Ityadi’s compiled episode to be aired tomorrow

An episode of popular magazine show “Ityadi” was filmed in October 2021 in Sonargaon, Narayanganj, once known as the ‘Dundee of the East’, before an audience of several thousand. 

Written, directed and presented by Hanif Sanket, the compilation featuring highlights from the Sonargaon shoot and previous episodes will be aired on Bangladesh Television (BTV) tomorrow at 8:30pm. 

The episode features three musical performances. One brings together singer Kumar Bishwajit and Chishti Baul, with lyrics by Mohammad Rafiquzzaman and music composed and arranged by Ibrar Tipu. 

Another song, written by Moniruzzaman Palash, highlights Sonargaon’s history and heritage through a dance performance featuring more than 50 local dancers. 

The programme also features a song performed by Santu, with lyrics by Liton Adhikari Rintu. Santu was once a regular performer on “Ityadi”, recognised for his distinctive style.

Several reports explore the history and heritage of Narayanganj and Sonargaon, including the Bangladesh Folk Art and Crafts Foundation. 

Other features highlight Shahed Kayes, who is bringing education to underprivileged children; nature enthusiast Khairul Alam’s tree-planting efforts; a follow-up on an innovative school in Kishoreganj’s haor region; and the drinking water crisis faced by residents of Gabura Union in Satkhira’s Shyamnagar.

The episode also includes satirical sketches on contemporary social issues, audience interactions, the popular “Nani-Nati” and “Mama-Bhagne” segments, and viewer correspondence.