Anwar Ehtesham unveils his first photo book “Hopes and Dreams”

Anwar Ehtesham Khandaker, an independent photographer and storyteller, has launched his debut photo book, Hopes and Dreams: Stories from the Streets of Dhaka. This collection of 121 compelling photographs captures the hopes, dreams, resilience, and daily lives of Dhaka’s working-class individuals—the unsung heroes who embody the soul of the city. The book vividly showcases Dhaka’s vibrant streets, rich with colors, textures, and geometries, as a backdrop to the resilience and aspirations of its people. Despite the challenges of poverty and hardship, these stories of hope and perseverance shine through each photograph, portraying a city that thrives on the strength and dreams of its inhabitants. “This book invites readers to look beyond the surface and discover the beauty, struggles, ...