A lone traveler arrives in a strange country, guided only by a letter from an old friend to meet him after decades. The state has no name; it is neither here nor there. An ominousness hangs over every scene as the traveler navigates this unfamiliar land.

The interior of Kala Kendra holds Tamima’s surreal artworks. Being asked about ‘dualmonism’, Tamima said that it is the art philosophy of Salim Al Deen where an idea or a concept can be expressed through several art forms; just like Dhaka Theater actors performed “Prachya” brilliantly, she attempted to depict the play through her paintings.

From donning the role of “Gulnur” in Nasiruddin Yousuff's “Alpha” to “Chandrabati” in N Rashed Chowdhury’s film “Chandrabati Kotha”, Dilruba Hossain Doyel has come a long way with her. Her life was not a bed of roses, but she carved her space in the industry. Recently, she has joined the cast of the film “Laal Shari”, directed by Apu Biswas.  In an exclusive interview with Star Showbiz, Doyel shared thoughts on her career and more. 

The second Dhaka International Theatre Festival is being held against the backdrop of social and political unrest.