Information and Broadcasting Minister Barrister Andaliv Rahman has described cinema as a powerful medium for changing the mindset of society and people.

He made these remarks while addressing the chief guest at a function organized on the occasion of 'Film Directors' Day 2026' at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) auditorium yesterday. The function was organized by the Bangladesh Film Directors' Association.

The Information Minister said, "At one time, we might have seen the message that movies gave with our eyes, but it would have been embedded in our hearts. Every movie should have its own character and clear message. Every movie by talented filmmakers, including renowned filmmaker Amjad Hossain, had a social and humane message."

Calling for the production of quality films in the future, the Information Minister said, "We all want to work together in the future so that our films speak again."