When Nosferatu came out of the shadows
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Arts & Entertainment
Pratul Mukhopadhyay, a personification of Ekushey February’s spirit
20 February 2026, 09:07 AM
Culture
Warfaze, nine individuals get Ekushey Padak
6 February 2026, 07:35 AM
Arts & Entertainment
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
Analysis / Netflix’s $72 billion Warner Bros deal faces skepticism over YouTube rivalry claim
13 December 2025, 07:03 AM
Business
Warner Bros fight heats up with $108 billion hostile bid from Paramount
9 December 2025, 06:23 AM
Business
Dharmendra passes away
24 November 2025, 18:08 PM
Bollywood
Are Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau dating?
12 October 2025, 17:04 PM
Entertainment
Taylor Swift's 'Life of a Showgirl' launches with global promotion
3 October 2025, 08:16 AM
Arts & Entertainment
Sanchita Rakhi voices Puja song by Dwijendralal Roy
27 September 2025, 11:20 AM
News Bytes
Together in prayers, together in festivities
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TV & Film
Every character tells a different story and that excites me: Tanzika Amin
6 March 2026, 18:54 PM
TV & Film
‘Lord of the Rings’ director Peter Jackson to receive honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026
6 March 2026, 14:28 PM
Entertainment
Priyanka Chopra to present at the 98th Academy Awards
6 March 2026, 14:15 PM
Entertainment
A filmy, star-studded Eid mired by logistical questions
6 March 2026, 10:00 AM
TV & Film
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
Khamkheyali Sabha honours Sanjida Khatun’s legacy with memorial tribute
3 June 2025, 12:44 PM
Music
Bangladeshi singers to perform in Saudi Arabia’s Dammam
24 April 2025, 06:02 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
I am called ‘Dhallywood Queen’ because of Shakib Khan: Apu Biswas
Apu Biswas, who is acclaimed for her portrayals in the silver screen, recently said that as Shakib Khan is called the king of Bengali mainstream cinema, as his co-star,she is too referred to as ‘Dhallywood Queen’.
8 November 2023, 13:04 PM
‘Mike’ bags Best Feature Film Award at Singapore
The movie, financed by the Bangladesh government, is built around the premise of commemorating Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s March 7 speech and was released on August 11.
8 November 2023, 05:54 AM
‘Neel Joler Kabbyo’ trailer to release this week
After the immense success of the web-film "Redrum", the Afran Nisho and Mehazabien Chowdhury duo were not seen in any OTT content together. They will however come together for this web-film by Shihab Shaheen.
7 November 2023, 13:41 PM
Meghdol to perform in Kolkata
The concert, headlined by Meghdol, will also feature several other musicians from Coke Studio Bangla at the Hard Rock Cafe in Kolkata on November 18.
7 November 2023, 05:33 AM
Salahuddin Lavlu’s television drama set to commemorate Humayun Ahmed
The drama, named “Ami Humayun Ahmed hote chai,” is written by Razia Sultana Jenny, and renowned artistes like Dolly Zahur, Jonaed Bukdadi, Riya, Sarker Apu, Roshan, Roshni, and Salahuddin Lavlu himself are featured in it. The TV drama is scheduled to be aired at 9:30 PM, November 13, on Channel i.
6 November 2023, 07:56 AM
The evolution of horror on Bollywood silver screen
The horror genre in Bollywood has come a long way since its inception. From the days of black-and-white classics to the modern era of psychological thrillers and supernatural tales, the evolution of horror in Indian cinema is a fascinating journey. This genre has not only sent chills down the spines of audiences but also provided a unique lens through which filmmakers have explored societal fears and cultural taboos.
31 October 2023, 09:40 AM
Up-and-coming Bangla band Tulkalam releases debut album
The grand album launch event took place on Thursday at The Junction in Niketan, Dhaka, where the band graced the stage to perform the songs live. Tulkalam's debut album is now available on leading music platforms such as Spotify, YouTube, Deezer, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, among others.
