Andrew Garfield plays Sam Altman in OpenAI film ‘Artificial’
9 September 2026
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Sony launches free live TV service on PS5
2 September 2026
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Technology
Sony Music and Warner Chappell sue Anthropic over alleged copyright infringement
31 August 2026
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Technology
Tagore and Nazrul: The complex bond between two literary titans
27 August 2026
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Arts & Entertainment
RoboCop is getting a reboot, again
26 August 2026
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Technology
Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80
26 August 2026
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Entertainment
Dave Bautista cast as Kratos in Amazon’s God of War series
21 August 2026
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Technology
Main Vaapas Aaunga: A quiet film about going home found its way through Bollywood’s noise
11 August 2026
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Culture
Netflix tumbles as slowing growth, less viewership data spook investors
17 July 2026
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Pop Culture / The real reason Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ became a streaming hit
13 July 2026
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Culture
‘Support comes from unexpected places’: Badhan reflects on Venice ordeal
11 September 2026
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Entertainment
‘One Piece’, ‘Dragon Ball’ voice actor Mike McFarland dies at 56
11 September 2026
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Entertainment
Documentary on Gaza killings gets 25 minute ovation at Venice Film Festival
11 September 2026
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TV & Film
Dhallywood’s formidable villain: Revisiting ATM Shamsuzzaman’s memorable television roles
10 September 2026
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Entertainment
Toronto film festival opens with 200-plus films and major stars
10 September 2026
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Entertainment
Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman in Songwriters Hall of Fame
12 June 2026
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Music
Under full moon, Shakira thrills 2 million fans on Rio's Copacabana beach
3 May 2026
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Music
Pratul Mukhopadhyay, a personification of Ekushey February’s spirit
20 February 2026
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Culture
Taylor Swift's 'Life of a Showgirl' launches with global promotion
3 October 2025
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Arts & Entertainment
Star Cineplex to launch new branch in Uttara this Eid
25 March 2025
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Entertainment
MUSINGS / The journey of 'Khwabnama' from a novel to a play
24 October 2022
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Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
24 September 2022
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Books & Literature
Catching up with Siam
Popular actor Siam Ahmed rose to fame with consecutive successful performances in a career spanning just a few years. The actor has been immensely busy with film projects lately intending to establish himself as a permanent face of the film industry. Currently working on several projects simultaneously, on a candid chat with The Daily Star, the actor shares details of his works and more.
18 June 2021
The case for origin movies of iconic villains
Aided largely by Stone’s brilliant performance, impeccable music, and outlandish costume design, it is a comprehensive showcasing of proper utilisation of creative talents by one of the largest studios in the world.
18 June 2021
An unwavering dedication to dance
In Indian classical performance art, the Guru-Shishya Parampara plays an integral role. It is handed down from teachers to their disciples. Traditionally attributed to traveling bards in the North of Ancient India, called ‘Kathakars’ or storytellers,
18 June 2021
I have gotten more out of my career than I ever hoped for: Ferdousi Majumdar
Noted actor Ferdousi Majumdar has been entertaining the audience for decades. Known for her acclaimed performances in numerous plays, tele-fictions, and films, she is one of the towering figures of the entertainment arena. She played key roles in notable theatrical productions, and garnered praise as a director as well. In recognition of her outstanding contribution to the arts, Ferdousi Majumdar was awarded the Ekushey Padak, Independence Award, Shaheed Altaf Mahmud Padak, and Bangla Academy Award. The actor was born on this day in 1943 in Barishal. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, she looks back at her glorious career.
18 June 2021
Stop Cyberbullying Day 2021: Our celebrities deserve better
The recent incident regarding Pori Moni is a perfect example of how eager many netizens are to blame and jump to conclusions, with the 29-year old film star saying she was subjected to harassment, attempted rape and murder.
18 June 2021
A “Beshi Joss” guitar experience
Nafeez Al Amin, besides being arguably the most energetic drummer in the music industry, had become a fully-fledged craftsman with Beshi Joss Customs a few years ago. What it originally started as a passion project for the Arbovirus drummer, is now a workshop of dreams for all sorts of musical instruments, especially custom-made guitars.
