BD’s first Online Photojourno Sazzad captures ‘Cannes 2025’
Shahariar Islam Sovon :
At the 78th Cannes Film Festival held in 2025, where the red carpet shimmered with international stars and cinematic brilliance, one unique lens told a different story—through the eyes of Bangladeshi photojournalist Sazzad Hossain. Representing Bangladesh as the country’s first online photojournalist to cover the prestigious global event, Sazzad brought a fresh perspective to the world stage.
Sazzad is not just a photographer; he is a storyteller of the times. His lens captures more than just beauty—it captures emotion, moments, and history. His photographs from Cannes 2025 have offered audiences an insider’s view of the world’s most glamorous film festival, highlighting not only international celebrities but also the significance of a Bangladeshi presence in such a grand arena.
From Natalie Portman to Tom Cruise, from Christina to Bollywood icons like Boman Irani and Anupam Kher, Sazzad’s camera immortalized vibrant, candid moments and warm expressions. His work did not merely showcase faces—it narrated a story of culture, connection, and shared creativity.
This year, more than ever, Sazzad’s presence stood as a testament to Bangladesh’s growing role in international media. His work reached both national and international outlets, capturing the behind-the-scenes aura of Cannes that often remains hidden from public view.
Speaking on his experience, Sazzad remarked: “These images are not just about celebrities they are documents of time.” Indeed, through his lens, the history of Cannes 2025 comes alive, seen not just through glitz, but through heartfelt perspective and professional precision.
A recipient of the Bangladesh Press Council Award in 2021,
Sazzad made history as the first online photojournalist to receive
such an honor in the country. His journey from local recognition to international acclaim marks a new chapter in Bangladeshi photojournalism.
As a photojournalist who covered Cannes from the frontlines of the red carpet, Sazzad has proven that Bangladeshi visual storytelling holds its own in the global arena with sensitivity, style, and substance.