IFPPB-Independent Film Producers' Platform of Bangladesh

03/04/2026

Independent Film Producers' Platform of Bangladesh is happy to announce its partnership with Department of Television, Film and Photography, University of Dhaka.

This partnership aims to boost independent cinema, along with academics specially designed for film students and young filmmakers. We hope that IFPPB serves as a bridge between academics and professional filmmaking for the students of the Department of Television, Film, and Photography at the University of Dhaka, providing mentorships, networking, and production support.

13/08/2025

We are thrilled to be a partner collaborator on 's upcoming Cine Sandhya.

🎥 Featured Films of the Month:
- ERBEN AUF HALB (PEAS AT 5:30) – A German film by Lars Büchel
- RAVEN (দাঁড়কাক) – A Bangla short film by Zayed Siddiki

Feel and connect through compelling art and cinema with us!

Date: Saturday, 16 August 2025, Time: 5:00 PM, Venue: Goethe-Institut Bangladesh

We invite all the cine enthusiasts to share the aura of cinema with us.

26/04/2025

This remarkable achievement is a personal milestone for Tanveer Hossain and a proud moment for all Bangladeshi film producers. It marks a significant step forward in bringing authentic Bangladeshi stories to the global stage. Cannes is one of the highest platforms in world cinema, and this selection puts our storytelling, talent, and vision firmly in the international spotlight.

This remarkable achievement is a personal milestone for Tanveer Hossain and a proud moment for all Bangladeshi film producers. It marks a significant step forward in bringing authentic Bangladeshi stories to the global stage. Cannes is one of the highest platforms in world cinema, and this selection puts our storytelling, talent, and vision firmly in the international spotlight.
On behalf of IFPPB, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Tanveer Hossain for this incredible feat. His dedication to bold, rooted, and thought-provoking cinema continues to inspire and uplift the entire producing community in Bangladesh. We also extend our deepest gratitude to the entire cast and crew of "Ali" who brought this film to life and made it worthy of the Cannes stage.
This is just the beginning. Here’s to more stories, more milestones, and a brighter future for Bangladeshi cinema on the world map!

24/11/2024

In the last session of the Tareque Masud Technical Show, organized by the Tareque Masud Memorial Trust (TMMT), the Independent Film Producers' Platform of Bangladesh (IFPPB), and Cine Craft, four short films by four young filmmakers were screened. The films presented were "Red Apple" by Ahsan Sarun, "Joining Letter" by Nahid Noman, "Window of the Soul" by Yusuf Khan Nur, and "Ongikar" by Ananto Kumar Das.

After the screening of each film, invited guests engaged in detailed discussions about various aspects of the films. The discussion panel included filmmaker and film critic Sadia Khalid Riti, filmmaker Prasun Rahman, film educator Dr. Muhammad Sajjad Hossain, cinematographer Mohammad Arifuzzaman, filmmaker and editor Sharmin Doza, filmmaker and researcher Sajedul Islam, and sound editor Nahid Masud.

The audience and panelists were amazed and impressed by the diversity of themes and the innovative storytelling approaches of these young filmmakers. They also provided constructive feedback on how to further enhance each film. The filmmakers expressed their satisfaction at being able to showcase their work to the audience and appreciated the valuable insights they received. Guests and filmmakers alike expressed optimism that such initiatives would help young creators progress in their journeys.

Previously, on Friday, November 8, the show featured A Snail Without a Shell by Mohin Rakhine Tamukkhya, Roots That Clutch by Khalek Sadman, and Tiras by Subhasish Sinha.

You can submit your film for our next technical show at [email protected].

18/11/2024

Submit your short film for Technical show!
MAIL: [email protected]

Young filmmakers in Bangladesh tend to pursue creating films of varying lengths, despite challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, funding shortages, and other obstacles in film education and practice. Their efforts often go unsupported, with limited opportunities for proper guidance and exhibit...

