The Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF), with support from the Russian House in Dhaka, organised a special film screening titled “Russia–Bangladesh: Two Nations, One Screen” in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, on October 15, 2026.
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.
The programme featured six short films selected for DIMFF, including three Russian and three Bangladeshi productions.
The Russian films were The Shell, directed by Oleg Kondratiev; Raspberry, directed by Mariya Sergeevna Klenovskaya; and One Minute, directed by Ilnur Mukhambetaliev.
The Bangladeshi films were Sound of Silence, directed by Shoumik Bakshi Dipto; Goodbye, directed by Jannatul Ferdos Akhi; and Hurumturum, directed by Sohan Sheikh.
The screening offered audiences an opportunity to experience the creative work of filmmakers from both countries and explore how cinema conveys cultural experiences, human emotions and diverse perspectives.
During the opening session, 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 from Syeda Sadia Mehjabin, adviser of DIMFF 2027.
The screening brought Russian and Bangladeshi short films together on a shared platform, highlighting cinema’s role in cultural exchange, creative expression and people-to-people connections.