Stories
FilmyShala x GolperShala – Screening of Dhaka Dream
On Friday, 23 May 2025, SHALA_Neighbourhood Art Space hosted another edition of FilmyShala x GolperShala, our regular film screening and discussion series. As part of our ongoing theme, Understanding Urban Reality, we screened the feature film Dhaka Dream (2021) by director Proshoon Rahmaan. The screening was followed by an open discussion with the director himself, where participants engaged in thoughtful conversation around the film’s themes of hope, survival, and life in the city. The event brought together neighbours, film enthusiasts, and urban storytellers into a shared space of reflection and dialogue. We are thankful to everyone who joined us and contributed to making the evening engaging and meaningful. Stay tuned for upcoming sessions of FilmyShala and GolperShala — open, reflective spaces for cinema and conversation rooted in neighbourhood life.
Understanding Urban Realities | Filmy SHALA & Golper SHALA
SHALA_Neighbourhood Art Space screened Madam Fuli (1999) by Shahidul Islam Khokon, followed by a discussion: “‘Illiterate, rural, un-cultured’ vs. ‘Urban educated class’” with anthropologist Manosh Chowdhury. Together, we unpacked class divides, social perceptions, and the role of media and state in shaping urban narratives.
আমাদের পছন্দ আর অপছন্দের জায়গা (করাইলের তরুণ তরুণীদের কথা) । Places we like and dislike (by the korail youth group)
Youths of Korail described the space and community they live in ,in the light of their liking or disliking.
Golpershala 3 | Navigating Rights Within Social Movements - Chaumtoli Huq
Chaumtoli will share her experiences of working with diverse groups of social movements spanning US and Bangladesh. Reflecting on her work and the challenges of navigating different contexts and locations, that are underpinned by her desire for social justice through lens of human rights law, she will also share what has been successful, and how we can continue the fight for social justice.
Golpershala 2 | Housing Rights within Informality. Khalid Hussain
You are invited to the second session of the 'Golpershala' talk series. This time Lawyer Khalid Hussain, Chief Executive at Council of Minorities, will be in conversation with Community leaders of Korail.
Exhibition: Threads of Tradition, Rukia
Threads of Tradition explores contemporary societal issues through Rukia’s new and old tapestries, alongside a unique collection of clothing inspired by Dhaka’s rickshaw art. This exhibition highlights the intersection of tradition and modernity, using the intricate craft of tapestry to address themes like social justice.