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Women's Day Special / The fight for gender equality in entertainment goes on

33 MIN(s) ago
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.
33 MIN(s) ago
The Jinn–Insaan universe begins with ‘Djinner Bachcha’

The Jinn–Insaan universe begins with ‘Djinner Bachcha’

17 February 2026, 10:00 AM
“I’ve always been drawn to mythical horror, perhaps even more so because people jokingly call me ‘jinn’.
17 February 2026, 10:00 AM
Tuning into the psychedelic vibes of Shonar Bangla Circus

Tuning into the psychedelic vibes of Shonar Bangla Circus

16 February 2026, 10:00 AM
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.
16 February 2026, 10:00 AM
The age-old debate over celebrities in politics: Will perception change?

Opinion / The age-old debate over celebrities in politics: Will perception change?

14 February 2026, 12:00 PM
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.
14 February 2026, 12:00 PM
Dreams come true: Putul’s two-decade journey earns first National Award

Dreams come true: Putul’s two-decade journey earns first National Award

5 February 2026, 10:00 AM
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.
5 February 2026, 10:00 AM
‘Aatka’: Raba-Nidhi swing at the bleachers

‘Aatka’: Raba-Nidhi swing at the bleachers

18 January 2026, 10:00 AM
The six-episode horror-comedy series, titled “Aatka”, was written by Raba and directed by Arafat, and released on January 15 on Chorki.
18 January 2026, 10:00 AM
Reconstituted Bangladesh Film Certification Board formed

Reconstituted Bangladesh Film Certification Board formed

17 January 2026, 20:50 PM
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.
17 January 2026, 20:50 PM
The Daily Star is a voice of balance in Bangladeshi journalism: Shihab Shaheen

The Daily Star is a voice of balance in Bangladeshi journalism: Shihab Shaheen

14 January 2026, 20:03 PM
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.”
14 January 2026, 20:03 PM
Becoming Tuni

Becoming Tuni

Tasnova Tamanna has become the talk of the town, after she was announced as the winner of the ‘Best Actress’ category in the National Film Awards 2021—for her outstanding performance in Rezwan Shahriar Sumit’s directorial debut, “Nonajoler Kabbo”.
3 February 2023, 04:00 AM
Bobby falls sick while shooting in Barisal

Bobby falls sick while shooting in Barisal

Recently, actress Eamin Haque Bobby travelled to Ulania, Barisal to shoot the film "Meghna Konna". However, she would fall sick and was immediately taken to a doctor.
27 January 2023, 09:20 AM
‘Jahan’: Reflecting on the dark side of humane psyche

‘Jahan’: Reflecting on the dark side of human psyche

Nazia Haque Orsha and Mostafizur Noor Imran will be seen together in the latest Chorki Flick, Jahan, which will hit the streaming platform today at 8 pm. The duo earned a lot of appreciation earlier for their performance in another Chorki project, Shahosh. .
26 January 2023, 04:00 AM
‘No filmmaker should have to go through what I did’

‘No filmmaker should have to go through what I did’

Amidst the excitement for trailer for Hansal Mehta’s “Faraaz”, a film based on Bangladesh’s tragic Holey Artisan attack in 2016, a sour aftertaste was felt by many.
21 January 2023, 11:54 AM
Vicky Zahed: Web series the silence, mehazabien chowdhury, Shamol Mawla,

Vicky Zahed’s first web series will star Mehazabien and Shamol Mawla

Since the beginning of existence, humans have the tendency to get attracted to forbidden things. The story of modern-day Adam, Eve and the serpent has been reflected on the poster of Vicky Zahed’s first web series, “The Silence”.
20 January 2023, 10:27 AM
Salha Khanam Nadia: hospitalised

Sallha Khanam Nadia hospitalised

The Daily Star reached out to Nadia over the phone to get an update on her current state. The actress shared that she has been suffering from gastro-liver issues, and after her health deteriorated, she had to visit the hospital upon her doctor's suggestion.
18 January 2023, 08:34 AM
‘I have been deprived’: Gias Uddin Selim

I have been deprived: Gias Uddin Selim

‘Operation Jackpot’, run by the Bengali naval commandos during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971, was able to make a huge mark within a short span of time in the war—by undertaking multiple operations. This was the first operation launched by the naval commandos on August 15, 1971.
10 January 2023, 14:02 PM
‘Omar Faruker Maa’: A heart-wrenching story of a mother’s endless wait