14/11/2024

বাংলাদেশে চলচ্চিত্র শিক্ষা ও চর্চার অবকাঠামোগত সীমাবদ্ধতা, অর্থায়নের সংকটসহ নানা প্রতিবন্ধকতা সত্ত্বেও তরুণ নির্মাতারা নিজ উদ্যোগে নানা দৈর্ঘ্যের চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাণের চেষ্টা করে যান। কিন্তু সেসবের যথাযথ প্রদর্শনের সুযোগ খুব একটা ঘটেনা। নবীন নির্মাতাদের এই উদ্যমকে সহায়তা করার জন্য, তারেক মাসুদ মেমোরিয়াল ট্রাস্ট (টিএমএমটি), ইন্ডিপেন্ডেন্ট ফিল্ম প্রোডিউসার্স' প্ল্যাটফর্ম অফ বাংলাদেশ (আইএফপিপিবি), এবং সিনে ক্র্যাফট 'টেকনিক্যাল শো' সিরিজের আয়োজন করছে।

এই উদ্যোগের মাধ্যমে উদীয়মান চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতারা তাদের নির্মিত চলচ্চিত্র প্রদর্শন করতে পারবেন। টেকনিক্যাল শো এর আদলে করা এই উদ্যোগে উপস্থিত থাকবেন নির্বাচিত সীমিত সংখ্যক আমন্ত্রিত অগ্রজ-অনুজ নির্মাতা ও চলচ্চিত্রকর্মী-দর্শক যাদের কাছ থেকে প্রদর্শিত চলচ্চিত্র নিয়ে মূল্যায়ন ও পরামর্শ ও পাবেন নবীন নির্মাতারা। উৎসবে বা বহুল দর্শকের সামনে প্রদর্শনের আগে নবীন নির্মাতারা তাঁদের কাজটুকু সীমিত পরিসরে ও আন্তরিক পরিবেশে প্রদর্শন করে পাওয়া মতামত ও প্রতিক্রিয়া নিয়ে আত্মবিশ্বাসের সাথে এগিয়ে যেতে এই উদ্যোগটি একটি ফলপ্রসূ ভূমিকা রাখতে পারবে বলে আমাদের বিশ্বাস। আপনার চলচ্চিত্রটি আমাদের পরবর্তী টেকনিক্যাল শো-তে প্রদর্শনের জন্য জমা দিন।

In Bangladesh, in spite of obstacles including limited funding, resources, and technology, young short filmmakers put their all into telling stories. To support this passion, Tareque Masud Memorial Trust (TMMT), Independent Film Producers' Platform of Bangladesh (IFPPB) and Cine Craft are hosting a series of technical shows—a unique platform where emerging filmmakers can showcase their work, receive professional feedback, and strengthen their craft.

Submit your film to be considered for our next Technical Show. After the screening, you’ll join an engaging feedback session with professionals.

13/10/2024

For today's participants.

There has been an issue with emailing the session link for "Guidance and Experience Sharing on IFBA 2025, Busan Asian Film School Application."

Those who registered for the session yet haven't received an invitation email, please feel free to join the session:

Here's the meeting link: https://meet.google.com/uqq-nxxc-hdg?hs=224
Event Time: 13th October (Today), 9 PM Bangladesh Time (GMT +6).

Please note that we expect all to start joining 5 minutes prior.

13/10/2024

Here's the full list of speakers for tonight's session on "Guidance and Experience Sharing for IFBA 2025, Busan Asian Film School Application."

They will thoroughly guide our participants through their past AFiS, during AFiS, and post AFiS experiences and of course, will cultivate you to line up your producing shoes. Along with these inspiring independent film producers on our panel, we (Shakil, Shishir, Shajed) will be moderating the session. See you all the esteemed participants tonight at 9PM Bangladesh (GMT +6).

All the participants will get an email with a link for the session at 6PM. Stay Tuned.

