Beder Meye Josna (transl. Josna, the Daughter of a Bedey) is a landmark Bangladeshi romantic drama film released in 1991. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Shahidul Islam Khokon , the film became a massive commercial success and a cultural phenomenon in Bangladesh. It is remembered for its tragic love story, its portrayal of the Bedey (river gypsy) community, and its timeless music.
Josna falls in love with , a young man from a settled, mainstream society (often depicted as a city dweller or a wealthy family's son). Their love defies social boundaries, traditions, and the prejudices of both communities.
