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Solo exhibition ‘Ka’-Shommondhiyo [Connected Speech]’ underway at AFD
The solo art exhibition, “Ka’-Shommondhiyo [Connected Speech]” by Azizee Fawmi Khan, is underway at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD).
20 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Vaani Kapoor portrays transgender woman, aims to create empathy
Noted Indian actress Vaani Kapoor plays a transgender woman in her latest film, “Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui”.
20 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Liberation War through the eyes of differently abled artistes
The 20 minute technical show was showcased at the Liberation War Museum. Directed by differently abled British theatre director, Ramesh Meyyappan, the play emphasised on the theme of the 1971 genocide and Liberation War without the use of any dialogues.
20 December 2021, 18:00 PM
'Rehana Maryam Noor' to release on Chorki
Presented by Nuvista Pharma, the film will now be exclusively released on popular OTT platform Chorki on December 30, at 8 pm.
19 December 2021, 13:24 PM
Nawshaba appears in TVC after seven years opposite Shakib Al Hasan
Talented actress Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed has appeared in a television commercial after seven years collaborating, with cricket superstar Shakib Al Hasan. Subrina Irene has directed the project.
18 December 2021, 11:13 AM
Pori Moni replaces Mahiya Mahi in ‘Kagojer Bou’
Pori Moni has signed Chayanika Chowdhury’s debut web film “Kagojer Bou”, replacing Mahiya Mahi.
18 December 2021, 08:55 AM
Priyanka Chopra lashes out at being referred to as Nick Jonas' wife
Famous Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas has lashed out at a news article calling her ‘wife of Nick Jonas’ who is currently busy promoting her upcoming Hollywood film ‘The Matrix Resurrections’. She asked for an explanation as to how this can still happen to women.
18 December 2021, 08:11 AM
5 latest anime shows on Netflix
Despite the pandemic, there has been a considerable increase in the number of anime shows produced. As the curtains fall on 2021, it is time to look back on some of the shows that were released on Netflix this year.
17 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Zendaya, Tom Holland slam assumption that women can’t be taller than their partners
Celebrated Hollywood stars Tom Holland and Zendaya are making rounds promoting their latest film, “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, and repeatedly being asked to address the fact that Zendaya is taller than her male co-star.
17 December 2021, 18:00 PM
The first time our flag was hoisted, we were in tears: Sharmila Banerjee
Eminent dancer Sharmila Banerjee is the lead Manipuri instructor at Chhayanaut Sangeet Bidyatan. She also spearheads the dance school, Nritya Nandan. During the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971, she alongside her family were forced to flee to India, as their home in Raozan, Chattogram was completely destroyed.
17 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Zahara Mitu’s dreams on the silver screen
Model and actress Zahara Mitu became a prominent face in the industry after winning the crown in Miss Super Model Bangladesh 2017. She stars in “Joy Bangla”, directed by Kazi Hayat, and is currently busy with a number of movies. In a short span of time, she has worked with renowned stars like Shakib Khan and West Bengal actor, Dev. In a recent interview with The Daily Star, the talented actress talked about her upcoming projects, and more.
17 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Dance duo Hero and Chandni on stage after seven years
Marking 50 years of Bangladesh, they performed at a programme in Delhi, India.
17 December 2021, 10:48 AM
Virtual concert for International Migrants Day tomorrow
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in Bangladesh will host a virtual “Concert for Migrants” to mark International Migrants Day tomorrow and to help raise awareness about safe migration.
17 December 2021, 08:35 AM
How would I make a film based on 1971?
The Daily Star caught up with five prominent contemporary directors, who have shared their perceptions of the kind of narrations they would want to portray, if they make a film, television or web project based on the liberation war.
16 December 2021, 09:25 AM
Exhibition of rare photos of Bangabandhu begins at Bangladesh Film Archive
An exhibition of rare photos of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman began at Bangladesh Film Archive today.
15 December 2021, 12:51 PM
Dhaka Rock Fest 2.0 to be held on December 23
Dhaka Rock Fest, a concert for rock music enthusiasts, will be held on December 23 at ICCB, Noboratri, Hall 4, from 12 noon onwards.
15 December 2021, 10:59 AM
BSA’s arrangement marking Martyred Intellectuals Day
Observing the Martyred Intellectuals Day, a cultural programme has been arranged by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), held at Mirpur Martyred Intellectual Memorial, Rayerbazar Boddhobhumi, and BSA.
14 December 2021, 12:17 PM
TM Records looks to produce Bangla music with international standards
Renowned media personalities and couple Kaushik Hossain Taposh and Farzana Munni have started a music production company, TM Records, with an aim to produce Bangla songs in adherence with international standards.
14 December 2021, 10:13 AM
‘And Just Like That’, Carrie Bradshaw’s world changes forever
The following article contains spoilers from the first 2 episodes of “And Just Like That”.
13 December 2021, 18:00 PM
‘One cannot act with the fear of displeasing people’
Celebrated Indian actress Kriti Sanon will be portraying Sita in “Adipurush”, a new interpretation of the Ramayan being directed by Om Raut.
13 December 2021, 18:00 PM