12/10/2024

✨Cheers to all the film business enthusiasts of ASIA for registering for our online session "Guidance and Experience Sharing for IFBA 2025, Busan Asian Film School Application".

As we are just a day back from our event, we'll close the registration form by midnight. We'll email all the registered participants an online meeting invitation a few hours past the event. See you all in our much anticipated experience-sharing fun event.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/sAVBSfDBXig6nL888
Registration is limited.

12/10/2024

Eleanor Teh, a Malaysian producer who graduated with a BSc in Accounting and Finance in the UK, combines her academic expertise with a passion for filmmaking.

Currently, she is developing her feature films. An alumna of the 2022 Malaysian Development Lab (myLAB), she is also a 2023 fellow of the Busan Asian Film School (AFiS) and a steering committee member of the 2024 New Asian Producer Network (NAPNet).

IFPPB is thrilled to have Eleanor as an inspiring speaker for our session on "Guidance and Experience Sharing for IFPA 2025, Busan Asian Film School Application". We invite eager Asian producers to join us on 13th October, 9PM Bangladeshi Time (GMT +6) in this thorough discussion of applying to AFiS.

11/10/2024

Charlie is a film professional with a background in Asian co-productions. With an academic foundation in film and cultural studies from institutions like the Busan Asian Film School, Beijing Film Academy, and the University of Hong Kong, he has co-produced films across Hong Kong, Taiwan, and North America. Charlie's experience also includes teaching and research in the creative industry, where he has served as a program leader and researcher at various universities, focusing on Asian cinema and international co-productions.

IFPPB is thrilled to have Charlie as an inspiring speaker for our session on "Guidance and Experience Sharing for IFPA 2025, Busan Asian Film School Application". We invite eager Asian producers to join us on 13th October, 9PM Bangladeshi Time (GMT +6) in this thorough discussion of applying to AFiS.

11/10/2024

Hiranya is a Film and TV Commercial producer in Sri Lanka. She is an alumna of Busan Asian Film School (AFiS). She was also selected to participate at the Film Bazaar Producer’s Lab, Produire au Sud - Nantes, Asian Producers Network - Singapore and Asian Project Market - Korea.

Hiranya is a member of the New Asian Producers Network (NAPNet). Hiranya received the Leadership in the Field of Film Industry award at the Top50 Professional and Career Women Global Awards 2023.

She co-founded Silent Frames Productions. Her debut short film, SILENT TEARS traveled to 27 international film festivals including Locarno- Open Doors and secured 19 awards. Her feature projects SCENT OF A DEAD BODY, BEND IN THE COFFIN (TENTIGO), and RABBIT HOLE were selected to participate in the Film Bazaar Co-production market, Clinik Kathmandu - Doc Skool script writing lab, PAS - Nantes, and Asian Content and Film Market - Korea.

Her producing credits include AGNI SIRAGUGAL (short film) funded by USAID and DODANA KELI (short film) secured the production fund by iflix – Kokoro Filmmaker Festival. Her debut feature film, TENTIGO (Nelum Kuluna) is a co-production between Sri Lanka and India and premiered at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival where it secured the Special Jury Award and screened at the Glasgow Film Festival UK, Karawan Festival Rome, São Paulo IFF - Brazil. Tentigo will be the first-ever Sri Lankan film to have a remake in another country. The Indian remake is currently in production where Hiranya holds a producer credit in the remake film.
Tentigo will also be remade in Italy, Spain, USA and talks are underway for French and Belgian remakes.

Previously, she was a TV program producer and a TV commercial director at MTV Sri Lanka, a subsidiary company of The Capital Maharaja Organization.

IFPPB is thrilled to have Hiranya as an inspiring speaker for our session on "Guidance and Experience Sharing for IFPA 2025, Busan Asian Film School Application". We invite eager Asian producers to join us on 13th October, 9PM Bangladeshi Time (GMT +6) in this thorough discussion of applying to AFiS.