Biography
Rana Masud Profile

Film Director

Ferywala Communications

Rana Masud Profile

Film Producer

Ferywala Communications

Rana Masud Profile

Teacher

Bangladesh Film Institute – BFI

Biography

A FEW WORDS
ABOUT ME AND MY WORK
Rana Masud Film Director

Professional Life:

Creative Director (2002- 2009)

Rana Masud served Madonna Advertising Ltd. and Dhanshiri Communication Ltd. for years as a Creative Director. During my services in advertising agencies, I have specialized in conceptualization and idea generation of creative work as well as translating these ideas into creative materials. I have developed many creative for many brand promotions and behavioral changes on social causes.

Managing Director (2006- Till Now)

Ferywala Communications, a prominent film production company in Bangladesh, is dedicated to advancing global cinema with a resolute commitment. The company excels in the craft of narrative through compelling visuals and sophisticated cinematic language. Spearheaded by the highly skilled and acclaimed advertisement filmmaker Rana Masud of Bangladesh, Ferywala Communications has established itself as an admirable force in the industry. The advertisements produced under the Ferywala Communications banner have received praise from both critics and audiences, contributing significantly to the company’s esteemed reputation. These successes have helped Ferywala Communications to earn a favorable reputation among its business clients as well. Rana Masud Film Director, Producer, and Teacher in Bangladesh.

Film Director (2006- Till Now)

Rana Masud is one of the pioneers who changed the face of Bangladeshi TV commercials. He possesses extensive expertise in brand promotion and behavior change communications, having acquired a wealth of knowledge and skills as a Film Director specializing in various forms of visual storytelling. He has proficiency extends to the development of impactful TV commercials, TV spots, PSAs (Public Service Announcements), video documentaries, and docu-dramas. Through he has experience, he has honed the ability to effectively convey messages and elicit desired responses from audiences, showcasing a nuanced understanding of both the creative and strategic aspects of visual communication. Some of his directed like Baby Zinc TV Spot for ICDDR-B, Arong Milk TV commercial for BRAC, and Joyeetar Joy Jaatra 26 episode Talk Show regarding Professional Women have widely been praised by many people in the advertising industry. He has Directed 300 Ad Films in Bangladesh. Rana Masud Film Director, Producer, and Teacher in Bangladesh.

Screenplay writer (2002- Till Now)

Rana Masud wrote several screenplays from the beginning of his career. He received the Best Screenplay Award for The Residence (নিবাস) Short Film “Al-Nahj International Film Festival 2018 (Iraq)” and The Fragrance ( আতর) Short Film “Festival Ouled Teima du Film International 2022 (Morocco)”. Rana Masud Film Director, Producer, and Teacher in Bangladesh.

Producer (2002-Till Now)

Under the banner of Ferywala Communications, Rana Masud consistently produces a multitude of projects that receive acclaim from both critics and the broader audience. Rana Masud Film Director, Producer, and Teacher in Bangladesh.

Teacher (2002-Till Now)

For the past eight years, I have been actively engaged as a teacher at the Bangladesh Film Institute (BFI). Within this educational role, I specialize in instructing Film Production Design and Shot Division, providing students with valuable insights and knowledge in these critical aspects of filmmaking. Rana Masud Film Director, Producer, and Teacher in Bangladesh.

Awards:

International Film Award:

* Grand Prize Award at Festival Ouled Teima du Film International 2019 (Morocco) for The Residence (নিবাস) Short Film.

* Best Director & Screenplay Award at Festival Ouled Teima du Film International 2022 (Morocco) for The Fragrance (আতর) Short Film.

National Film Award:

* Best Short Film Award at Sylhet Agricultural University Film Society 2018
* Best Director Award at Sat Rong Short Film Festival 2021
* Best Director Paeace Film Award 2023

Member:

Honorable Member of Bangladesh Short Film Forum
Honorable Member of Bangladesh Film Institute Alumni Association
Honorable Member of Film 4 Peace Foundation
Honorary Member of the theater, Office and Publicity Secretary.
Honorable Member of AD Club
Honorable Member of Theatre artist association of Dhaka (TAAD)

As Jury Board Member:

Honorable Member of Peace Film Festival
* Held in Dhaka from 29 October, 2023- 31 October, 2023, organized by Film 4 Peace Foundation

Participant

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Notable Work:

Non-Fiction

Directed Talk Show (26 episodes) regarding Professional Women “Joyita Joy Jatra” broadcasted on NTV.

Social Film & Documentary

» Dengue ( UNICEF )
» BCCP(Pride and Glory, Thank You, Akti Desh Akti Poriber)
» BCCP (PPR)
» BRAC (Aloran,Jagoran)
» Pacific Bhutta
» SMC Blue Star
» RAMMRU PSA
» Baby Zinc(Teaser, Emotional)
» Aman Group Corporate Documentary
» Documentary film for Save labor Migration(RUMMRU) and Brac Education Program
» Docudrama “Guptodhan” for BRAC
» DIIT

» Plan Bangladesh (oney hunt)
» Plan Bangladesh (mother)
» SPEMP(world bank project)
» CIDD ( UNISEF)
» Electricity Savings Campaign(3 TVCs)
» Smiling Sun Clinic (USAID)
» Amtranet Group Documentary
» World Bank (SPEMP)
» ICDDRB (Baby Zinc)
» Joyeeta (Ministry of Women and Children Affairs)
» NSI

AD Films

» SKB Pressure Cooker
» SKB Cookware
» SKB Gas Burner
» 2 Fun Wafer
» Alibaba Door & Home Solution
» 2 Fun Noodles
» Zam Zam Tower
» ERD
» High Speedy Hair Color
» Partex Cable
» Florida Orange
» SKB Cookware
» SKB Pipe
» SKB Sink
» Runner Knight Rider Bike

» Sunflower OIl
» Danish Muster Oil
» Danish Dry Cake
» EGP
» Jute
» Monalica Tiles
» Zelta Mobile Phone
» Jeera Pani
» Bexi Fabrics
» Infinity Mega Mall
» Jute TVCs
» Fresh Premium Tea
» Danish Simla Tea
» Fresh Insta milk Powder
» Apollo Hospital Dhaka

» Banglalink
» Vision 21 Purbachal City
» Goalini Condensed Milk
» Doreo Biscuit
» Modhumoti Bank Ltd.
» Danish Candy
» Danish Full Cream Milk Powder
» Goalini Full Cream Milk Powder
» Meena Bazar
» Danish Spice Powder
» Islami Bank mKash
» O La La Potato Biscuit
» Star Bond Adhesive
» Partex Door
» Partex Furniture

» Danish Toast Biscuit
» Comfort Sea Star
» RC Cola
» Daffodil Int. School
» Icy Drinks
» DADA Mineral Water
» Global Money Transfer
» RUCHI-Pickle
» Chutny, Budam, Chips
» Lal Teer
» Arong Milk
» Myntra
» Westecs
» RAK Ceramics
» Mutual Trust Bank
( Remittance. SME Loan)
» Vim Dish Wash

Film

Film Name
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The Battles of Belonia (Documentary Film)
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The Fragrance (Short Film)
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Rupsha Nodir Banke (Film)
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The Residence (Short Film)
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Simantorekha (Film)
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Jibondhuli (Film)
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Rabeya (Film)
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Lalsalu (Film)
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Designation
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Director
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Director
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Assistant Director
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Director
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Assistant Director
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Actor
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Actor
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Year
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2021
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2020
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2018
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2018
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2017
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2014
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2008
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2001
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