Jagannath University Film Society

Adnan Soykot’s involvement with the Jagannath University Film Society (JNUFS) began in 2020 as a general member and gradually evolved through years of dedication and leadership. From serving as an executive member in 2022 to becoming the Publication and Publicity Secretary in 2023 where he edited and launched the society’s first official magazine Cineframe, his contributions have been both creative and strategic. In 2024, he was elected President of JNUFS, leading major initiatives like Amader Cinema and founding the first Jagannath University National Film Festival (JNUFF 2025), which brought national attention to student-driven cinematic expression.

Journey With JnUFS

On Adnan's first day at university, the vibrant 'Amader Cinema 2020' film screening caught his attention, and he watched almost every movie there.

He learned that JNUFS organized the event, and immediately signed up to become a member.

During the pandemic, He became member of JNUFS through virtual interviews, and after lockdown, They were introduced to newly formed Executive Committee (2021–2023) along with the new Vice-Chancellor of JnU.

Despite the pandemic's aftermath, JNUFS screened 'Muktir Gaan' on Victory Day, December 16, 2021. Adnan's very first program with the society.

After the pandemic, JNUFS resumed recruiting new members in 2022 and immediately held their freshers’ reception.

JNUFS resumed its regular activities and organized an open screening of Stop Genocide at Mukto Mancha on Independence Day 2022.

JNUFS organized an Iftar Program during Ramadan in 2022.

General Meeting of Executive Committee (2021–2023)

JNUFS organized Amader Cinema 2022 after a two-year break.

JNUFS organized a promotional event for the film Operation Sundarban.

The JNUFS team attended the Cine Evening at the Goethe-Institut.

JNUFS organized the '35mm Film Festival' featuring short films made by JNU students.

JNUFS conducted member recruitment and a fresher reception in 2023.

JNUFS celebrated it's 14th Anniversary on march 14 2023.

JNUFS organized 'Muktir Chobi' events on march 2023.

JNUFS organized 'Aamadda' in the summer of 2023.

Team JNUFS attended the Chalotorongo Film Festival at BUET, organized by BUET Film Society.

JNUFS organized a Film Appreciation Workshop in 2023.

JNUFS organized a promotional event for the film Antarjal.

JNUFS published the first edition of its annual magazine Cineframe on Jagannath University Day 2023, with Adnan Soykot as the editor while serving as the Publication and Publicity Secretary.

The newly elected Executive Committee of JNUFS (2024–2025) was introduced in the presence of the Vice Chancellor and Treasurer, with Adnan Soykot elected as President and Hasibuzzaman Rick as GS.

On February 14, 2024, JNUFS organized Bashanto Panchami, combining its first-ever Saraswati Puja with Pohela Falgun and Valentine’s Day celebrations.

JNUFS conducted its member recruitment in 2024.

The JNUFS team attended Cine Evening in collaboration with the German cultural center, Goethe-Institut.

JNUFS organized the first-ever Content Fest 2024 at JNU.

JNUFS organized an Iftar and Fresher Reception in 2024.

JNUFS attended the Mongol Shobhajatra on Pohela Boishakh 1431 and 1432.

JNUFS continued its regular room screenings again under the title Matinee Show.

JNUFS published the second edition of its annual magazine Cineframe on October, 2024.

JNUFS conducted the second phase of its 2024 Member Recruitment.

JNUFS organized a Masterclass with two-time National Award-winning cinematographer Sumon Sarker.

JNUFS collaborated on an open-air movie screening called Friday Movie Night at Sohrawardi Udyan Mukto Mancha.

JNUFS organized its flagship program Amader Cinema 2024 after another two-year break.

Team Priyo Maloti attended a promotional event for Amader Cinema 2024 along with its lead actress, Mehazabin.

Director Nuhash Humayun attended a Q&A and promotional event for Pet Kata Shaw 2 (Dui Shaw) in Amader Cinema 2024

JNUFS organized another Pohela Falgun celebration called Fagun Haway in April 2025.

JNUFS organized a special premiere of the Bongo Original Aladiner Prodeepe Jevabe Doitya Elo (APJDE), directed by its President, Adnan Soykot.

JNUFS organized an Iftar in 2025.

JNUFS announced and prepared for its first-ever National Film Festival.

JNUFS opened the 1st Jagannath University Film Festival 2025 across three venues, featuring 60+ films and a masterclass.

A masterclass on advertising filmmaking by Raka Nowshin Nower was held during the first JNUFF.

The first JNUFF concluded with a closing and award-giving ceremony attended by the Honourable Vice Chancellor of JNU, the jury, JNUFS mentors, and alumni.