A new episode of the widely popular magazine show Ittadi, filmed at the foothills of the Garo Hills in Jamalpur, is set to air tonight (September 25) on Bangladesh Television (BTV).
In line with the show's long-standing tradition of highlighting local folk history, heritage, culture, historical relics, and tourism across rural Bangladesh, this episode was recorded in the open plaza of the Lauchapra Recreation Center in Bakshiganj Upazila, Jamalpur.
The episode features two distinct songs: a duet by Pantha Kanai and Toshiba Begum, and a thematic song-and-dance performance representing Jamalpur featuring vocals by Mizan Mahmud Rajib and Sithie Saha, with dances performed by local Bengali and Garo artists.
Alongside its regular segments, the episode includes several informative and touching reports, as well as an international feature showcasing the blend of heritage and modern technology in Suzhou, China.
The show will also feature its regular comedy segment starring the Kashem TV reporter and his grandson, alongside satirical skits addressing social issues.
The cast includes Solaiman Khoka, Subhashis Bhowmik, Abdullah Rana, Abdul Aziz, Zillur Rahman, Amin Azad, Anando Khaled, Mukit Zakaria, Suman Patwary, Anwar Shahi, Tariq Swapan, Sujat Shimul, Abu Hena Rony, and Suborna Mazumder, among others.
Written, directed, and hosted by Hanif Sanket, the episode will be broadcast on BTV tonight after the 8:00 PM Bangla news bulletin.