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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
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Music
James receives special honour at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
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British PM slams London event for booking Kanye West
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Arts & Entertainment
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Arts & Entertainment
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Film
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‘Jumanji’ and ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor James Handy stabbed to death
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Entertainment
‘Ali’ wins another international prize, this time at Balinale 2026
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Entertainment
Aamir Khan confirms wedding to Gauri Spratt this July
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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
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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
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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
Remembering the honest and natural voice of Amy Winehouse
Once you hear a voice like that, you know there’s a story behind all this.
23 July 2022, 09:00 AM
I found friendship, trust, and respect in him: Purnima
Popular actress Dilara Hanif Purnima only informed the media about her marriage two months after she officially tied the knot with Ashfaqur Rahman Robin.
22 July 2022, 06:14 AM
Faruque Ahmed back in direction
Faruque Ahmed made himself a household name, when he starred with beloved television show “Aaj Robibar”, as the character of Moti.
He is now is back in direction with his upcoming "Vong". He has also written the script for this drama.
21 July 2022, 11:44 AM
‘Liger’ trailer introduces Vijay as MMA fighter
The first trailer for Vijay Deverakonda's Bollywood debut film “Liger” has been released, and it explains why his character was referred to as a "crossbreed" in promotional posters.
21 July 2022, 10:28 AM
Films released this Eid-ul-Azha are performing better than last Eid
The films released on Eid-ul-Azha are doing better business than the ones released on Eid ul-Fitr this year, informed the authorities of both Star Cineplex and Blockbuster Cinemas.
20 July 2022, 14:32 PM
‘He was a one of a kind’
Today marks the death anniversary of legendary musician Kamal Dasgupta. Marking this day, his son, popular musician and frontman of celebrated band Miles, Hamin Ahmed took to Facebook to write an emotional post in memory of his father.
20 July 2022, 12:02 PM
‘Poran’ going strong, hall number increases to 55
Raihan Rafi’s latest film “Poran” has gone from strength to strength since its release. According to hall-owners, the film has performed the best among the three productions, which were released marking Eid.
20 July 2022, 11:50 AM
National dance-drama festival begins at BSA today
A three-day-long national dance-drama festival has begun in Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Wednesday. The festival will be inaugurated today, and will continue on July 24 and 25.
20 July 2022, 11:49 AM
The Colors of Youth: celebrating art across communities
“The Colors of Youth”, an exhibition run by Abu Subhan Welfare Trust (ASWT), was inaugurated at the capital’s Saifuddin Shilpalay, recently. The exhibition displayed artworks by underprivileged students from the indigenous communities residing in Bangladesh.
20 July 2022, 11:47 AM
Meghdol’s ‘E Hawa’ increases hype for anticipated film
Popular band Meghdol have released the fifth track for their upcoming album "Aluminium Er Dana", titled "E Hawa". The song is a collaboration between Meghdol and Facecard production for the upcoming film "Hawa", which is directed by Mejbaur Rahman Sumon.
20 July 2022, 11:12 AM
Celebrities did not respond to Ananta Jalil’s invitation to watch ‘Din-The Day’
74 celebrities from the film fraternity were invited to watch Ananta Jalil and Barsha starrer “Din-The Day”, on Monday at 7 pm, at the Jamuna Blockbuster Cinemas. However, majority of the artistes did not show up. Some artistes including the likes of Shahnur, Keya, D A Tayeb, Shirin Shila, among others were spotted on the screening of the film.
19 July 2022, 13:15 PM
Mani Ratnam hospitalised after testing positive for Covid-19
Mani Ratnam, who is preparing to release his much-anticipated “Ponniyin Selvan part 1”, was taken to a private hospital on Tuesday after experiencing some Covid-related symptoms in the previous few days.
19 July 2022, 13:03 PM
It is impossible to start his book and not finish it in one go: Jewel Aich
Magician Jewel Aich was a close friend of prolific writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed. They both made some great and beautiful memories together, which the artiste still cherishes.
On the occasion of the tenth death anniversary of the magician of words, Jewel shared his favourite book of Humayun Ahmed, in a recent interview with The Daily Star.
19 July 2022, 11:58 AM
Television channels pay homage to Humayun Ahmed
Today marks the 10th death anniversary of prolific writer, playwright and filmmaker, Humayun Ahmed. A variety of TV channels will be broadcasting special programmes today to pay tribute to the magician of words.
19 July 2022, 11:26 AM
“I stood in the same line twice for his autograph”
Today marks the death anniversary of noted writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed. Having worked together in projects like “Chandrakotha” and “Amar Ache Jol”, popular actor Ferdous walks down the memory lane, recalling his fond memories of the legendary writer.
19 July 2022, 10:11 AM
Kajol will be seen in a Disney+ Hotstar’s web series
After her web debut with the Renuka Shahane directorial Netflix film Tribhanga, Bollywood diva Kajol, will next be seen in a Disney+ Hotstar web series.
19 July 2022, 03:30 AM
I am coming back next week: Shakib Khan
After postponing his arrival on the occasion of Eid, the ‘king’ of Dhallywood Shakib Khan is coming back to Bangladesh next week. In a conversation over Whatsapp, the superstar informed that he is booking tickets for the coming week.
18 July 2022, 11:49 AM
Abid Shahriar’s birthday today, Putul pays tribute to her late friend
Today marks the birth anniversary of Close up-1 singer Abid Shahriar. Recalling their friendship, singer-writer Putul Sajia Sultana took to her Facebook to write an open letter in the memory of her long-lost friend.
18 July 2022, 11:05 AM
Priyanka Chopra's top 5 performances
Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra turns 40 today. Over the course of her acting career, she garnered fame and success in both Bollywood and Hollywood.
With her confidence and acting skills, she's done it all with incredible panache, from winning the Miss World title in 2000 to building a reputation for herself in Hollywood despite coming from Bollywood.
During her acting career, Priyanka has played versatile roles in movies that eventually set her apart from others and paved the way for her in Hollywood.
18 July 2022, 10:29 AM
‘Pushpa: The Rise’ strikes another record
Blockbuster film “Pushpa: The Rise” was a life-saver project for the Indian Film Industry, after the pandemic had kept cinema hall closed for months. The movie garnered much acclaim for its unique style and presentation.
17 July 2022, 14:16 PM