Discoveries from Bangladesh World Cinema

A romantic satire comedy written and directed by Nuhash Humayun.

The adventures of a visually challenged girl and her friends.

Amodini is a rich landowner's daughter. Unable to face social stigma, her father arranges her marriage to a much older person, who fails to turn up on the wedding day. To save the situation, she is forced to marry a 15-year-old boy.

The film is based on the life of Martyred Intellectual Shahidullah Kaiser and Panna Kaiser.

This is a Fantastic Romantic Drama from Bangladesh.

Three siblings get separated at early age when the baddies hit the daddy, one grows up to be a cop, another is an urban petty boss, and the third is a photographer….

A powerful politician hires a former military man to protect his daughter, but when she unexpectedly falls in love with her bodyguard and her father discovers the truth, the situation erupts into chaos.

A touching romantic drama where a small moment of affection grows into a life-changing bond between two hearts.

After her elder brother loses everything to a wealthy fraudster and takes his own life, a young woman grows to hate rich people, but a wealthy young man who falls for her hides his true identity and pretends to be an ordinary boy to win her heart.

The word kewaaj (কেওয়াজ) is colloquially used to explain chaos, noisiness or annoyance. "Kewaaj" is an audiovisual attempt to give you a glimpse into how the people of Dhaka function in one of the most unliveable cities, according to the Global Liveability Index.

Based on the timeless literary work by Manik Bandyopadhyay, Padma Nadir Majhi was directed by Gautam Ghosh. The movie illustrates the tumultuous lives of the fishermen and their families, living by the river Padma. Beautiful shots of the river, Ghosh's flair for realism and brilliant display of acting skills by noted actors of Bangladesh and West Bengal, including Utpal Dutt, Robi Ghosh, Abul Khayer, Raisul Islam Asad, Champa, and Rupa Ganguli, fetched the movie local and international honours.

A carefree young man known for speaking out against corruption gradually falls for his caretaker’s daughter as she prepares for her admission exams, but the difference in their social status soon creates painful complications.

A young woman arrives to attend her best friend’s wedding while secretly in love with him, and behind her cheerful smile, she begins carrying out a plan to stop the marriage and win his heart.

A young couple navigate the complexities of an arranged marriage, which gradually blossoms into unexpected beginnings. Proving that sometimes true heartfelt connections. can be found no matter which way it was arranged.

In a world of poverty, three young girls of Bangladesh trying to find meaning of life through their dreams. Slavery in modern times. Does it exist and what does it look like? In Bangladesh's textile industry, we see how the mechanisms linked to the western world's fashion industry are ravaging young women's attempts at a dignified life. Sabina, Ruma and Nazjnin work every day from early morning to late evening in the dangerous and dirty environment of the textile industry. The job provides no prerequisites for neither completing schooling, nor being able to move from the conditions in the slum. The rules at the factory are harsh and in order to provide for their families, they must continue to sew the clothes that we in the Western world want to buy as cheaply as possible. Who pays the price and is there light in this darkness?

The story of a child who explores and discovers an outside-world by riding a magical white horse through various places and tribes with many odds and challenges.

Ayesha spends the whole day at her husband's house. Their child died in an accident on the way to their first outing with the child. After that till present she spends her days alone in the house. In the same old routine life of her and her husband. Despite repeated plans, her husband does not want to go anywhere except office. Ayesha is also under house arrest all day. No one comes to her nor does she go anywhere. Then suddenly one day the dream of a new life shows her the way to live in a new way.

A story of a family during the 1971 Liberation War in Bangladesh and their family getting punished by the ruthless Pakistani soldiers. Mahbub, a Bengali himself, is supporting Pakistan in order to save himself.

Ohongkar is a 2017 Bangladeshi drama film directed by Shahadat Hossain Liton.It is produced by Tushar Kothachitro. The film stars Shakib Khan and Shabnom Bubly as lead role.It also supporting role with Toma Mirza, Mizu Ahmed, Rehana Jolly, Afzal Sharif, and Nuton. The film release on 2 September 2017 for the Eid-ul-Adha.The movie is a remake of 2005 Kannada film Auto Shankar.

A group of bandits found a little injured boy and took him with them. Day by day, their cruelty level was rising. The police officer took bribes from the bandits leader. So some rebellious people had to fight against them.

