Dhaka, May 25 -- In a historic feat for Bangladeshi cinema, filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev and his team have brought home the country's first-ever award from the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, winning a Special Jury Mention for their short film 'Ali'.

Rajeev confirmed the news on his social media platforms from Cannes, writing: "This is for Bangladesh. Thank You Festival de Cannes."

Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki congratulated the team in a Facebook post, saying: "Congratulations Adnan Al Rajeev and team 'Ali' for winning Special Jury Mention at Festival de Cannes! Very very proud of you all."

Celebrated actress and Rajeev's wife, Mehazabien Chowdhury, also shared her excitement, posting: "Bangladesh just got its first award fro...