Cultural News

Bangla-dubbed version of Descendants of the Sun to stream on Toffee

K-drama fans in Bangladesh are in for a treat as Toffee, the country leading digital entertainment platform, is set to premiere the Bangla-dubbed version of Descendants of the Sun on 1 May.
Widely regarded as one of the most iconic Korean dramas of all time, Descendants of the Sun holds an impressive IMDB rating of 8.2. For the first time, viewers will be able to experience this global phenomenon in Bangla, with popular local celebrities Rafiath Rashid Mithila, Irfan Sajjad, and ABM Sumon lending their voices to the characters, offering audiences a richer and more enjoyable viewing experience.
Golam Kibria, Chief Digital Officer (CDO) of Banglalink, said, “At Toffee, we are attuned to what our audience wants and loves. The growing K-drama fanbase in Bangladesh clearly reflects a strong demand for Bangla-dubbed international content. By expanding our Korean drama library, we are committed to making world-class entertainment even more accessible and enjoyable for local viewers.”
Viewers can enjoy Descendants of the Sun and thousands of other local and international movies and series with a simple subscription on Toffee. With a collection of over 2,000 titles, Toffee continues to be a go-to destination for those looking for quality entertainment, now with even more options in their native language.

Stories of grit that inspire a generation

Success is often romanticized—flattened into trophies, headlines, and Instagram captions. But behind every image that commands admiration lies the invisible: years of resistance, repetition, and resolve.
Directed by filmmaker Tanvir Mahmud Dip, the film features three Bangladeshis who have emerged as unlikely but undeniable icons in their fields: Sura Krishna Chakma, KM Asad, and Kashfia Afra. Together, they sketch a narrative of quiet defiance—each choosing perseverance over predictability, and conviction over convenience.
From the hill tracts of Rangamati, boxer Sura Krishna Chakma has been fighting long before he ever stepped into a ring. Navigating limited resources and systemic neglect, Sura carved his name into national consciousness through sheer willpower. His story, anchoring the film theme of performance, is a tribute to those whose hardest battles are the ones no one sees.
If Sura is the embodiment of endurance, KM Asad brings a different kind of clarity. A veteran photojournalist whose lens has captured the world attention—from refugee crises to climate disasters—Asad segment is a meditation on perspective. His journey suggests that seeing deeper is not just a skill, but a responsibility. With nuance and patience, he shows how the power of focus can change not only what we see, but how we act.
The third figure is perhaps the most visually striking. Kashfia Afra, one of the few female professional racers in the country, stands at the crossroads of speed and elegance. In a landscape where women are rarely handed the keys, Kashfia built her own vehicle—literally and metaphorically. She represents design with purpose, reminding us that grace is often born of grit.
What makes this film notable is not just its cinematic quality—though it has earned recognition from AdWorld for its narrative craft—it is the honesty with which it treats struggle. There is no glamorized hustle, no empty inspiration. These are stories told in full, with the stumbles intact.
The Note 50 Series makes a quiet appearance, woven seamlessly into the themes of resilience and capability. Infinix, a brand often aligned with the ambitions of youth, chooses storytelling over self-promotion—because this film is not about a phone. It is about people. About the restless ones. The ones who do not ask for an easier path, but who make the rocky road their proving ground.
Because ultimately, this is not about a phone. It is about people. About how determination is rarely loud, but always powerful. How talent might open the door, but it is tenacity that walks through it. And how the future is not something we wait for—it is something we design, inch by inch, decision by decision.
As the stories fades to black, what lingers is not a product, but a pulse—a reminder that every journey worth taking begins, not with certainty, but with courage.
But this film is not just about individual victories—it is about the honesty of struggle. There is no glamorized hustle here, no empty inspiration. These are stories told in full, with the bruises intact. It’s about performance, not as a showcase, but as survival.

Internet Buzzing: Who the new pro?

With top influencers asking the question, the number of speculations surrounding this is skyrocketing too.
At least top five social media influencers, including some of the biggest names on social media, have already become a part of the trend and the number is going up. The conversation has ignited a wave of curiosity and anticipation.
The names include Nusrat Jahan Ontora, Rakib Hossain, Rafsan The Chotobhai, SamZone, SP Creation and more.
Rafsan The Chotobhai, on his social media, wrote, he met a really interesting person in Malaysia. His video shows a man handing over a card to him that later challenged him saying he was not the pro. Rafsan exclaims, “who the new pro?”
In another event, Nusrat Jahan Ontora wrote, “who the new pro?” She was seen receiving an anonymous parcel at her doorstep. A card in the parcel challenges her of not being the real pro.
Sam of Samzone was seen shooting a footage at his office while one of his team members entered and told him that someone challenged him. A overwhelmingly surprised Sam asks, “who the new pro?”
SP Creation, in his social media post, writes that someone has been threatening him about not being the real pro anymore. Some anonymous person delivers a letter to him with the threat. Even in this case, the content creators, at the end, asks, “who the new pro?”
Rakib Hossain too posted a footage on his social handle mentioning a similar experience.
Although the details remain scarce, one thing is certain, something groundbreaking is on the horizon.
Could it be a game-changing innovation, a breakthrough in technology, or an entirely new phenomenon? The mystery deepens, and the excitement builds!
Fans and trendsetters alike are eagerly decoding the hints as the trend followers prepare for a major revelation. Keep your eyes peeled – something big is about to make waves!

The artistic journey of Kawaii Khoka on TikTok

Abdullah Al Mukramin, known as Kawaiikhoka to his growing fanbase, is not just an artist—he is a storyteller. His journey from doodling in notebooks to becoming a recognized figure in the art world and social media is as vibrant and layered as his paintings. With a deep connection to his cultural roots and an innovative approach to modern platforms like TikTok, Kawaiikhoka is redefining how art meets storytelling.
Art has always been a refuge for Kawaiikhoka. As an only child until the age of seven, he spent countless hours watching TV and recreating characters from his favorite shows. This playful pastime soon evolved into a passion. “I have been doodling in my books and notebooks since childhood,” he shares.
However, like many young dreamers, his creative pursuits took a backseat during his O-Level and A-Level studies. It was not until the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic that he returned to painting, armed with fresh inspiration from art films and an exploration of folk culture and mythology.
The story behind the name “Kawaiikhoka” is as imaginative as Kawaiikhoka art. Initially painting for personal enjoyment, it was his friend Turjo who pushed him to share his work online. Abdullah first post—a reimagined painting of characters from the classic Bengali folktale collection Thakumarjhuli—received overwhelming love and encouragement. This marked the beginning of his online presence.