I personally visited this fish market called kawran bazar fish market.

Kawran Bazar Fish Market stands as one of the largest and most vibrant wholesale fish markets in Bangladesh—and arguably, one of the most intense sensory experiences in South Asia.

I saw from the pre-dawn hours, it pulses with life, commerce, and the relentless rhythm of a megacity that never truly sleeps.
Kawran Bazar itself dates back to the Mughal era, originally named after a merchant named Kawran Singh, who established a trading post here in the 18th century.
Over time, it evolved into one of the busiest commercial hubs in the capital.

Today, the fish market, located within the larger Kawran Bazar wholesale complex, has become a crucial artery in the city’s food supply chain.

I believe Kawran Bazar Fish Market isn’t just about buying and selling fish—it’s about feeding the city.
The market serves as a distribution hub, supplying restaurants, hotels, street vendors, and households throughout Dhaka.
It’s a place where rural meets urban Dhaka,Bangladesh.
In filming Kawran Bazar, I felt capturing more than just a market, I am documenting a living ecosystem, a testament to Bangladesh’s deep connection to its rivers and waterways, and the untold stories of thousands who make their livelihoods in the midst of chaos, commerce, and culture.