Ekushey Padak awardee Raisul Islam Asad stepped into acting 50 years ago, winning 5 National Awards for his commendable screen presence. The star has been honoured for the sixth time this year, with a Lifetime Achievement Award.

It was the dreadful night in March 25, 1971 that urged a 28-year-old Mahmudur Rahman Benu, a professor of statistics at Institute of Statistical Research & Training (ISRT) and a music teacher at Chhayanaut, to pick up the rifle against the Pakistani army,

“Nonajoler Kabbo” (The Salt in Our Waters) has won the Hiralal Sen Award 1428 in the Best Feature Film category at the 20th Amar Bhashar Cholochitro film festival.

Noted musicians and brothers Partha Majumder and Bappa Mazumder will appear in a music video together for the first time. They have collaborated for the song “Hoye Jao Tumi”, composed by Partha, and voiced by Bappa.

Taking a stand against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas called Russia’s actions “terrifying”.

Starting her journey with theatre, Sanjida Preeti moved from one medium to another, earning praises for her realistic screen presence and down-to-earth role choices. After the success of her recent releases, including critically acclaimed OTT productions like “Taqdeer”, Preeti is looking forward to exploring the digital platforms while trying out in films.

The song, “Bangla Amar Bhasha, Bangla Maayer Bhasha”, accompanied by a music video, was released on the occasion of International Mother Language Day (February 21). The song is written by Gulshan Habib Razib and voiced by Humaira Bashir, while Raja Bashir is behind the music direction and arrangement.

A former Miss Universe participant, Indian actress Sheena Chohan has worked in six films, including Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s “Pipra Bidda” (Ant Story).

Much anticipated Warner Bros Pictures film “The Batman” will be released in the USA on March 4 internationally. However, the reboot, directed by Matt Reeves will have an advance release in Bangladesh on March 3. It will be screened on all outlets of STAR Cineplex.

Anushka Sharma is set to portray the role of Jhulan Goswami in her biopic, “Chakda Xpress” a Netflix original film.  The actress has been preparing herself to transform into the character, as she practices bowling. In a recent post on Instagram, she was captured bowling at the nets.

Two-time Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker Sean Penn is currently in Ukraine to work on a documentary about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis. The project is being produced by Vice Studios production in association with Vice World News and Endeavor Content.

As I sifted through the pages of “Mujib”, the graphic novel series depicting the Father of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s life, I could not help but think of how many generations of children could have benefited from this remarkable portrayal of the Father of the Nation.

Embracing, adoring and nurturing traditional Bengali cuisine in a picturesque manner -  Habiba Nowrose’s “Tongue Tied” opened today at La Galerie, Alliance Francaise de Dhaka.

Renowned actress Mithila had launched the series, “Ayra ar Maa er Obhijan”, highlighting the travels, adventures and friendship that she shares with her daughter, Ayra.

The Supreme Court dismissed the petition seeking an injunction on the release of “Gangubai Kathiawadi”, yesterday.

Celebrated actress Jaya Ahsan has been ruling hearts in Bangladesh and Kolkata for years.

Alia Bhatt is set to conquer the hearts of the audience with her performance in ace director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Gangubai Kathiawadi”.

After bagging the National Film Award in 11 categories, the Gazi Rakayet directorial, “Gor” (The Grave) is set to return to movie theatres.

Celebrated astrologer and lyricist Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury passed away on the night of February 22, after battling with various health complications.

Known as the ‘Mysterious man’ to most and the ‘Addabaz Khuku’ to his family and loved ones, Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury would often startle people with truths that were supposed to be unknown to strangers. His songs echoed through the nation, while his horoscope column in Prothom Alo became a must-read to Bangla readers across the world.