Sharmin Joya

“Last year’s Eid was really special for me professionally because my song ‘Chand Mama’ became a party anthem, and it still lingers with people,” she says. The success added a new dimension to her celebrations, making the occasion even more meaningful.

For Tawsif Mahbub, Eid is no longer just a festival—it is a reflection of life’s changes, the joy of extended family, and the shared happiness of both personal and professional milestones.

This year, Basar will spend Eid away from his family, heading to Australia for a shoot. “Before making the decision, I spoke to my family. They told me that if I wanted to go, I should. That gave me the confidence to take this step,” he shares.

For her audience, she has a number of projects set to air this festive season, including “Lilith”, “Chhitkiti”, and “Ojoggyo”, among others.

By noon, they handed him the money, helping repair his rickshaw. With the remaining amount, the cousins treated themselves to a meal at a local restaurant, enjoying aloor dom and other treats.

For Sadia, the festival is about connection, love, and shared joy. She extends warm greetings to her fans, saying, “Eid Mubarak to all of you at The Daily Star and to all my viewers. Advance Eid Mubarak to everyone.”

“This Eid, I’ll be away, but the work keeps me close to the audience,” shared Khairul Basar in conversation with The Daily Star. With a bunch of projects to be aired on the festival, the actor is set to go to Australia for shooting, where he will celebrate Eid.

From dance floors to camera frames, Ashna Habib Bhabna has always moved with a quiet determination. Art has been a constant companion since her childhood—beginning with dance, where she trained and performed with dedication, before eventually finding her footing in acting. Over the past decade, she has built a reputation for her nuanced performances across television and film.

As Eid approaches, actor Tawsif Mahbub is pitching up for one of his busiest festive seasons yet. This time, the popular television star returns with the new season of the widely loved series “Bachelor Point”, while also venturing into darker territory with his web debut in “Chokro 2”. Alongside these major releases, he will also appear in several Eid dramas on the small screen. The lineup, he says, reflects a conscious decision to prioritise the audience’s taste this year rather than his own.

Continuing her experience of sharing the screen with furry co-stars, Sadia is set to appear in another OTT project this Eid. Titled “Love Sitter” and slated for release on Bongo, the project again features a furry character who connects the central roles. The Daily Star caught up with Sadia about working with furry actors, the project, and her Eid plans.

“Working here has given me a clear realisation — women across the globe face similar struggles and share similar dreams. Only the languages and cultures differ, but our experiences are largely the same,” she says.

Conversations around women’s safety, discrimination, and opportunities in the entertainment industry remain as relevant as ever. For these renowned figures in Bangladesh’s showbiz, the discussion is not only about challenges but also about responsibility, respect, and hope for change.

“I’ve always been drawn to mythical horror, perhaps even more so because people jokingly call me ‘jinn’.

After a long gap following “Hyena Express”, released in 2020, the indie rock band Shonar Bangla Circus has returned with a dual studio album featuring 17 tracks earlier this month.

Politics carries risks for everyone, but the focus should be on moral clarity, competence, and dedication to public service — not the glamour of past achievements. Artistes, like citizens from any profession, deserve the right to engage in politics without stigma, as long as their aim is to serve the nation.

The film also received international recognition, including screenings at major festivals abroad and winning the Best Feature Film award. The Daily Star spoke to Putul about the film, her career journey, and her newly launched theatre production house.

The six-episode horror-comedy series, titled “Aatka”, was written by Raba and directed by Arafat, and released on January 15 on Chorki.

The board also includes film editor Iqbal Ehsanul Kabir, film director Khijir Hayat Khan, film actress Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed, and film director Tasmiah Afrin Mou as members, alongside the Vice-Chairman of the Bangladesh Film Certification Board, Dhaka.

As the newspaper celebrates its anniversary, Shaheen extends his heartfelt congratulations. “This contribution—especially through initiatives like the OTT Awards—is a remarkable one for our industry,” he says. “I wish The Daily Star many more years of meaningful, responsible journalism.”

Extending his congratulations on the anniversary, Shakil speaks with the familiarity of a loyal reader. “Everyday, opening the newspaper, I look for the Arts & Entertainment page, as it is in my interest and a space of comfort,” he says. “For those of us who have been practising music for decades, this page is a source of genuine joy and honour.”