‘Omar Faruker Maa’: A heart-wrenching story of a mother’s endless wait

Omar Faruk, a young freedom fighter, leaves his home during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971 to earn freedom for his beloved land. Before leaving his house, he promised his mother that he would return to her and have a meal together.
24 December 2022, 12:10 PM
In between innings with Mousumi Mou

In-between innings with Mou

The FIFA World cup kept Mousumi Mou extremely busy, besides she was also had her hands full for the Cricket T20 world cup. Although the anchor’s favourite team, Brazil, could not even qualify after the quarter finals, she continued the smile on her face, and hosted the live show the next day discussing the faults of her favourite team.
24 December 2022, 10:02 AM
Actor Intekhab Dinar

Dinar always delivers

Intekhab Dinar has been able to redefine his career when upon stepping into the revolution that was Bangladeshi OTT -- coming up with one after another tremendous performances in this medium. Two of the projects featuring Dinar, released yesterday in two popular OTT platforms—Chorki and Hoichoi. One is the much-anticipated part 2 of the Syed Ahmed Shawki directorial “Karagar”, and the latter is Chorki original, “Café Desire” directed by Robiul Alam Robi.
22 December 2022, 12:56 PM
Manoj Pramanik: Actor, Teacher, Dreamer

Manoj Pramanik: Actor, Teacher, Dreamer

Manoj Pramanik has the ability to leave a mark amongst the audiences with the smallest of roles.
27 November 2022, 04:00 AM
Granting wishes to cancer-stricken children

Granting wishes to cancer-stricken children

Every year, 95 out of 100 children in Bangladesh who get diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia lose their battle to the cancer, due to the lack of treatment.
27 November 2022, 04:00 AM
International Men's Day web film Muntasir

‘Muntasir’ reflects on the abuse and trauma suffered by men

Director Iffat Jahan Momo chose to mark her debut as a director by portraying this story in web film “Muntasir”, marking International Men’s Day today.
19 November 2022, 12:32 PM
Actress Nishat Priom

Don’t want to be a ‘view based artiste’: Nishat Priom

Remember Shejuti from Hoichoi’s popular web series "Money Honey", co-directed by Tanim Noor and Krishnendu Chattyopaddhyay? The character was donned by actress Nishat Priom, who began her journey in showbiz through television commercials.
14 November 2022, 09:25 AM
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Sallha Khanam Nadia honoured with National Youth Icon of Bangladesh Award 2022

Recently, actress Sallha Khanam Nadia was honoured with the ‘National Youth Icon of Bangladesh Award 2022’. The seventh instalment of the International Business Genius Bangladesh was organised by FoHTEM (Federation of Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management), in association with Bangladesh Debate Warriors.
11 November 2022, 11:28 AM
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The ABC generation reunites on November 12

There are few names in the history of Bangladesh’s underground music scene that ring with as much power and ferocity as Artcell, Black and Cryptic Fate. So iconic were these three bands in their individual forms, that they decided to come together and perform as a trio.
8 November 2022, 13:26 PM
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Tasnia Farin marches on

Tasnia Farin is going to make her silver screen debut with the Tollywood film "Aro Ek Prithibi", on December 2. The actress recently attended the Dhallywood Awards held at the USA. She also visited the UK, where she had shot for her debut film.
8 November 2022, 09:08 AM
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I will work under my father for the first time: Bhabna

The actress took to her Facebook with another surprise -- she has signed the fourth feature film of her career. The government granted film, titled, “Japito Jibon” will be directed and co-produced by her father, Habibul Islam Habib.
5 November 2022, 12:44 PM
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Runa Khan reborn

The audience discovered Runa Khan as Sumona, the much-loved character from the popular children’s show, Sisimpur Bangladesh. The National Film Award winner recently went through a drastic change in look, due to her weight loss. Her latest work, Amitabh Reza Chowdhury’s “Bodh”, released yesterday.
5 November 2022, 04:00 AM
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Kajal Arefin Ome coming with 'Bachelor’s Football'

As football lovers wait for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 to begin from November 20, director Kajal Arefin Ome will bring a brand-new 'Bachelor’s' instalment, titled “Bachelor’s Football”.
4 November 2022, 15:58 PM

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