A young man dreaming of starting a business struggles without his father’s support, but while balancing love, family responsibilities, and hope for the future, the arrival of a mysterious stranger unexpectedly changes the course of his life.

Mrinal is suffering from a serious illness. Her husband Rudra is a writer. Mrinal's cousin Kamal takes care of Mrinal. Rudra’s friend doctor visits Mrinal for regular checkups. Mrinal often looks at her thin, pale white face in the mirror. In Mrinal's consciousness, thoughts of beauty, thoughts of God, thoughts of death and finally the urge to relieve her pain parallel to nature comes randomly. Rudra loves Mrinal. Mrinal and Rudra do not have marital discord but conflicts as Rudra comes closure with Kamal. But his love for Mrinal is also deep. The doctor remains disinterested after seeing Rudra and Kamal's intimate moment. And Kamal falls in love with Rudra, even physically, but discovers herself through Mrinal's death and leaves home. Rudra lies alone. The main character of the film is basically a sense between life and death. This sense includes dreams, beauty, envy, love, lust and the desire to dissolve into the ethereal form of nature.

A family drama that is based on a complicated love story. It tells the story of two friends, one of whom loses his eyesight in an accident. In order to not punish his love, he decides to lie to his love and makes her leave him on purpose. In a tragic turn of events, it happens so that the best friend is to marry the hero's love. Dealing with a lot of complications and emotional turmoil, the truth is known by all and then finally, the two lovers are united with happiness.

The film "Chiranjeev Mujib" is based on the "unfinished autobiography" of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, setting the stage for Sheikh Mujib to become the leader of the people from 1949 to 1952 and his role in the great language movement.

A Comedy Short Film.

A sand bed rise in a river and it become the point of dispute between the fisherman and the local landlord.

A Bangla romantic comedy drama starring Mishu Sabbir and Tasnia Farin in lead roles.

This is a story about a landlord in a local rural Bengal. He is very stubborn, egoist, commanding person. Every steps of his move has logical conclusions, with reasons and vision. He doesn't want to commit himself for any cause. But Jayanta doesn't always agree with landlord's decisions. He is very honest, sincere and whimsical person who doesn't know how to plan a work. He likes a girl from his early days and always wants to marry that girl. So he conveys his wish to the father of that girl. After a small hesitation, the landlord also agrees with his wife and nods for the approval. But after the marriage takes place, a long time mystery breaks out. As a result Jayanta has to suffer, but at last the landlord rescues him.

Based on a perennially popular Bengali folk tale, Sat Bhai Chompa has had many cinematic outings in both India and Bangladesh. This, the 1968 version directed by Dilip Shom, is one of the most delightful. A king has three wives. The two elder wives connive to throw the pregnant third wife out of the palace. The third wife gives birth to eight children - seven sons and a daughter. The enraged elder wives, with the help of a sorcerer, turn the seven sons into flowers. It is now up to the daughter to turn her brothers back into humans and regain their rightful place in the palace.

A young man casually leaves hurtful comments on social media that begin to affect people’s real lives, while his overly possessive behavior toward his girlfriend also causes her embarrassment in public.

Bangladeshi Bengali Language Short Film.

A 1996 Bangladeshi film.

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A Bangla romantic drama starring Mishu Sabbir and Tasnia Farin.

When a mysterious doorway enters their lives, two people find themselves trapped between love, secrets, and unexpected twists in Kumirer Dorja.

This film revolves with miscommunication and misunderstanding of two couples and their family which cause series of laughter. Sushavan Dutta and his wife, Anita, were invited at their relative Digbijay babu's house. While in journey Anita misses train and Sushavan has to journey with another lady Santana. Santana is the wife of famous political leader Shailesh. At night they take shelter as husband and wife in Gosaiji's hotel, Harimatar Panthashala because Gosaiji allows married couples only. Santana carries a puppy with her, which run away from the garden of the hotel and Sushovan has to chase it at night. When Anita's mother comes to know that Sushavan is untraced, she becomes angry and make chaotic situation.

Uma, a new writer meets Bayejid, an auto driver. In the middle of life’s struggles, she discovers his hidden talent for singing. Through dreams and kindness, they inspire each other, and their story begins to move in a new direction.

