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‘Cinema cannot survive on Eid alone’: Mohammad Nuruzzaman’s ‘Mastul’ hits theatres

‘Cinema cannot survive on Eid alone’: Mohammad Nuruzzaman’s ‘Mastul’ hits theatres

17 July 2026, 13:48 PM
After an impressive run on the international festival circuit, “Mastul”, starring Fazlur Rahman Babu, is finally set to meet Bangladeshi audiences. In conversation with The Daily Star, Nuruzzaman reflects on the deeply personal origins of the film and more.
17 July 2026, 13:48 PM
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Interview / Inside Mohammad Touqir Islam and Anurag Kashyap’s historic ‘Delupi’ collab

6 July 2026, 19:36 PM
Mohammad Touqir Islam's “Delupi” recently received a significant endorsement, with acclaimed Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap officially joining the film as its presenter. The announcement, made by the film's team on social media, means the project will now be introduced internationally as ‘Anurag Kashyap presents Delupi’. He talks exclusively with The Daily Star.
6 July 2026, 19:36 PM
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Examining Imran's inward journey with 'Roid'

4 July 2026, 10:00 AM
“Shadhu will always remain in me, so will ‘Roid’,” says Mostafizur Noor Imran, whose powerful performance in Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s latest film has once again left audiences mesmerised.
4 July 2026, 10:00 AM
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Sarika embraces contrast

21 June 2026, 10:30 AM
Sarika Subrin lights up the screen whenever she appears. Yet her screen appearances have become somewhat intermittent in recent years. Reflecting on this, she says, “It’s not always up to the artiste. I want to work, but it has to be something that makes me happy doing it.”
21 June 2026, 10:30 AM
Sunidhi speaks ‘Rockstar’, future plans

Sunidhi speaks ‘Rockstar’, future plans

8 June 2026, 10:00 AM
As the entertainment world remains stunned by her beautiful Rabindra Sangeet recital after a post-film interview.
8 June 2026, 10:00 AM
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For Heme, Eid is a mix of joy, nostalgia, and sacrifice

30 May 2026, 19:00 PM
Like every Eid, actress Jannatul Sumaiya Heme has been busy balancing multiple projects across genres. This year too, the actress appears in a mix of romantic dramas, comedy-based stories, and emotionally driven narratives.
30 May 2026, 19:00 PM
I realised sacrifice can also mean giving up bad habits: Aisha Khan

I realised sacrifice can also mean giving up bad habits: Aisha Khan

30 May 2026, 15:02 PM
For Aisha Khan, Eid-ul-Azha is not defined by crowds, elaborate outings, or loud celebrations. Instead, the actress associates the occasion with quieter emotions — family, fear, reflection, and the deeply personal meaning of sacrifice.
30 May 2026, 15:02 PM
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Childhood Eid felt magical in the simplest ways: Parsa Evana

29 May 2026, 15:00 PM
She also looks back on childhood Eid-ul-Azha memories that continue to hold a special place in her heart.
29 May 2026, 15:00 PM
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Second-year student Sumi debuts as heroine today

Shahnaz Sumi’s passion for art started at the age of three, when she began learning the basics of dance.
19 May 2022, 18:00 PM
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How justified is putting barriers on a work of art?

Last October, a draft policy for protecting the culture and OTT was published by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
13 May 2022, 18:00 PM
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Consistency is the name of the game for Jovan

He was a breath of fresh air when he made his debut in 2013, as he went on to solidify his place in the industry with his hard work and talent.
10 May 2022, 18:00 PM
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My daughter is still a wonder to me: Runa Khan

She is the most precious gift that I could ever receive. I would want to tell her to be a good human being, be confident and self-dependent. Whatever she wants in life, may she get them all by her own efforts and ability.
8 May 2022, 09:36 AM
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After becoming a mother, my work in the showbiz became even more meaningful to me: Moutushi Biswas

