Badhon attending Rotterdam Film Fest with ‘Master’
Sheikh Arif Bulbon :
“‘Master’ is a political thriller and a very timely film. Viewers will be able to relate to many realities of our country.
The story reflects how leadership changes over time and how moral decay can gradually set in.
My fellow actors have performed brilliantly. I truly enjoyed working with them.
Most importantly, I had the opportunity to work with a very strong and dedicated team,” popular actress Azmeri Haque Badhon said this before leaving the country while describing about the film ‘Master’, directed by Rezwan Shahriar Sumit.
Badhon went to the Netherlands on Thursday to attend the 55th edition of the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR), while director Sumit has already arrived in Rotterdam.
The film ‘Master’ is set to make its international debut even before its theatrical release.
‘Master’ has been selected for the 55th edition of the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR), where it will have its world premiere.
It has been chosen for screening in the festival’s prestigious ‘Big Screen Competition’ section where Badhon plays a significant role in the film.
Reacting to the selection, Badhon told this correspondent, “It is a great joy for me that ‘Master’, a film I acted in, is competing in the ‘Big Screen Competition’ section of the International Film Festival Rotterdam.
At the same time, it feels wonderful as a Bangladeshi film. It is truly a big achievement and very happy news for me.”
She also said, “Since a Bangladeshi film and a film I acted in are competing there, I’m also going.
Actors Nasir Uddin Khan and Zakia Bari Mamo will also be attending.”
Speaking about the film’s world premiere, Badhon said, “Alongside competing, ‘Master’ will also have its world premiere.
The premiere will take place on February 2. I will be present and will be able to understand the audience’s reactions.”
Sharing details about her role, Badhon said she has appeared in a completely new kind of character in ‘Master’.
“Audiences may view my character somewhat negatively. I play the role of a UNO (Upazila Nirbahi Officer), which has been a new experience for me,” she added.