Azmeri Haque Badhan became more of a household name and a creative force to be reckoned with, after Abdullah Mohammad Saad’s directorial debut film “Rehana Maryam Noor”. The movie is the first Bangladeshi film in history to be officially selected for the Cannes Film Festival, in the Un Certain Regard section.

Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu, in association with the Siddhartha Art Gallery, is organising an art exhibition in Nepal as part of the celebration of 50 years of Nepal-Bangladesh diplomatic relations.

Drik Gallery has celebrated its 33rd founding anniversary with the inauguration of Indian photographer Amiya Tafadar’s solo exhibition “The Long Journey Home”. The exhibition, featuring heart-wrenching photographs captured during the War of Liberation, 1971– was inaugurated on September 4, 2022. This open-for-all exhibition will run at Drik Gallery from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM every day till September 16, 2022. 

From Mira Nair’s “Monsoon Wedding” to Imtiaz Ali’s “Highway”, the chronicle of Hindi cinema mainly was linear with similar kinds of stories, songs, making and melodramatic extravaganza. Nevertheless, it is high time that the country, which is to date wrapped up with archaic societal injustice, discrimination and backdated familial norms, realises the importance of telling stories that had not been heard before.

Raihan Rafi directorial "Poran" has continued on its trajectory of success since its release. After casting its magic in Australia, the film is now set for theatrical release in Paris, France starting tomorrow.

The official trailer for the web-film, “Nishwas”, which is directed by Raihan Rafi, has been released today. Previously, the director impressed audiences with his film, “Poran”. Chorki released the trailer for “Nishwas” through their official Facebook page.

The free, year-long fellowship for creative writers from South Asia, is accepting applications until September 30, 2022. 

Veteran thespian and director, Abul Hayat won over the hearts of millions with his remarkable performances on radio, television, the silver screen, and the stage over the last five decades. Last year, two of his books were launched at the Ekushey Boi Mela. So far, he has authored a total of 34 books. The Ekushey Padak-winner turned 78 today. In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Abul Hayat shared his philosophy of life, his aspirations and much more.

Gulf Arab countries on Tuesday asked Netflix to remove “offensive content” on the streaming service, apparently targeting programs that show people who are gay and lesbian.

After being crowned Miss Super Model Bangladesh in 2017, model and actress Zahara Mitu became a prominent face in the entertainment industry. She starred in the Kazi Hayat directorial film “Joy Bangla”, which is scheduled for release on Victory day, December 16, this year. Not only that, she is also preparing to start shooting for the film “Agun”, in which she will star opposite Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan. In a recent interview with The Daily Star, the talented actress talked about her journey to stardom and much more.

The sudden demise of legendary songsmith Gazi Mazharul Islam has left behind a massive void in the country’s cultural arena, which was graced by his tireless work for over six decades.

“A brilliant lyricist like Gazi Mazharul Anwar will not be born again in our country. It might seem like an exaggeration, but it is true,” said veteran musician Khurshid Alam while reminiscing about Gazi Mazharul Anwar, who passed away on Sunday.

Free to enter and open to any citizen, aged 18 and over, of a Commonwealth country, the prize accepts short story entries written in English and translated to English, as well as stories written in Bangla, Chinese, French, Greek, Kiswahili, Malay, Portuguese, Samoan, Tamil and Turkish languages. 

Helal Hafiz has been suffering from glaucoma for a long time, alongside complications with his kidney, diabetes and nerve complications.

Chorki has announced a new web film titled "Dui Diner Duniya" featuring Chanchal Chowdhury and Fazlur Rahman Babu in the lead roles. The film is directed by Anam Biswas.

Hansal Mehta’s “Faraaz”, inspired by the Gulshan Holey Artisan Bakery attack, is set to receive its world premiere at the London Film Festival, scheduled to be organised between Oct 5, 2022 and Oct 16, 2022.

Barack Obama is halfway to an EGOT. The former president won an Emmy Award on Saturday to go with his two Grammys.

What point is Lord of the Rings making in 2022? That people are racist and wage wars? The original trilogy, from two decades ago, was making that same point.

Legendary lyricist, director, producer and screenwriter Gazi Mazharul Anwar passed away today at 6:30 am in the morning. He composed over twenty thousand songs during his illustrious career. Three of his songs have made it to BBC's list of twenty best Bangla songs of all time. On the occasion of his 78th birthday, The Daily Star interviewed the Ekushey Padak awardee and multiple-time National Film Award winner at his Baridhara residence in 2021. We are providing the excerpts from the memorable interview here.

Legendary lyricist, director, producer and screenwriter Gazi Mazharul Anwar is no more.