Bisubo Art Organization

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

What an incredible journey this residency has been.

Over the past few days, we shared ideas, challenged each other, and spent time really digging into the heart of each story. There were moments of doubt, discovery, laughter, and clarity—and that’s what made this experience so special. Seeing each project grow, and each participant gain confidence in their voice, has been truly rewarding.

And of course, it wouldn’t be the same without the people who made it memorable in their own unique ways—

Mr. Azhar has a unique talent for making incredible milk tea, which we all enjoyed throughout the residency.
Citto Anondi became the unofficial host of the Bangalaw, always in charge of the door keys.
Mr. Sumon Delwar and Mr. Kazi stayed up until 3am, diving deep into conversations about the world.
Mr. Kamrul Ahsan was constantly immersed in preparing his presentation.
Mr. Rupom remained the quiet observer—the silent learner among us.

We had a very productive and engaging residency, where we focused on key elements of the participants’ projects. In particular, we worked on identifying the essential story points to be included in their elevator pitches. We also refined their pitch decks, discussed appropriate budgeting and financing plans (following the non-fiction core application budget template), and explored international positioning through European and US co-production scenarios to strengthen their understanding of the global industry.

Thanks to
Mr. Bruno Lacrampe
Director, Alliance Française de Chittagong

Mr. Tareq Ahmed
Director, Dhaka Doclab

Shahhen Dill-Riaz (Filmmaker & Producer)
Director
Training Department
Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy

Mr. Matieu Bejot
Attaché for film, audiovisual & digital content
Embassy of France | French Institute in India

Thank you to all our partners for the Delegation program.

Photo Credit: Zakir Hossain, Haider







Marché du Film - Festival de Cannes

03/04/2026

Bangladeshi Stories Head to Cannes Docs 2026

Bisubo Art Organization proudly announces the selection of four Bangladeshi documentary film projects for Cannes Docs, the prestigious documentary platform of the Cannes Film Festival. This initiative is supported by the French PICC grant, in collaboration with Alliance Française Chittagong and Dhaka DocLab.

The announcement was officially unveiled at the closing ceremony of the Chattogram International Documentary Film Festival (CIDFF) 2026, sparking excitement and anticipation among filmmakers, artists, and cinema enthusiasts in attendance.

Following a transparent and rigorous jury evaluation process, four standout projects were selected, each reflecting the richness of contemporary Bangladeshi storytelling, grounded in social realities and carrying strong international relevance.

Selected Projects:
Opekkha by Kazi Arefin Ahmed - Development
Blue-Collars from the Frontline by Citto Aanondi (Sumaiya Binte Selim) - Development
In Search of Her by S M Kamrul Ahsan - Development
My Cousin by Sumon Delwar - Work-in-Progress

The selection process prioritized artistic excellence, originality of vision, and global market potential. Bisubo Art Organization emphasized that the jury’s expertise and commitment ensured a fair, thoughtful, and meaningful outcome.

Cannes Docs serves as a vital global hub for documentary professionals—bringing together filmmakers, producers, broadcasters, and distributors. Participation in this platform opens doors for international co-production, distribution, and long-term creative collaborations.

By announcing this milestone at CIDFF, Bisubo Art Organization reinforces a powerful message: Bangladeshi stories are no longer confined by borders—they are steadily claiming their place on the global stage.

Bisubo, in collaboration with Alliance Française Chittagong, host an intensive four-day residency and mentorship program from 3–6 April 2026. Led by Tanim Ibne Yousuf, the program is designed to support selected filmmakers in preparing for international industry platforms such as Cannes Docs.
After residency will also include mentorship from Heidi Fleisher, who will guide participants on how to navigate the market and maximize opportunities during the event.

22/01/2026

Got a condition? A feeling? A perfectly unexplainable disorder?
Walk into ঔষধ || Medicine and walk out with a prescription for your sadness, chaos, overthinking, or unnamed emotional symptoms.

This collaborative exhibition lets you pick your own cure. Side effects may include laughter, reflection, and unexpected joy.

We also had an amazing time at the workshop creating, sharing, and overdosing on good conversations.
Visit the exhibition at Alliance Française de Chittagong.
25-27 January (4pm - 8 pm).

Workshop conducted by Dana Wyse, organized by Bisubo Art Organization

Come curious, leave diagnosed.

11/01/2026

BISUBO is proud to support air ticket assistance for Tayran Razzak to attend a session of EURODOC 2026 (in France) with her documentary project Mantra of the Mangroves.
This support is provided through the PICC grant.
Announced on the closing ceremony of CIDFF 2026.

Wishing Tayran all the best as the project continues its journey on an international platform.

11/01/2026

We’re happy to announce the selected documentary film projects for the Bangladesh Delegation to Cannes Docs 2026, France, supported through the PICC grant.
The announcement was conducted by Tanim Ibne Yousuf and announced by Mr. Bruno Lacrampe during closing ceremony of CIDFF 2026.

✨ Selected Projects:
1️⃣ Opekkha — Development Stage
2️⃣ Blue-collars From the Frontline — Development Stage
3️⃣ In Search of Her — Development Stage
4️⃣ My Cousin — Work-in-Progress

Congratulations to all the filmmakers! We look forward to seeing these powerful stories travel to the international documentary platform.

07/01/2026

CLOSING DAY /10 JANUARY 2026

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05/01/2026

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05/01/2026

Masterclass Announcement | CIDFF 2026

We are excited to announce a special Masterclass on Visual Anthropology & Filmmaking at CIDFF 2026, led by renowned visual anthropologists and filmmakers Dipesh Kharel and Asami Saito.

Duration: 2-hour afternoon session
Special Screening: A Kali Temple Inside — a powerful film drawn from their visual anthropological fieldwork in northern India

This masterclass will explore how ethnographic research, lived experience, and cinematic language come together in visual anthropology. Through discussion and film screening, participants will gain insight into research-based filmmaking, ethics, and storytelling from the field.

Dipesh Kharel holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Information Studies from the University of Tokyo, specializing in Visual Anthropology, Ethnographic Filmmaking, and Migration and Globalization.

Saito Asami studied ethnographic research and film at University of Tromso in Norway. She has edited several documentary films. Now she is working at Media Help Line in Nepali filmmaker/ film editor.

Join us for an immersive learning experience that bridges anthropology and cinema.

Open for all

05/01/2026

CIDFF 2026
Project Review

As part of the Chattogram International Documentary Film Festival (CIDFF) 2026, the Project Review is a mentoring platform designed to support documentary filmmakers at different stages of their creative journey.

This session offers filmmakers a focused space to present their projects and engage in meaningful dialogue with an experienced CIDFF mentor. Projects may be at the idea stage, development phase, or work-in-progress (WIP) stage.
The Project Review reflects CIDFF’s commitment to nurturing independent voices and strengthening documentary practices through critical exchange, mentorship, and collective learning.

Who Can Participate
• Documentary filmmakers with projects in development or production
• Emerging and independent filmmakers seeking professional guidance

Session Structure
• Each project participant will receive 20-30 minutes
• Project presentation followed by mentor feedback and discussion

Participant Requirements
• Online registration is mandatory
• Visual materials (trailers, excerpts, references) are encouraged but not compulsory

Through the CIDFF Project Review, filmmakers are invited to refine their narratives, clarify their vision, and prepare their projects for the next stage of production, funding, or circulation.

Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc44pYbEv3XM-8QP2uXDZPEiDHCcd05ActZvy4pI6aIhKQXKA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Registration is free.
Deadline: 09.01.2026