Filmmaker Anarya Murshid’s book on Korean band BTS released

Filmmaker Anarya Murshid has written an essay book titled ‘BTS: Seoul to Soul’ about the rise of the popular Korean pop music group BTS. The book was released on May 19.

The book -- about the rise of the Korean pop band – is now available in the market, said a press release.

The book includes biographies of seven BTS stars, their struggles, a list of shows, albums and awards. An important article on the Korean Cultural Wave and the practice of soft power was published in the book.

“I am making a film based on the cultural crisis of a Bangladeshi BTS fan. During the preproduction of the film, I felt the need for a book on K-pop,” said Anarya.

The publisher of the book said he also wanted to publish some cultural, diplomatic books. In the past, his publishing house has also published such books.

“I hope the book will play a role in the cultural bridge that Bangladesh is building with Korea for a long time. Through the book, elders will also see this generation in a positive light,” Anarya added.

This paperback book of about 150 pages has been published by Ujan. Laila Ferdouse has designed the cover. The printed price has been kept at 350 BDT. The book is available in various online book shops including Rokomari and Ujan’s page. BTS fans of West Bengal can collect the book from ‘Tobuo Proyas’, ‘Lalan’ and ‘Chandal Books’.