Entertainment Report :
Heavy rains and landslides from upstream India have inundated the southeastern districts of the country. Regions such as Feni, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Cumilla, Habiganj, Moulvibazar, Rangamati and Khagrachari are struggling with severe flooding.
In the wake of this disaster, numerous showbiz personalities have stepped forward to help the flood victims. Many have visited the affected areas with essential relief supplies to those impacted.
Concert at Dhaka University
Dhaka University hosted a concert on Saturday titled ‘Joruri Songjog’ in front of the iconic Raju Memorial Sculpture aimed at raising funds and relief for flood victims.
Around 30 bands and artistes, including Shironamhin, Sonar Bangla Circus, F Minor, Arghya Deb, Krishnokoli and Shayan took the stage to perform.
The event spanned from afternoon till late into the night with every artistes performed in support of the cause.
Stars in flood-affected areas
A number of actors, musicians, and producers have swiftly mobilised to support those impacted by the floods. For instance, Arosh Khan and Tasnuva Tisha are currently in Feni, directly aiding the victims.
During a Facebook live broadcast on Saturday, they pointed out the critical shortage of dry food in the region.
They also encouraged those heading from Dhaka to carry extra provisions of dry food, clean water, and essential medicines for waterborne illnesses.
Actress Rukaiya Jahan Chamak travelled to Noakhali equipped with essential aid for the flood victims. She emphasised the importance of volunteers managing the number of people on each boat according to its capacity, ensuring a sufficient supply of fuel and carrying clean water, dry food and crucial medicines. Meanwhile, actress Ahona Rahman has journeyed to Chowmuhani, Noakhali to distribute relief supplies.
Filmmaker Khijir Hayat Khan, Arafat Hossain, actor Rashed Polash Shimanto and numerous others have rallied to support the flood victims and many others have stood by the flood victims.
Actor Siam Ahmed has announced that he will donate his earnings from the past two months to support flood victims.
He made this declaration in a video posted on Facebook, where he encouraged fellow media personalities to contribute according to their capabilities. Additionally, actresses Azmeri Haque Badhon and Zakia Bari Mamo have donated clothing to help those affected by the floods.