Martin Scorsese is backing an AI startup
3 June 2026, 14:20 PM
Tech & Startup
Happy birthday: Hollywood honors Marilyn Monroe, 100 years on
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Entertainment
Who really wrote what you loved in Bonolota Express?
27 May 2026, 16:53 PM
Film
Resmi Mirza’s song ‘Premer Juddho’ arrives on YouTube after two years
17 May 2026, 19:45 PM
News Bytes
Documentary on renowned photographer Nasir Ali Mamun wins top award at UK Asian Film Festival
12 May 2026, 16:17 PM
Film
Under full moon, Shakira thrills 2 million fans on Rio's Copacabana beach
3 May 2026, 23:42 PM
Music
James receives special honour at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
24 April 2026, 19:57 PM
Music
British PM slams London event for booking Kanye West
5 April 2026, 21:36 PM
Arts & Entertainment
US judge tosses Blake Lively's sexual harassment case against Justin Baldoni
3 April 2026, 10:39 AM
Arts & Entertainment
50 years on it still echoes, "You talkin’ to me?"
23 March 2026, 18:33 PM
Film
Fazlur Rahman Babu sings ‘Amay Bhashaili Re’ for ‘Mastul’
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‘Jumanji’ and ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor James Handy stabbed to death
6 June 2026, 12:16 PM
Entertainment
‘Ali’ wins another international prize, this time at Balinale 2026
5 June 2026, 20:06 PM
Entertainment
Aamir Khan confirms wedding to Gauri Spratt this July
5 June 2026, 14:06 PM
TV & Film
Bangladeshi documentary ‘Payer Chhaap’ to be screened in China
5 June 2026, 13:20 PM
TV & Film
New Valentine’s Day song brings Abir Sadaf and ‘Laage Ura Dhura’ singer together in AI-crafted music video
5 February 2026, 11:57 AM
Music
Special programme at Shilpakala marks Farida Parveen’s birth anniversary
31 December 2025, 06:12 AM
Music
Hania Aamir coming to Bangladesh
16 September 2025, 04:23 AM
TV & Film
AK Ratul laid to rest beside his father
28 July 2025, 05:24 AM
Music
‘Kaanta Laga’ fame Shefali Jariwala dies at 42
28 June 2025, 03:46 AM
Music
Star Cineplex to launch new branch in Uttara this Eid
25 March 2025, 12:30 PM
Entertainment
MUSINGS / The journey of 'Khwabnama' from a novel to a play
24 October 2022, 09:47 AM
Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
24 September 2022, 09:03 AM
Books & Literature
‘Blonde’, ‘White Noise’ share Venice Film Festival limelight
A Marilyn Monroe drama “Blonde” by Dominik; a cannibal road movie “Bones and All” by Luca Guadagnino; and a black comedy film “White Noise” by Noah Baumbach, are among the top films being showcased at this year's Venice Film Festival.
27 July 2022, 10:29 AM
When Shakib meets Shakib
The 'king' of Dhallywood, Shakib Khan, has been staying in the US since last November. While the actor had recently expressed his eagerness to return to Bangladesh, he will unfortunately not be able to do so, at least for the remainder of July.
27 July 2022, 08:49 AM
Pori and Razz prepare for parenthood
Celebrity couple, Sariful Raaz and Pori Moni, have been spending a great deal of time together as the couple are currently expecting their baby, who is due in September. During the pregnancy period, Pori Moni has been scheduling photoshoots to remember this period of her life.
26 July 2022, 12:50 PM
Salman Khan praises ‘Vikrant Rona’ stars Sudeep and Jacqueline
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently attended the Hindi trailer launch of upcoming Indian Kannada-language action-adventure fantasy film “Vikrant Rona's”. The Hindi version of the film is being distributed by the Salman’s production company, Salman Khan Films (SKF).
26 July 2022, 12:29 PM
Tickets for ‘Hawa’ sold out
Advance booking of tickets for Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s debut film “Hawa” have now closed. The news was confirmed by the hall authorities. Marking the film’s release date (July 29), the ticket sales, for areas outside of Dhaka, began on July 24. However, all available shows have already been declared houseful for the production.
26 July 2022, 11:13 AM
July’s ULAB Literary Salon discusses Bangladeshi short story anthologies
An engaging discussion on translations unfolded at the event.
