Grameenphone and Chorki team up to bring premium entertainment

In a significant step towards simplifying digital entertainment access, Grameenphone, the country's leading telecommunications provider, has partnered with Chorki, Bangladesh's premier entertainment platform, to enable users to purchase premium subscriptions directly using their mobile balance.

The announcement was made at an event held at Chorki's office in Dhaka on 5th May 2025 evening. Top officials from both Grameenphone and Chorki were present at the signing ceremony. Representing Grameenphone were Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Yasir Azman, Chief Product Officer (CPO) Solaiman Alam, Zahiduz Zaman, Head of Digital Platform, Payment & Partnership, and other senior executives. From Prothom Alo, Editor Matiur Rahman, Executive Editor Sajjad Sharif, Managing Editor Anisul Haque, Deputy Head of Finance Ankur Saha, and Chief Digital Business Officer Jabed Sultan Pias attended the event. Chorki was represented by its CEO, Redoan Rony, and Marketing & Growth Lead, Faisal Rahman.

This new initiative marks a significant step in empowering users with easier, more convenient access to digital content. When purchasing a premium subscription, grameenphone customers will see "Grameenphone" listed as a payment method directly within the Chorki app and website. As part of the launch offer, Grameenphone customers can now subscribe to Chorki's premium content for three months at only BDT 289, payable directly from their mobile balance. This makes accessing Chorki's vast library of award-winning dramas, films, web series, and more easier than ever.

Yasir Azman, CEO of Grameenphone, said, "We are continuously working towards simplifying our customers' digital lifestyles. Entertainment is an integral part of this experience. Our partnership with Chorki is another step in ensuring that our users get easy, uninterrupted access to high-quality local content, now just a click away using their mobile balance."

Redoan Rony, CEO of Chorki, expressed enthusiasm over the collaboration, stating, "Chorki is committed to bringing world-class Bangladeshi entertainment to viewers in the most convenient way. Teaming up with Grameenphone allows us to reach more people and offer a seamless subscription experience. We are excited to bring this opportunity to our audience."

This partnership enhances digital convenience and positions Grameenphone as the most accessible gateway to premium digital content for millions of users across Bangladesh.