DIMFF screens six Russian and Bangladeshi short films in Dhaka
Photo: After the program
The Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF), with support from the Russian House in Dhaka, organized a film screening titled “Russia-Bangladesh: Two Nations, One Screen” on October 15 at M.A. Matin Road in Dhanmondi, Dhaka.
The event featured six short films, including three Russian and three Bangladeshi productions selected for DIMFF 2027. Students, filmmakers, faculty members and guests attended the screening to celebrate cultural exchange through cinema.
Hosted by Suriaya Rahman, the program began with a welcome session. Alexandra A. Khlevnoy, director of the Russian House in Dhaka, highlighted the importance of cultural cooperation between Russia and Bangladesh.
“I encourage young people to stay creative, keep exploring their ideas, and never stop learning. Sometimes, one film or project can open the door to new opportunities and change the direction of your life,” Khlevnoy said.
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), also welcomed the participants and spoke about the role of cinema in connecting people and communities.
“This collaboration creates an opportunity to explore our cultural similarities and differences through cinema. By watching films from both countries, we can better understand each other’s traditions, perspectives, and stories. I hope this partnership with the Russian House continues to grow in the future,” he said.
The screening opened with three Russian short films: The Shell by Oleg Kondratiev, Raspberry by Mariya Sergeevna Klenovskaya and One Minute by Ilnur Mukhambetaliev.
Three Bangladeshi short films followed: Hurumturum by Sohan Sheikh, Goodbye by Jannatul Ferdos Akhi and Sound of Silence by Shoumik Bakshi Dipto.
After the screenings, Sohan Sheikh, festival director of DIMFF, thanked the Russian House in Dhaka, participating filmmakers and guests for their support and participation.
Syeda Sadia Mehjabin, advisor to DIMFF 2027, delivered the vote of thanks. The event concluded with a group photo session.
The screening reflected DIMFF’s commitment to empowering young filmmakers through accessible mobile filmmaking under its motto, “New Generation, New Tools, New Communication.”
The collaboration also highlighted the role of cinema in fostering cross cultural understanding and strengthening ties between Russia and Bangladesh.
