The film industry in Bangladesh, then East Pakistan, began its journey in 1956. Since then, most movies made in Bangladesh have been hero-centric.

There was a time when Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) was packed with actors and technicians all day and night, filming movie scenes across the premises. But over time, circumstances worsened as fewer movies started being produced with every passing year

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of Galleri Kaya, an exclusive group exhibition by 43 modern and contemporary artists from Bangladesh and India, will begin tomorrow at 6 pm at the gallery premises in Uttara, Dhaka.

Having worked for theatre troupe Aranyak for 26 years, Tamalika Karmaker is a renowned name in theatre, film and television. The actor first came to prominence with Humayun Ahmed’s Kothao Keu Nei, and went on to become a notable figure in the acting industry. The Daily Star recently

Renowned model and actor Shokh has made waves in the entertainment industry for as long as she has been a part of it. However, she decided to take a break from acting some time ago and has returned after a year and a half long hiatus.

With the participation of key figures like Amir Ahmad Chowdhury, Pandit Sunil Dhar, Pandit Pabitra Mohan Dey, Sanjib Dey, Asit Kumar Dey and others, LAAYA is set to inaugurate a commemoration ceremony at 6:30 pm today, titled ‘Reminiscing with Music: Sritite Mastermoshai’.

Prominent musician Topu recently entertained the audience in Kolkata during a musical evening arranged at a renowned restaurant. Bangladeshi record label G-Series and Kolkata based musician Anurag Halder jointly organised the programme.

The 23rd National Art Exhibition is underway at the National Art Gallery of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA). The exhibition, inaugurated on July 1, is featuring an array of artworks on diverse mediums and genres by 310 artists.

‘Family Crisis’, directed by Mostafa Kamal Raz, will be aired on NTV at 9:40 pm today. The tele-fiction stars Shahiduzzaman Selim,

For the first time in his storied career, Chanchal Chowdhury is going to star in a regular television serial on BTV. The serial, titled Kaaler

Drawing Words is an exhibition that features ten illustrators from across the UK, whose works play an important role in the contemporary British picture book illustration sector. The exhibition is an opportunity for people to look at children’s picture book illustrations and discover a new generation of books and artists.

The greatness of the national poet, Kazi Nazrul Islam is not limited to his music, poetry or drama. He instigated a modern and liberal idealism, and contained unsurpassed philosophical archetypes.

One of the most popular stars of current cinema, Shabnam Bubly has garnered a large fan-following all over the country. She has been consistently starring in films and all of them have been well received so far. In a conversation with The Daily Star, she discusses her new film, which is set to release during Eid-ul-Adha.

The artistes of Alokdhara, a cultural organisation in Mymensingh city, performed in a show organised by Mymensingh Press Club at its auditorium on Saturday.

Trust, determination, gratitude, respect and open-mindedness - - are the five values Abinta Kabir lived by. Through her work and lifestyle, in her essays, and most importantly, with her every action, it was evident that she was true to everything she believed in.

National award-winning actor Zaira Wasim, who shot into fame with her role in Aamir Khan-starrer Dangal three years ago, announced her “disassociation” with acting yesterday, saying she was not happy with the line of work as it interfered with her religious faith.

Theatre troupe Prangonemor staged their 12th production, Darao Jonmo Jodi Tobo Bonge, at the Nilima Ibrahim Auditorium of Bangladesh Mahila Samiti on June 29, 2019.

Today marks the birthday of Jaya Ahsan, one of the most prolific actors in the history of the country. She boldly quit the television industry while she was the most popular actor there, to transition into cinema.

The event is being organised jointly by ATN Events and Sunglow Entertainment. The concert was announced at a press conference held

Considered one the biggest music festivals in the world, the Glastonbury Festival, which is held on a farm in Somerset, England, is a five-day annual event, except for ‘fallow years’, taken mostly at five year intervals. This year, the 49th edition of the bonanza began on June