"ইত্যাদি" is one of the most beloved television shows in Bangladesh, known for its unique way of showcasing the country's history, culture, and traditions. Each episode is filmed in a different location across the country, highlighting the local heritage. This time, "ইত্যাদি" has brought its magic to the scenic border town of Sherpur.
The episode was filmed at the picturesque Madhutila Ecopark, located in the Garo Hills of Nalitabari Upazila in Sherpur. The show features a special folk music performance by Sherpur's traditional artist Tara Bayati, accompanied by Pantha Kanai, with lyrics by Kabir Bakul.
Additionally, there is a dance performance featuring over a hundred local dancers from Sherpur, both Bengali and indigenous communities. The performance is set to a song that introduces Sherpur, with lyrics by Moniruzzaman Palash, choreography by Kamal Kanti Pal, and vocals by Rajib and Tanzina Ruma. The music for both songs was composed by Hanif Sanket and arranged by Mehdi.
The episode also includes an investigative report on the long-standing conflict between humans and elephants in Sherpur. The international segment features a documentary on China's Central Television Headquarters, the China Tower, and the Great Wall of China.
Moreover, viewers will be treated to reports on Sherpur's various tourist attractions, historical sites, and its GI product, Tulshimala rice. There is also a segment on a local farmer, Sentu Kumar Hajong, from Chatkia village, known for his research on this unique variety of rice. Another fascinating report focuses on the rare collection of unusual hobbies by Shahidul Islam.
As always, the show includes the humorous "Nani-Nati" (Grandmother-Grandson) segment, where they discuss current issues. This episode’s skits tackle topics such as food bloggers' antics, the impact of social media views on relationships, the misuse of artificial intelligence in begging, the consequences of illegal earnings, and corruption in various forms.
The audience segment of this episode features a quiz about Sherpur, with four participants selected from different communities. They are joined by popular singer Animesh Roy from the greater Mymensingh region.
The episode's prominent cast members include Shabnam Parvin, Anwar Shahi, Tariq Swapan, Zahid Shikdar, Surbana Majumdar, Solaiman Khoka, Sadia Tanzin, Ziaul Hasan Kislu, among others. Hanif Sanket, the show's creator, writer, and presenter, directs the program, which is produced by Fagun Audio Vision. The set design and stage planning were managed by the show's regular art director, Mukimul Anwar Mukim, with assistance from Rana Sarkar and Mohammad Mamun. This episode will air on September 6 at 8 PM on BTV and BTV World.
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