DHAKA : The Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival
(DIMFF), with the support of the Russian House in Dhaka, organised a special
film screening titled “Russia–Bangladesh: Two Nations, One Screen” on 15
October 2026 in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The event brought together students,
filmmakers, faculty members and invited guests to explore the cultures,
perspectives and storytelling traditions of Russia and Bangladesh through
cinema, a press release said.
The programme featured six short films selected for DIMFF,
including three Russian and three Bangladeshi productions. The screening
provided an opportunity for audiences to experience the creative expressions of
filmmakers from both countries and discover how cinema can convey diverse
cultural experiences, human emotions and perspectives.
Russian Short Films
The Shell — Directed by Oleg Kondratiev
Raspberry — Directed by Mariya Sergeevna Klenovskaya
One Minute — Directed by Ilnur Mukhambetaliev
Bangladeshi Short Films
Sound of Silence — Directed by Shoumik Bakshi Dipto
Goodbye — Directed by Jannatul Ferdos Akhi
Hurumturum — Directed by Sohan Sheikh
Strengthening Cultural Ties Through Film
During the opening session, Ms. Alexandra A. Khlevnoy,
Director of the Russian House in Dhaka, highlighted the importance of cultural
cooperation between Russia and Bangladesh. She encouraged young people to
nurture their creativity, explore new ideas and continue learning through
cultural and artistic engagement.
Professor Dr. Sumon Rahman, Dean of the School of Social
Sciences and Head of the Department of Media Studies and Journalism at the
University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), welcomed the participants and
emphasised the role of cinema in connecting people, sharing perspectives and
deepening mutual understanding between cultures.
Mir Wadud Islam, Instructor of DIMFF, spoke about the
significance of the screening and the role of filmmaking in storytelling. The
programme concluded with remarks by Sohan Sheikh, Festival Director of DIMFF,
followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Syeda Sadia Mehjabin, Advisor of
DIMFF 2027.
The screening, “Russia–Bangladesh: Two Nations, One
Screen,” highlighted the power of cinema as a medium of cultural exchange,
creative expression and people-to-people connections. By bringing Russian and
Bangladeshi short films together, the programme created a shared platform for
appreciating the artistic voices of both countries and strengthening mutual
understanding through film.
