Akram Khan

I was honoured by the hands that raised me: Dibya Jyoti

Rising star Dibya Jyoti has quickly made a name for himself in the hit web-series “Mohanagar 2”, solidifying his place among the new generation of actors. The skilled artiste is the son of celebrated playwright Brindaban Das and acclaimed actress Shahnaz Khushi.
1 January 2025, 06:05 AM

Jaya Ahsan to wrap up the year with Liberation War-themed film

The month of December typically witnesses a surge in films based on the Liberation War, but this year has been an exception. However, as the year draws to a close, a Liberation War-themed film is making its mark. “Nakshi Kathar Zamin” hits cinemas across the country today. 
27 December 2024, 06:26 AM

Jaya Ahsan returns to big screen after nine-month hiatus

As the year comes to a close, several films are set for theatrical release, with “Nakshikanthar Zamin” (“A Tale of Two Sisters”), directed by Akram Khan, scheduled to premiere on December 27.  
23 December 2024, 06:37 AM

Jaya’s tale weaved into a ‘nakshikantha’

The film won an award at the Bengaluru International Film Festival, and was also nominated for the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at India’s 53rd International Film Festival. "The recognition ‘Nakshikanthar Zamin’ has received abroad is a significant achievement for this film,” remarks Jaya.
16 December 2024, 05:00 AM

Entertainment world adorned in red against injustice

In a striking display of unity and protest, numerous Bangladeshi celebrities have changed their profile pictures on social media to a solid field of red, in response to the deaths during the recent quota reform protests. This movement has quickly gained traction, showcasing the collective voice of the people against violence and injustice.
31 July 2024, 06:01 AM

BCB forms committee with three directors to probe World Cup debacle

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has formed a three-member special committee to look into the performance of the Bangladesh national team in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup India 2023, said a press release from the BCB.
29 November 2023, 06:18 AM

Akram blames ‘battle of words’ for World Cup disaster

“The truth is that many people here are more interested in winning the battle of words. That’s why we as a nation didn’t perform well,” Akram said
25 November 2023, 12:03 PM

‘5-6 captaincy candidates’ available in Shakib’s absence

With Shakib Al Hasan currently out injured with finger injury, the question has arisen on who would lead the Bangladesh Test side against Afghanistan on June 14. Under natural circumstances, the vice-captain comes in to lead the side but rumours are floating around that Liton Das does not want to lead the side in the match.
21 May 2023, 18:30 PM

April 13: The day of Bangladesh cricket’s new beginning

It was on this day, 26 years ago, that wicketkeeper-batter Khaled Masud Pilot hit the first delivery of the last over, bowled by Martin Suji, for a six as Bangladesh inched closer to the 11 needed for victory in that final over
13 April 2023, 07:37 AM

Cricketers should stay away from media: Akram

Following a comprehensive seven-wicket defeat against the West Indies in the first Test, questions once again arose about the Tigers’ approach in the longest format of the game as their batters were unable to have any impact in either innings in Antigua.
21 June 2022, 14:14 PM

‘Saifuddin uncertain, Mosaddek looking good’

“As far as I know he [Mohammad Saifuddin] is experiencing some pain and it may take some time,” Akram Khan said. “I will talk to the physio [Thihan Chandramohan] about that. But Mosaddek Hossain may be fit for the next game.
21 June 2019, 18:47 PM

‘350-plus totals will be tough to chase’

In the lead-up to the 2019 World Cup, we take a look back on World Cups past through the eyes of Bangladesh’s former World Cup stars. Akram Khan had featured for the nation’s inaugural World Cup campaign in 1999 and another time after that in the 2003 edition. Akram, who is national selector
22 May 2019, 18:00 PM

NCL match cleared of fixing allegations

The BCB's anti-corruption unit has cleared the 2014-15 National Cricket League match between Rangpur Division and Dhaka Metropolis of match-fixing allegations.
27 August 2015, 07:39 AM