13 October 2023, 11:42 AM
Debut single 'Shoite Pari' marks LKG Quartet's remarkable start
The LKG Quartet, a vibrant band led by artist and composer Labik Kamal Gaurob, is lately making waves in the music scene. With Ahnaf Khan Anik on guitar and co-production, Farshid Alam on bass, and Adnan Rushdi on drums, this ensemble has recently unveiled their debut single, "Shoite Pari".
8 October 2023, 11:35 AM
Music and the space it creates for literature
I cannot, for the life of me, definitively describe what makes music. Growing up in a family where music of any form was not typically paid any reverence, my exposure to it was tunnelled into mainstream pop songs for the longest time.
4 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Former gang leader charged with Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder
A former gang leader was charged Friday with the 1996 murder of rap legend Tupac Shakur, whose shooting death rocked the music world and exposed the violent underbelly of the popular gangsta rap genre
29 September 2023, 20:30 PM
A K Rahul bids farewell to band Trainwreck after 11 Years
Guitarist, drummer, and music composer A K Rahul has officially said goodbye to the band, Trainwreck after an incredible 11-year musical journey. Rahul took to Facebook to share this significant decision with his fans and followers.
19 September 2023, 05:40 AM
‘Salman Shah was way ahead of his time’
Salman Shah was not only a beloved actor, but also a style icon. Today is the 27th death anniversary of the superstar. He passed away on September 6, 1996, leaving behind legions of fans. In his brief acting career, he starred in 27 films, most of which were blockbuster hits. Popular leading ladies of the current Bangladeshi film industry spoke to The Daily Star about films of Salman Shah they would have liked to star in.
6 September 2023, 06:30 AM
'No intention to insult': BTS star RM addresses 'Bad Religion' controversy
Yesterday, BTS leader RM went live on Weverse to explain his stance on the "Bad Religion" controversy. Earlier this month, the popular rapper shared Frank Ocean's song, "Bad Religion", on his Instagram Stories.
31 August 2023, 04:42 AM
Irish singer Sinead O'Connor dies aged 56
Irish pop singer Sinead O'Connor, who shot to worldwide fame in the 1990s, has died at the age of 56
26 July 2023, 18:49 PM
Khilgaon street named in honour of Fakir Alamgir
The enduring memory of the legendary folk singer Fakir Alamgir will now be etched forever in the very streets he called home.
Today, on the second death anniversary of this eminent musician, Road No 6 of Chowdhurypara in Khilgaon has officially inaugurated as "Fakir Alamgir Road" in presence of Dhaka North City Corporation Mayor, Md Atiqul Islam.
23 July 2023, 09:46 AM
The comfort of rereading old books
I often feel overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of new books that I still want to read—so many stories, so little time—and understand that this is an ambition that rereading can only delay.
2 July 2023, 10:48 AM
Riverdale can be anytime, anywhere
Sweet, colourful, and funny, Archie comics were one of the only graphic narratives available for people who weren’t interested in superheroes and really gritty, edgy comics like Batman.
22 June 2023, 07:53 AM
Bangladeshi singer Shwapnil Shojib awarded ‘Best Rabindra Sangeet Artiste’ at Ananda Mela LA
With a deep understanding of Rabindranath's message, Shwapnil's melodious voice has managed to spread the charm of Rabindra Sangeet, not only in the hearts of Bangladeshi music lovers, but also to fans around the world.
20 June 2023, 13:34 PM
Scrounging revelations out of music
I don't remember at what point in life I learned to recognize the fallacy behind the not-like-other-girls phenomenon and discarded it for an all-encompassing love for female friendship and solidarity, in acceptance of femininity in all its forms. But I do know that Taylor Swift played a significant role in it.
20 June 2023, 12:46 PM
Musician, vlogger Bushra Shahriar ties the knot
Bushra Shahriar is a musician, vlogger, and a PHD student at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee.
18 June 2023, 13:20 PM