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In 2020, a year that has been tough for everyone, Christmas movies and shows have provided a particular comfort and escape. Over the months of pandemic-related chaos and isolation, many have made holiday movies and series a part of their everyday routine, with their predictable plots, hopeful endings and the ability to make staying indoors seem wonderfully cosy. On Christmas Day, here are some movies and shows to stream on Netflix.
25 December 2020, 07:14 AM
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23 December 2020, 09:24 AM
Nuhash Humayun announces his first feature film, “Moving Bangladesh”
Nuhash Humayun is one of the most promising young filmmakers in the country, proving his pedigree with many web projects, short films, TVCs and music videos. He is also one of the directors of Bangladesh’s first anthology film “Iti Tomari Dhaka”, which was recently selected for Oscar nomination in the International category.
23 December 2020, 09:24 AM
Nachiketa lends voice to Bangladeshi feature film
Renowned Indian singer Nachiketa Chakraborty lent his voice to a song for the Bangladeshi feature film, “Raat Jaga Phool”. Directed by actor Mir Sabbir, the film will feature Nachiketa in the song, “Dinbodoler Din Shuru”. The recording of the song concluded before the pandemic situation escalated, but the final version of the song was recently received by the director.
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23 December 2020, 07:10 AM
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22 December 2020, 09:44 AM
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22 December 2020, 07:36 AM
Abdul Kader tests positive for Covid-19
Renowned actor Abdul Kader tested positive for Covid-19 on December 21. His daughter-in-law, Zahida Islam, confirmed the news. “We were hoping that he would get better slowly, but things have gotten even more difficult. We really don’t know what to expect,” she shared.
22 December 2020, 06:19 AM
Kazi Hablu appointed as Director of Music at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy
Legendary percussionist and musician Kazi Hablu has been appointed as the Director of Music at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).
21 December 2020, 08:17 AM
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21 December 2020, 07:04 AM
Abdul Kader brought back to Dhaka from Chennai
Renowned actor Abdul Kader, who was diagnosed with stage IV cancer, has been brought to Dhaka from Chennai’s Christian Medical Hospital. The news has been confirmed by the actor’s daughter-in-law, Zahida Islam.
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