was launched in India on 14 February 2018 with content in 12 languages. The ZEE5 mobile app is available on Web, Android, iOS, Smart TVs, among other devices. In December 2018, ZEE5 had 56.3 million monthly active users, increasing to 65.9 million by the end of 2020. History Ozee was an Indian digital online platform that was launched in February 2016 by Zee Entertainment Enterprises. As of 14 February 2018, the service has been integrated into ZEE5. Programming The platform started streaming web series in 2018 with ''Nanna Koochi'' (Telugu), '' America Mappillai'' (Tamil) and ''Dhatt Tere Ki'' (Hindi). In the same year, the platform also introduced another web series titled, '' Kallachirippu'' which was produced by popular filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj, and '' Karenjit Kaur – The Untold Story of Sunny Leone'', a biographical web series on Su ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ladies & Gentlemen (ZEE5 Original)
''Ladies & Gentlemen'' is a Bangladeshi drama streaming television series created by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki. Starring Tasnia Farin as Sabila Hossain, an ordinary girl, the other main cast includes Afzal Hossain, Hasan Masood, Maria Nur, Partha Barua, Chanchal Chowdhury, Iresh Zaker, Mostafa Monwar, Mamunur Rashid and Saberi Alam. The series was released on 9 July 2021 on ZEE5. Premise The series follows the personal journey of Sabila (Tasnia Farin), a common girl, who becomes the voice of every working woman in Bangladesh and beyond. The show brings out the complexity of male-female dynamics and hierarchical exploitations and misogyny. Cast * Tasnia Farin as Sabila Hossain * Afzal Hossain as Khairul Alom * Maria Nur as Laura * Hasan Masood as Mizu/Mizanur Rahaman * Partha Barua as Imtiyaz * Mamunur Rashid as Sabila's Father * Saberi Alam * Mostafa Monwar as Arif * Iresh Zaker as Jahir * Nader Chowdhury * Chanchal Chowdhury (special appearance) Release On 14 June 2021 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dhaka Attack
''Dhaka Attack'' () is a Bangladeshi cop action thriller film produced by Bangladesh Police Paribar Kallyan Samity Ltd., Three Wheelers Ltd. and Splash Multimedia. It features Arifin Shuvoo, Mahiya Mahi, ABM Sumon and Taskeen Rahman in the lead roles. It was directed by Dipankar Dipon and written by Sunny Sanwar. The film was distributed by The Abhi Kathachitra and Swapna Scarecrow. The film won the "Best Film" award in 42nd Bangladesh National Film Awards. Plot The story centers on the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Elite Forces' fierce operation against a terrorist organization. The attack is part of a plot by few foreign intelligence agencies to destabilize the country, in order to destroy the country's defense layers. The film stars Arifin Shuvo as the Assistant Commissioner of DMP, and the in-charge of Bomb Disposal Unit. Sumon played the role of a commander of SWAT Force. The film also features Afzal Hossain as the DMP Commissioner, Shatabdi Wadud as Intelligence ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Palabi Kothay
''Palabi Kothay'' is a Bangladeshi feminist comedy film released in 1997. Humayun Faridi produced the film. Palabi Kothay is one of flop films in Bangladesh. Plot The film tells the story of three female characters struggling in the office. Shirin and Nuri are teased by the office boss and Millie teaches them to stand up against all these injustices. After many storms, problems and incidents, they are able to protest against the injustice. Cast * Shabana as Mili Chowdhury * Suborna Mustafa as Shirin * Champa as Noorie * Humayun Faridi as Mr. Hawlader * Afzal Hossain as managing director (guest appearance) * Ali Raj as Bachchu * Khaleda Aktar Kolpona as Shirin's mother * Khairul Islam Pakhi as Shirin's brother * Sharmin as Salma, wife of Mr. Hawlader * Nasir Khan as Lallu Khan * Abdul Karim as old man in slum * Sharbari Dasgupta * Jacky Alamgir * Sitara Begum * Mozid Bongobasi * Rasheda Chowdhury * Alka Sarkar Production Humayun Faridi was the main producer of the film. Shahi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dui Jibon
''Dui Jibon'' () is a 1988 Bangladeshi drama film directed by Abdullah al Mamun, who also wrote the story. The screenplay and dialogue is written by Jahirul Haque. The film stars Bulbul Ahmed, Kabori Sarwar, Afzal Hossain, Parveen Sultana Diti in leading roles with Neepa Monalisa, Tina Khan, Jahirul Haque, Adil, Amol Bose, Minu Rahman Minoti in supporting roles. In 1988, the film won Bangladesh National Film Award for the best film and another 5 categories. Cast * Bulbul Ahmed as Mustafa * Kabori Sarwar as Tahmina * Afzal Hossain as Robin * Diti as Moushumi * Nipa Monalisa as Kulsum * Tina Khan as Dayana * Zahirul Haque as Tahmina's Father * Adil as Rayhan * Amol Bose * Minu Rahman as Mustafa's Mother * Minoti Hossain * Monowara Music Dui Jibon's music is directed by Alam Khan. Song lyrics are by Moniruzzman Moni. The songs are performed by Sabina Yasmin, Syed Abdul Hadi, Andrew Kishore, Runa Laila, and Shamima Yasmin Diba. Most of the songs of this film bec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mehazabien Chowdhury
Mehazabien Chowdhury is a Bangladeshi actress, model and the winner of ''Lux Channel I Superstar'' 2009. She began her acting career after winning ''Lux Channel I Superstar'', a Bangladeshi beauty pageant. Her success in the pageant opened doors for her acting career. Chowdhury rose to prominence after featuring in a television commercial for Banglalink, a mobile phone operator, which brought her to the limelight. She made her debut in the television drama ''Tumi Thako Shindhu Pare'', which was broadcast on ATN Bangla. Since then, she has starred in several popular dramas such as '' Boro Chele'', ''Chompa House'', ''Buker Ba Pashe'', ''Alo'', ''Lota Audio'', ''Chirokal Aaj'', and ''Kajoler Din Ratri''. Chowdhury is widely recognized for her versatility in acting and has received numerous awards and accolades for her performances. Her notable awards include the Meril-Prothom Alo Awards (2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021), and the CJFB Performance Award (2012, 2013, 2014, 2019, 2020 and 2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bipasha Hayat
Bipasha Hayat (born 23 March 1971) is a leading Bangladeshi actress, model, painter and playback singer. She won Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film ''Aguner Poroshmoni'' (1994). She earned Meril Prothom Alo Awards in 1998, 1999 and 2002. Early life and education Hayat completed her master's from the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka in 1998. Career During the 90's Hayat played many popular television dramas. She wrote her first TV play ''"Shudhui Tomake Jani"'' in 1997. She acted in two liberation war related movies ''Aguner Poroshmoni'' and '' Joyjatra''. The first of those which was directed by Humayun Ahmed, she portrayed the role of a young girl who was blocked in her house with her family inside the city of Dhaka. Ratri as her characters name fell in love with a guerrilla freedom fighter (played by Asaduzzaman Noor) who lived in their house during the war for shelter. Her affection towards the fighter reflects the suppor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
