The 24th edition of the festival will run from September 1 to 16, where this Mohammad Nuruzzaman film will compete in the ‘Life Award’ category.

Bangladeshi film “Mastul” has won the Special Mention Award (Jury) from the Federation of Film Societies in Moscow.

Six-time National Award-winning actor Fazlur Rahman Babu is currently attending the Moscow International Film Festival, where his latest film “Mastul” has been officially selected for the main competition. Out of 11 films from around the world, “Mastul” is the only entry representing Bangladesh this year.

The narrative centres on Maqbool, a compassionate cook portrayed by Fazlur Rahman Babu, who befriends Noora, a young stowaway. Their bond challenges the ship's hierarchy, particularly with a power-hungry helmsman who suspects Maqbool of espionage. The film explores themes of trust, compassion, and the complexities of human relationships.​

The 47th Moscow International Film Festival is set to run from April 17 to April 24. This year, alongside "Mastul", 11 films from Russia, Korea, Spain, Argentina, Germany, Turkey, and other countries will compete for top honours.