Channel 1 starts transmission

(top) Mahfuz and Sumaiyya Shimu in the play Shuronjona, (bottom) Sara Zaker with the producer of Monchokotha

Synopsis of the film: Anando and Shuronjona are the online pseudonyms of the characters. They have known each other for a while, but by the aliases. They make a plan to meet up in Cox's Bazaar. However, Shuronjona does not manage to get a room at the hotel Anondo is lodged in. Meanwhile, Anando becomes acquainted with a film actress and her close friend. Anando's real name is Raiyyan, the film actress' name is Rupa and her friend calls herself Cynthia. Who goes by the alias Shuronjona? The film eventually reveals the mystery.

Lead roles in the film have been played by Mahfuz Ahmed, Aupee Karim and Sumaiyya Shimu.

Channel 1 is also offering a range of programmes that includes an informative show on the scenic beauty of Bangladesh -- Chokh Meley Dekhi, a show on the history of this land -- Itishash-er Poth Dhorey, Film-based documentary -- Bioscope and a biographical programme on music stars -- The One and a show based on different aspects of stage plays -- Manchokotha.