<div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">At the 12th edition of the Bioscope Star Awards 2024, renowned director Naznin Hasan Khan was honored with the Best Director award. The prestigious ceremony took place on December 24, 2024 (Tuesday) at the Central Kochi-Kanchar Mela in the capital, organized by the Bioscope Cultural Foundation.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">During the event, Naznin Hasan Khan was presented with the award by the chief guest, Justice Siddiqur Rahman Mia (Appellate Division, Bangladesh Supreme Court), and the main discussant, cultural figure Pirzada Shaheedul Harun. The event was inaugurated by Professor Dr. M. Nazirul Islam Tamiji, with Shafiqur Rahman presiding.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">On receiving the award, director Naznin Hasan Khan expressed her gratitude, saying, "It feels great to be recognized for any work, as it enhances my love, passion, and responsibility toward my craft. In filmmaking, I dont want to restrict myself to a specific genre. I always strive to create works that are considerate of the audience. I will continue this approach in the future. Creating diverse stories is what defines my work."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">She further added, "I do not prefer superficial work. I have no interest in conventional stories. I feel most comfortable telling tales that reflect the societal context, in sync with the times."</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">She also thanked the judging panel and the guests for their support and acknowledgment.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">bnbd24/kh</div>