17 June 2021
Hoichoi announces eight-episode original ‘Mohanagar’
Popular OTT platform Hoichoi recently announced their next original series, “Mohanagar”, written and directed by Ashfaque Nipun. The eight-episode series is set to stream from June 25 on the platform. Hoichoi launched a short teaser, followed by the unveiling of all lead cast members, through character posters with a dialogue from each of them. The full trailer of the series will be unveiled on June 19.
16 June 2021
Veteran actor Swatilekha Sengupta of Satyajit Ray's 'Ghare Baire' fame no more
Noted Bengali actor Swatilekha Sengupta passed away at a hospital in Kolkata earlier today (June 16), after a long battle with kidney ailments, according to media reports. She was 71. She is survived by husband Rudraprasad Sengupta and daughter Sohini. She was undergoing treatment at the private hospital, after being admitted there with renal problems.
16 June 2021
Executive committee of Singers Association of Bangladesh announced
The fourth general meeting of Singers Association of Bangladesh was held online yesterday. Around 50 musicians, from all across the country, were in attendance. The meeting started with tributes to eminent musicians of Bangladesh, and freedom fighters who fought for our country’s liberation. Joint Convener Kumar Bishwajit gave the welcome address and Hasan Abidur Reja Jewel presented the activities of the association for the last six months, to all members.
16 June 2021
‘Gone Girl’ actor Lisa Banes dies 10 days after hit-and-run
“Gone Girl” actor Lisa Banes died 10 days after being injured by a hit-and-run driver in New York City, police said.
16 June 2021
20 films to receive government grants for 2020-21
Each year, the Government of Bangladesh provides grants to several full-length and short films. For the 2020-2021 budget year, as announced by the Ministry of Information on June 15.
15 June 2021
Women should never stop speaking out: Pori Moni
In a recent press conference at her residence, film star Pori Moni shared an unpleasant incident, where she claimed that she was subject to harassment and an attempt to rape and murder. The actress spoke to The Daily Star at her Banani residence on Monday night about the night's torture, intimidation, lawsuits, artistes, and the struggles of ordinary women outside the media.
15 June 2021
Habib and Marusha collaborate for “Urey Cholechi”, their second single together
Industry stalwart Habib Wahid and promising young vocalist Marusha Namia have released their second single together – “Urey Cholechi”.
15 June 2021
Celebrating Shabana’s cinematic brilliance on her birthday
Today marks the birthday of noted actor Shabana, who stepped into the world of cinema in the 60s. She last appeared in the 1997 film, “Ghore Ghore Juddho”. In 2000, she permanently settled in the USA. She has been out of the limelight for over two decades.
14 June 2021
Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s debut web series “Ladies and Gentlemen” to premiere on ZEE 5
A virtual press conference for the unveiling of Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s debut web series “Ladies and Gentlemen” was held today at 4 pm. The ZEE 5 original series will premiere globally on July 9.
14 June 2021
Oscar-nominated actor Ned Beatty dies at 83
Ned Beatty, the Oscar-nominated character actor who in half a century of American movies, including “Deliverance,” “Network” and “Superman,” was a booming, indelible presence in even the smallest parts, has died. He was 83.
14 June 2021
Attempted rape: Pori Moni names attackers
Actress Pori Moni revealed the identity of the perpetrators who allegedly assaulted and attempted to rape her.
13 June 2021
Pori Moni claims attempted rape, murder; asks PM for justice in Facebook post
Film star Pori Moni posted a status on her verified Facebook page today, claiming attempted rape and murder. The actress addressed the post to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, asking for justice as a citizen of Bangladesh.
13 June 2021
18 artistes, 2 organisations to receive Shilpakala Padak 2019, 2020
Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy announced the names of 20 recipients for its prestigious Shilpakala Padak 2019 and 2020.
13 June 2021
Bangladeshi artist Fawaz Rob’s artwork voted best in PenhArt International Exhibition
Fawaz Rob’s artwork, “Long Walk Home” was voted as the best entry among all participants at PenhArt International Exhibition. Jurors and audience voted his work to be the best among eighty participants from all over the world, including France, Japan, USA, and UK.
13 June 2021