A bangla movie starring Afzal Sharif, Golam Kibria Tanvir, Achol, Bappy Chowdhury, Misha Sawdagar directed by Arif Jahan. Other actors playing important roles: Ilius Kobra, Don.

The Last Refuge For Elderly Parents Abandoned By Their Children, Apanjan Is An Old Age Home. The Film Revolves Around The Lives Of Apanjans Inhabitants, And How Karma Finds Its Way To Teach Their Ungrateful Children An Important Life Lesson.

The film is about a reality show organized by Star Ananda, where the two finalists, Arka and Dodo, are given two tasks to fulfill. Dodo is given the duty of a police constable at Bhawanipur police station while Arka is given the duty of a driver. They are given three days and two nights to battle out and the prize is fixed at INR. 10 million. The one who makes fewer mistakes will win the jackpot.

Young photographer Khaleed Saikat once decided to go for a journey into the unknown. He took his laptop, camera, and some money with him. But no destination remains unknown at its end. Khaleed landed a small village market where he met the ‘Orao’ Youngman Arun Khalko and his constant companion Shukra.

Feelings of parental rights over the child, skepticism towards socially accepted relationships and the idea of individual freedom in the social-state sphere.

Inseparable university pals navigate the ups and downs of their unbreakable bond, as laughter, fun, and happiness are put to the test in the face of life's challenges. Will their friendship withstand the trials ahead? Tune in to find out.

What is a name? Is it merely a word? A name of a person denotes his/her external identity. It is related to each and every social action and reaction of a person with other persons. The film deals with the plight of the protagonist whose name has changed overnight. The problem aggravates when the changed name connotes religious and cultural differences when Shymal (a Hindu name) or Salim (a Muslim name), the protagonist becomes Salim or Shyamal. The film brings into focus the crisis in his life and the pain of being ostracized and alienated by everyone that matters to him. In such a situation of loneliness, Shyamal identifies with his next-door neighbor who has also been alienated and is fighting his lonely existence.

When Babu's father passes away, he is caught in a web of age-old rituals and social formalities. As he looks for opportunities to cope with the loss of his father, death ends up being just another mundane routine for Babu.

A comedy-drama movie.

The story of the film revolves around the relationship of a father and a son, the two 'Mridha's.

A paranoid young man, convinced a bug he swallowed is living in his stomach, embarks on a darkly absurd quest with his friend to find relief before his mind and body spiral out of control.

A short film that uncovers the hidden truths of the Hijra community, struggling to navigate through a society that has all but rejected them. We follow the intrinsic lives of three trans women who forge different relationships within society.

Young lads of Azad Boys ametuer soccer team from a small town of Bangladesh stand up against a mighty Indian team when their hometown team gets into an accident. They play their hearts out to save the last pride and show that if you dare to dream you can.

Some friends visit the infamous Garchampa Palace which has a horrifying reputation for blood-sucking entities and spirits that were petrifying the locality.

A carefree university senior and a shy newcomer grow closer after an unexpected first meeting turns fear into friendship and love in Mon Deowana.

There are countless small incidents hidden in the history of our liberation. Some of those are so brutal that my heart trembles when I hear those stories. This telefilm reflects the barbarism people of this country faced at the hands of the brutal Pakistani army.

A powerful emotional drama where deep wounds of the heart force two people to confront love, pain, and the scars left behind.

A soulful and thought-provoking story, Cholo Hariye Jai follows the emotional journey of some individuals who seek escape from the monotony and pressures of everyday life. As they drift away from their familiar surroundings, their shared journey turns into a path of self-discovery, love, and realization. Set against a realistic backdrop, the drama explores the complexities of human relationships, inner conflicts, and the search for meaning in life. Along the way, the characters confront their past, question their choices, and gradually uncover deeper truths about themselves and the world around them. Blending romance with philosophical undertones, the story presents a reflective narrative about connection, freedom, and the courage to lose oneself in order to truly be found. �

It's a 1968 Bangladeshi film about poverty, friendship and love...

The story of a lonely man who is caught in a perpetual cycle of time. He hangs in limbo, between reality and dreams. His only companions are a maid, a cat, and a grandfather clock. The same things are happening in his life and he becomes increasingly frustrated.

Based on 1947 short story of the same name by Hasan Azizul Haque.