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"Chobi Mela Shunno", held from February 12 to 21 in DrikPath Bhobon at Panthapath, introduces a fresh perspective on different art forms to spectators and art lovers. Tanzim Wahab, the Chief Curator at Bengal Foundation and lecturer at Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, is the Festival Director of this year's "Chobi Mela". He was previously a curator of the festival at the
Chobi Mela Shunno
Joydeb Roaja. Maisha Islam Monamee Maisha Islam Monamee Go Back To Roots , a solo project by artist Joydeb Roaja, is currently on exhibit in Chobi Mela Shunno at DrikPath Bhobon, Panthapath. It features 10 artworks, along with a video, and attempts to highlight the cultural identities of indigenous communities in the hill tracts of Chattogram.
Joydeb has been working with art for the past two decades, and all his works revolve around the themes of life in the hill tracts. His artworks displayed at the exhibition reflect the plight of indigenous communities, who have to withstand cultural destruction. Through my work, I want to voice my opinions regarding the development of our region while also showcasing our culture in the truest form, he shared. Apart from working as an independent artist, he is involved with Porapara, an alternative art space.
Pappu Studio brings nostalgia to ‘Chobi Mela Shunno’
Anwar Hossain Ashrafi. Photo: Sheikh Mehedi Morshed Priyanka Chowdhury Priyanka Chowdhury
Anyone standing near Pappu Studio at Chobi Mela Shunno will experience a childlike enthusiasm. The soothing seaside backdrop, the studio light setups and the little bench in front of the backdrop are inviting elements for people of all ages to recall their old album photographs and recreate special moments. All of this is arranged by Anwar Hossain Ashrafi. He is an
aynawala and a
chobiwala.
Marking Solidarity Day, students of the ninth batch of Pathshala honoured Ashrafi, also known as the
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