I want to tell my daughter and every child reading this -- respect all working mother and understand their unconditional love towards their child.
8 May 2022, 09:28 AM
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Ayra is my best friend and travel partner: Mithila

Ayra is not only my inspiration, she is my best friend, travel partner, and I believe that she understands me a lot. The only thing that I would want to tell her is -- be yourself, don't ever stop in your tracks, worrying about what others would say.
8 May 2022, 09:23 AM
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Mother's Day: Women in showbiz share thoughts on motherhood

The bond that a mother and a child share is beyond any other relationships in this world. From carrying inside the womb and giving birth to nurturing a child throughout their lives -- every little gesture that a mother extends towards  her child is essential, invaluable.
7 May 2022, 18:00 PM
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It’s all about variety for Safa Kabir

Safa Kabir has carved a space for herself in the industry with her charm and versatility over the years. This Eid, she is busy with several projects. In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, she spoke about her upcoming ventures and more.
29 April 2022, 11:03 AM
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Nawshaba back in her element

Popular actress Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed made her debut in theatre with the play “Sonata” in 2011, and on television with the fiction, “Chhotobela Borobela”
27 April 2022, 18:00 PM
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Mabrur Rashid Bannah reflects on his decade in showbiz

Having made his directorial debut in 2011 with the tele-fiction “Flashback”, Mabrur Rashid Bannah has spent a decade proving himself as one of the prolific young directors on television.
20 April 2022, 18:00 PM
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How representative is ‘Sabrina’ of Bangladesh?

“Sabrina, you cannot lose hope -- whoever did this to you, wanted to break your confidence,” says Dr Sabrina to her patient.
7 April 2022, 18:00 PM
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Upholding the National Poet’s legacy

A two-day festival, titled “Nazrul Utsav 2022”, was held at the capital’s Gulshan Society Lake Park recently.  Organised by Bangladesh Nazrul Sangeet Sangstha, Arunaranjani, and Gulshan Society, it aimed to celebrate the work and philosophy of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.  
3 April 2022, 18:00 PM
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National Film Day special

On this day in 1957, the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman proposed to form the Film Development Corporation, of the then East Pakistan Provincial Council.
2 April 2022, 18:00 PM
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Will ‘Teerondaj’ hit the mark?

Taneem Rahman Angshu’s debut web series “Teerondaj” will release today at 6 pm, on OTT platform Bioscope.
22 March 2022, 18:00 PM
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The bell tolls for him

Azizur Rahman, the director of iconic film “Chhutir Ghonta”, passed away in a hospital in Canada’s Toronto on Monday.
15 March 2022, 18:00 PM
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Shithi’s subcontinental ventures

After garnering accolades for the track “Raat Jaga Pakhi”, a collaboration with Pakistani sensation Shafqat Amanat Ali, talented singer Shithi Saha has now worked with eminent Indian musician Anup Jalota. Anup, considered a legend in his own field, is often referred to as the ‘Bhajan Samrat’.
13 March 2022, 18:00 PM
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Chorki dominates Channel i Digital Media Awards with 8 wins

Popular streaming platform Chorki won eight awards at the second edition of the “Channel i Digital Media Awards”, presented in association with the ICT Division. Snac Keeper was the title sponsor of the event.
12 March 2022, 09:39 AM
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Nibedita: A guiding light for women’s empowerment

Nibedita is a non-profit organisation founded by Anika Islam in 2018, which aims for women empowerment. It provides free training for women in digital marketing skills, entrepreneurship, lifestyle modification, and career placement. 
10 March 2022, 18:00 PM
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Farzana Chumki, Sallha Khanam Nadia to star in Indian film ‘Sunetra Sundaram’

Indian filmmaker Shiv Ram Sharma is set to direct the film “Sunetra Sundaram”, which sheds light on hygiene issues faced by working women.
9 March 2022, 18:00 PM
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Habiba Nowrose’s ‘Tongue Tied’ is an intriguing reimagining of Bengali cuisine

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.
25 February 2022, 15:15 PM

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