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Arts & Entertainment
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Feature
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TV & Film
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Entertainment
Meril Prothom Alo Awards 2025: Alamgir honoured, industry celebrated
25 April 2026, 00:34 AM
TV & Film
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Music
Special programme at Shilpakala marks Farida Parveen’s birth anniversary
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Music
Hania Aamir coming to Bangladesh
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TV & Film
AK Ratul laid to rest beside his father
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Music
‘Kaanta Laga’ fame Shefali Jariwala dies at 42
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Music
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Entertainment
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Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
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Books & Literature
I focus on my work, not my co-star: Keya Payel
Keya Payel is one of the rising stars of our television industry, winning over fans with her acting prowess and simplicity. Recently the actress has impressed the audience with some of shows aired during Eid.
30 May 2022, 18:00 PM
Imran’s Hindi song crosses a million views in one day
Popular musician Imran Mahmudul lent his voice to the Hindi track “Mainu Das Tu”, which crossed 1 Million views in just a day of its release.
30 May 2022, 11:08 AM
South Korean cinema rules over 75th Cannes Film Festival
South Korean cinema has once again hit the global headlines after director Park Chan-wook bagged the award for best director for his production “Decision to Leave” and Song Kang-ho won best actor for his drama “Broker” at the 75th Cannes Film Festival.
30 May 2022, 07:09 AM
Teaser of ‘JK 1971’ impresses
The official teaser of the first English Language film based on the Liberation War of Bangladesh, “JK 1971”, released yesterday to critical acclaim.
29 May 2022, 18:00 PM
Swedish film “Triangle of Sadness” bags Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or award
The 75th instalment of the Cannes Film Festival wrapped up recently after two weeks of screening films from all over the world.
29 May 2022, 18:00 PM
I never said anything inappropriate
Noted television actor Sazu Khadem has been spending busy days on the sets. The actor, who recently hosted Meril-Prothom Alo awards, is now in conversation for his quick wit, as well as three new films this season.
29 May 2022, 18:00 PM
He was the most powerful actor of our time: Raisul Islam Asad
Humayun Faridee and Raisul Islam Asad spent a long time together for Dhaka Theatre. The two have acted together in theatre, television dramas and films. They have many happy memories, and on Humayun Faridee’s birthday, Raisul Islam Asad reminisced the late great actor.
29 May 2022, 11:55 AM
Indigenous Canadian director barred from Cannes for wearing ‘wrong shoes’
Indigenous Canadian filmmaker Kelvin Redvers was barred from entering the red carpet at the 75th Cannes Film Festival for wearing traditional moccasins. Redvers is a member of the Dene Indigenous community and grew up in the Northwest Territories of Canada.
29 May 2022, 10:54 AM
Enamul Haque was a true patriot: Asaduzzaman Noor
Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year.
On his birth anniversary, we spoke to legendary actor Asaduzzaman Noor to know about their friendship and more.
29 May 2022, 10:35 AM
He always remained true to his art and principles: Mamunur Rashid
Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year.
On his birth anniversary, we spoke to legendary actor Mamunur Rashid to know about their friendship and more.
29 May 2022, 10:30 AM
Dr Enamul Haque was a true gentleman: Abul Hayat
Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year.
On his birth anniversary, we spoke to his friend and colleague, National Award-winning actor and noted scriptwriter Abul Hayat to know about their fond memories with him.
29 May 2022, 10:25 AM
I miss laughing with him: Lucky Enam
Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year.
29 May 2022, 08:04 AM
Bangladesh to be celebrated as ‘Country of Focus’ at Mumbai Int’l Film Festival
Bangladesh is the “Country of Focus” at the 17th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), which begins today. India is honouring 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence at the event.
28 May 2022, 18:00 PM
A dazzling celebration of the best in showbiz
The image of legendary artistes Runa Laila and Sabina Yasmin being given Lifetime Achievement Awards by an emotional Ferdausi Rahman -- will be immortalised as one of the most meaningful, significant and iconic moments in the history of the Meril-Prothom Alo Awards.
28 May 2022, 18:00 PM
"LASCARi: Bangla heritage story to be staged in Glasgow tomorrow
Bangladesh heritage community in Glasgow will be presenting their production “LASCARi” (Lascar Ami) at The Tall Ship, Glasgow, tomorrow at 3:30 pm and 5 pm.
28 May 2022, 10:56 AM
Films, flashing lights, and stars: Cannes Film Festival concludes today
The Cannes Film Festival geared up for a bumper 75th anniversary edition with a selection of big Hollywood names, buzzy newcomers and previous Palme d’Or winners from May 17– a splashy return even as the conflict in Ukraine looms over festivities.
27 May 2022, 18:00 PM
Satyajit Ray’s ‘Golpo Bolpo Tarini Khuro’ to be adapted in Hindi
A Hindi film adaptation of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s short story, “Golpo Bolo Tarini Khuro”, is in the works. Ananth Narayan will direct the film, titled “The Storyteller”.
27 May 2022, 18:00 PM
Mithila’s ‘Maya’ to be screened at North American Bengali Conference
Rafiath Rashid Mithila has quite a few films awaiting release, including Raajorshee De’s “Maya”, Riingo Banerjee’s “A River in Heaven” and Arunav Khasanbish’s “Nitishastro”.
27 May 2022, 18:00 PM
Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan gets clean chit in cruise drugs case
India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has dropped its drug-on-cruise case against Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan due to “lack of evidence.”
27 May 2022, 09:40 AM
Maria Nur blessed with baby boy
Model, actress, and anchor Maria Nur has welcomed her first child. The baby boy was born on May 12 in the USA. The actress took to her Facebook page to announce the news. She had flown to the USA this January.
27 May 2022, 09:30 AM