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Stories behind achievement
Selim Newaj Bhuiyan:
Selim Newaj Bhuiyan of Dinajpur received the first prize in the photography category. Expressing his reaction on receiving the award, Selim said, "Definitely this is one of my happiest moments. I have been involved with photography since 1983 as an amateur and have won many awards. But this award is special to me because the theme of this competition is quite timely at present. 1 hope this competition will be held every year and open a window of opportunity forpromising photographers."
Selim Newaj used to work for the fire service department and has retired recently. His photograph. titled Journey, depicts the smiling face of a gid seen through a train window T took this photo during a scout jamboree, which was held in the tram and was the first of its kind," said Selim.
Masud Rana:
Masud Rana of Khulna received the second pnze in the photography category Masud took a snap of a horse race. "This photo is from a senes on a festival held in Jessore. Horse racing
is quite popular in the area and has become an integral part of their culture," said Masud. "To celebrate the Nabanna Utsab, they arrange this competition every year. I just wanted to capture the festivity, the fervour in the photo," he added. Masud is a professional photographer, who runs a photo studio in Khulna. On receiv-ingthe award, Masud said, "It is a great achievement in my life.”
MoniruLAIarn:
Monirul Alam of Dhaka received die third prize in the. photography category. Monirul is a professional photographer and is at present working as the deputy chief photographer at the daily Prothom Alo.
He said, "This kind of competition should be organised every year." Monintl completed a three -year photography course from Pathshala. The award winning photo shows the smiling faces of two children. "Through the photo, I wanted to highlight the theme - positive Bangladesh -- with smiling children who are the future of the country," said Monirul.
Chandra Chowdhury:
Winner of the first prize in (he Bangla lyrics category, Chandra Chowdhury is an engineer who is now a government service holder. Chandrais also a black belt in Judo.
"My passion for writing began in childhood but the readership was limited to my friends and myself. Though 1 have published three collections of poems, I have never participated in any such competition before. My friends encouraged me and 1 submitted my lyrics at the last hour. It has really been an inspiring experience," said Chandra.
Tanveer Ahmed Tomai:
The first prize winner in the English lyrics category, Tanveer is the youngest winner at the contest - a student of class eight at Dhanmondi Govt. Boy's High School. Tanvir came to know about tlje contest through the Star Insight magazine.
Tanvir said. "One day while doing the crosswords in Star Insight, 1 saw an advertisement for theconteston lyrics, photography and film.
"One by one the names of the winners were announced and when the name of the second prize winner was announced f gave up all hope but then this miracle happened when the name of the first prize winner was announced — it was me!”
Kh. Asef Safa Kabir:
Tile third prize winner in the English lyrics category, Asef is a student of BBA at North South University. On winning the prize, Asef said "It is a matter of great honour, winning a prize at such s contest It is a source of inspiration which will have a long-term impact and contribution in my life.
"I thank The Daily Star and Standard Chartered for organising this event. There are many talents in our country, all they need are patronage and encouragement - a rarity in our country.”
Lutfun Nahar Moushumi:
Lutfun Nahar Moushumi is one of the two winners in the Best Documentary Film category. Moushumi's documentary Urai Mon er
Ghuri features the annual kite festival held at St. Martin's Island. The kite festival is organised by members of Chhobir Haat, Shahbag. Everyyear in February this weeklong festival is held. On the occasion many kinds of kites are made on the island and on the festival day they soar in the sky.
About the documentary Moushumi said, "The subject of the documentary' was chosen randomly. For the documentary I had to go to St Marrin's but I received very little help from the organisers."
”1 try to make at least one documentary every year," said Moushumi. Her works include -Anyo Jodhya: Mumtaz Khan Pathan (a documentary on a non-Bengali who fought for Bangladesh during the Ubcration War) and telefilm Swapnojatra Ebong...
About winning the wards, Moushumi said, "Recognition is always great. Winning the prize was really a wonderful experience. Such contests can have a major impact on young filmmakers and enthusiasts. This year many talented filmmakers probably didn't submit their
works as this was the first time but I'm sure that next year the response will be huge.'’
Abdullah Mohammad Saad:
Abdullah Mohammad Saad of Chittagong received the Best Debut Fiction (film) award. His short fiction film titled Bicycle Skohor depicts the story of two children, who become friends following an incident involving a bicycle. Their bliss and woe are featured in the fibre
After winning the prize. Saad became a bit emotional. He said, "Cinema is my passion. On numerous occasions, I approached several people with my story but no one showed interest
"Then I came to know about the competition from my sister. My friends provided support all the way and even arranged money for me to make the film. Without them, this film wouldn't have been possible."
Saad, is a third year student of 1ER ar Dhaka University. "1 feel confident now and it seems that it is not impossible to do something remarkable," said Saad.