Md Shariful Islam known as Shaon is a well-known film personality and festival programmer in Bangladesh, and he has been associated with the Liberation DocFest Bangladesh for several years, & work for renown company, Khona Talkies. He is also founder of streaming platform Lagvelki.com
Liberation DocFest Bangladesh is an annual international documentary film festival that takes place in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with the aim of promoting documentaries that explore issues related to human rights, social justice, and environmental sustainability. The festival is organized by the Liberation War Museum, and Shariful Shaon has been a key member of the festival programming team since its inception as LDF Bangladesh.
As a programmer, Shariful Shaon is responsible for selecting and curating documentaries from around the world that resonate with the festival’s theme and objectives. He is known for his keen eye for powerful and thought-provoking films that challenge audiences to think deeply about issues affecting society.
In addition to his work with the Liberation DocFest Bangladesh, Shariful Shaon has also been involved in Film Society Movement of Bangladesh. He is widely respected in the film community for his dedication to promoting independent cinema and for his contribution to the growth of the film industry in Bangladesh.