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Reaction / Bollywood at it again, tells Bangladesh’s story without Bangladesh
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‘Where are you?’ The afterlife of a song that outlived borders
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Music
Special programme at Shilpakala marks Farida Parveen’s birth anniversary
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Hania Aamir coming to Bangladesh
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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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Star Cineplex to launch new branch in Uttara this Eid
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Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
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Books & Literature
Legendary Nazrul singer Shabnam Mustari has lost her memories
Ekushay Padak award winning Nazrul singer Shabnam Mustari has not been keeping well these days. She has lost her memories.
5 November 2021, 09:27 AM
Diti and Mizu's last film releases in 30 halls today
Prominent actress Diti and popular antagonist of Dhallywood Mizu Ahmed have left fans and loved ones in tears, when they passed away many years ago.
5 November 2021, 08:12 AM
Pakistani film on 1971: How accurate can we expect the depiction to be?
Pakistani commercial film "Khel Khel Mein" is now subject to sensationalised headlines in the country, due to raising questions regarding the conventional narrative of Pakistani media on Bangladesh's Liberation War.
4 November 2021, 10:20 AM
'E Desh Tomar Amar', featuring Zayed Khan, releases tomorrow
The F I Manik directorial film, “E Desh Tomar Amar” is set to release tomorrow theatrically, confirms actor and General Secretary of Bangladesh Film Artiste Association (BFAA), Zayed Khan to The Daily Star.
4 November 2021, 09:47 AM
US embassy funds research, restoration of SM Sultan’s artworks
United States ambassador to Bangladesh, Earl Robert Miller and Bangla Academy Director General Mohammad Nurul Huda inaugurated the US-funded cultural preservation project on SM Sultan’s artworks at Bengal Shilpalay, Dhanmondi in the capital on Tuesday.
4 November 2021, 07:35 AM
Badhon's heartfelt tribute to Tabu
“Rehana Maryam Noor” star Azmeri Haque Badhon is all set to debut in Bollywood with Vishal Bhardwaj’s Netflix original production “Khufiya.”
4 November 2021, 06:29 AM
Shimul Mustapha's 'Jontronar Megh Brishti Jhor' at BSA today
Celebrated elocutionist Shimul Mustapha's solo recitation programme, "Jontronar Megh Brishti Jhor", will be held today (November 4) at 7 pm, at the National Theatre Hall, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
4 November 2021, 04:25 AM
Film to be made on the life of Bir Protik Taramon Bibi
A film will be made on the life of Taramon Bibi, who was one of the two female freedom fighters in Bangladesh achieving the Bir Protik title.
3 November 2021, 11:12 AM
Moushumi spending her birthday in Atlanta
Eminent actress Moushumi is currently visiting her sister, actress Irin Zaman in the USA with her daughter for holidays. Today marks the birthday of the “Keyamot Theke Keyamot” famed artiste.
3 November 2021, 10:54 AM
‘Syed Mohidul Islam Sharan Utsab 2021" to commence from November 5
To commemorate the legacy of playwright, actor, and director Syed Mohidul Islam, a festival titled Syed "Mohidul Islam Sharan Utsab 2021", will commence from November 5-12 at National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA). The event is organised by Batikrom Nattyagoshthi.
3 November 2021, 10:08 AM
Amitabh Reza applies for government grant again
“1969” is dedicated to Bangladesh’s golden jubilee of independence, according to Amitabh.
3 November 2021, 09:59 AM
5th Hill Film Festival kicks off tomorrow
Hill Film Festival is set to hold for the fifth time at the Khudro Nrigosthir Sangskritik Institute in Rangamati from Thursday (November 4, 2021) organised by Jum Film Forum.
3 November 2021, 07:25 AM
Chris Pratt to voice Garfield in new animated movie
Hollywood actor Chris Pratt is set to voice Garfield in a new animated movie.
3 November 2021, 07:14 AM
Behind Sumon Anwar’s multifaceted performances
Filmmaker, scriptwriter, and actor Sumon Anwar always stands out from the crowd, be it with his unusually calm yet enigmatic role in Robiul Alam Robi’s anthology series “Unoloukik”, or his gruesome dialogues in Raihan Rafi’s political thriller “Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi”.
2 November 2021, 18:00 PM
Watching myself on screen often bores me: Siam
Over the years, celebrated actor Siam Ahmed has garnered his career with a multitude of hit films. In a short span of time, his unparalleled performances and charm won over audiences. In a recent conversation, Siam gets candid about his expectations, upcoming releases, and more.
2 November 2021, 18:00 PM
Fantasy shows to get excited for
Fantasy movies and shows are growing popular by the day because they allow us to escape into a world not bound by the laws of reality, with larger-than-life narratives of enemies to lovers, unlikely heroes, chosen ones and heroic quests, among other things.
2 November 2021, 18:00 PM
Newcomers should sing more original songs: Runa Laila
Melody queen Runa Laila has garnered her career with numerous hits throughout decades. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, the legendary singer talks about her illustrious career and what music truly means to her.
2 November 2021, 18:00 PM
‘Hall owners and young moviegoers are calling us for ‘Rehana Maryam Noor’
Abdullah Mohammad Saad’s much-awaited film “Rehana Maryam Noor” will be released in 12 cinema halls across the country on November 12.
2 November 2021, 11:29 AM
Mahiya Mahi gears up to be ‘Ohongkari Bou’
Popular film star Mahiya Mahi signed the movie, “Ohongkari Bou”, to be directed by Chayanika Chowdhury. Mahi will be sharing the screen with D A Tayeb in this film.
2 November 2021, 10:56 AM
He said, ‘I want to marry you, Orsha'
Nazia Haque Orsha mesmerised audiences with her acting prowess over the years on screen. The former Lux Superstar contestant is currently working in a number of projects in full swing.
In a conversation with The Daily Star, Orsha shared one of her most favourite encounters with a fan.
2 November 2021, 09:59 AM