26 July 2022, 07:48 AM
After ‘Poran’, we have high hopes for ‘Hawa’: Misha Sawdagor
Alongside his commendable performances in negative roles, popular actor Misha Sawdagor has successfully served as the president of Bangladesh Film Artists' Association. The actor is currently awaiting the release of four of his productions, namely “Cinema-Local”, “Pordar Arale”, “Betray”, and “Jimmi 2”.
26 July 2022, 04:02 AM
Eurovision song contest 2023 moved to UK as Ukraine "too risky"
Next year’s Eurovision Song Contest will be staged in Britain, organizers announced Monday, after concluding it is too risky to hold the much-loved pop extravaganza in the designated host country, Ukraine.
25 July 2022, 16:21 PM
Darlings trailer: Dark humour against domestic violence
Netflix dropped the trailer for Alia Bhatt and Shefali Shah starrer film "Darlings" on Monday. The trailer, which has already created buzz among the audience, is a perfect amalgamation of dark comedy and domestic violence.
25 July 2022, 13:30 PM
Houseful: Resurgence in Dhallywood
Throughout the 1990s, Bangla cinema managed to win over the audience, giving way to the culture of visiting theatres. However, in the last two decades, fewer people started to visit cinema halls, accompanied by a declining number of films releasing every year. With time, movie theatres also started closing down due to a lack of audiences.
25 July 2022, 13:22 PM
‘Mirakkel’ famed Jamil Hossain returns home after 11 days in hospital
‘Mirakkel’ famed comedian and actor Jamil Hossain was rushed to hospital on July 14, after his health deteriorated. He was diagnosed with heart attack, and underwent treatment at the National Heart Foundation for the last 11 days.
25 July 2022, 11:45 AM
First look of Deepika from ‘Pathan’ out
The makers of “Pathaan” have dropped the first look of Deepika Padukone from the film on Monday. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film also stars Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham.
25 July 2022, 10:23 AM
Why did the censor board halt Raihan Rafi’s ‘Noor’?
“Noor”, another one of his projects, was submitted to the Bangladesh Film Censor Board (BFCB). The board suggested a re-edit. According to the jury members, they liked the plot of the film, however, due to sound issues, they could not watch the film properly. Sohanur Rahman Sohan, one of the jury members, told several media outlets that the production was not dubbed properly, and it seemed ‘unedited’.
25 July 2022, 10:04 AM
‘Ityadi’ shot in Trishal, to air on July 29
Popular television show of the 90s, Ityadi has aired for many years now. The show is known for presenting the culture and heritage of Bangladesh in an entertaining way.
25 July 2022, 09:23 AM
Nawshaba’s ‘Together We Can’ to participate in WOW Festival
The Wow (Women of the World) Festival, organised by the British Council will be held at Rajshahi College on Thursday, July 28.
24 July 2022, 11:38 AM
Afsana Mimi to play Sheikh Fazilatunnesa in children’s film
Prominent actress Afsana Mimi and five-times National Film Award winning actor Ferdous will be sharing the screen for the first time. They have collaborated for the children’s film “Sheikh Russel-er Jonno Opekkha”, to be directed by Noor E Alam.
24 July 2022, 10:16 AM
“Beni Khuley” trending on Tiktok
Voiced by Habib Wahid and Muza, the song "Beni Khuley" is now trending on Tiktok. It released on Thursday, under the banner of Qinetic Music on YouTube.
24 July 2022, 02:50 AM
Moushumi coming back with “Deshantor”
Popular actress Moushumi starrer government granted film "Deshantor" is expected to hit the theatres on September this year.
23 July 2022, 12:39 PM
Mousumi Mou will represent Bangladesh in South Korea
Anchor, actress and mime artiste Mousumi Mou collaborated with young mime performer Mir Lokman to participate at the 31st Asia Solo Performance Festival 2022, to be held in Geochang, and Gangnam of South Korea. The event will be held from July 29-31. Their production “Colour, blood, and a scream” will be staged at the festival.
23 July 2022, 10:19 AM
India’s National Film Awards: Suriya, Ajay Devgn share Best Actor award
The winners of the 68th National Film Awards of India were revealed today in New Delhi. “Soorarai Pottru” won three awards, while “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” received two. Suriya and Ajay Devgn shared the Best actor award for their films “Soorarai Pottru” and “Tanhaji The Unsung Warrior”.
23 July 2022, 10:09 AM