A discussion titled "Implementation of the Law to Control Smoking Scenes in Films: Duties of Stakeholders" was held at the Information Building on February 25, 2026. In a statement, the Board said the headline 'No National Award if Smoking Scenes in Films' and the misrepresentation of speeches by guests created confusion among the public. The clarification followed a discussion titled “Implementation of Law to Control Smoking Scenes in Films: Duties of the Stakeholders,” held at the Tathya Bhaban on February 25, 2026. It categorically stated that no decision was taken at the meeting that films portraying smoking scenes would be barred from receiving National Film Awards. He did not say that steps would be taken to stop smoking scenes in films.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 27, 2026 12:28 UTC