Zahid Akbar

Two Bangladeshi movies, “Poddapuran” and “Chandrabati Kotha”, were released in selected cinema halls across the countries. Among the two movies, “Poddapuran” is running successfully in its second week across the halls.

Bangladeshi actresses surpassed the boundaries of Dhallywood to made their presence felt in Bollywood movies. Among them, most of the actresses found their way directly into Bollywood, while others starred in co-produced movies.

A woman tried to commit suicide as she was not allowed to meet Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan. The incident took place in Bakurgram of Madarganj upazila, next to which the actor is filming the government-granted movie, “Golui”.

Popular singer Dilshad Nahar Kona is presently spending a busy time with playbacks, recordings and stage shows. In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Kona talked about her current engagements and projects.

Today marks the 23rd death anniversary of noted film star, Abul Khayer Jasim Uddin, popularly known simply as Jasim.  "We like to observe baba's birthdays and death anniversaries quietly," shares Jasim's youngest son, A K Rahul. 

On October 15, Kolkata’s high-profile film “Baaji” will be released in local Bangladeshi halls. This is the first time in a while that a foreign Indian film will be released through the SAFTA agreement.

James, also known as the modern guru of Bangladeshi rock, has accomplished unimaginable feats since he started his career with the band Feelings. Today marks the National Award winning artiste's 57th birthday.

Superstar Shakib Khan commenced shooting for the government-granted movie, “Golui” in Jamalpur today. Puja Chery is his co-star in the film, directed by S A Haque Alik. He spoke to The Daily Star on the way to the shooting set yesterday about what drew him to the project, the Cholochitro Shilpi Samiti elections, the current state of the film industry, and more.

Noted actor and Member of Parliament Farooque has finally started to talk after being in the ICU of Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore for 6 months.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of city life, a ray of festivity and fervor surrounds the nooks and crannies of FDC.

Freedom fighter and renowned actor Zafar Iqbal was one of the most stylish stars of the industry and a favourite amongst youngsters, during the 70s and 80s.

18 Bangladeshi film organisations had a meeting at Bangladesh Film Directors Association in BFDC to discuss the formation of Film Federation for the development of the film industry.

Chokh”, a film starring starring Shobnom Bubly has been announced for release on October 1. For the first time, Bubly will be seen on the silver screen without Shakib Khan.

Eminent actor, director, and producer Kohinoor Akhter Shuchanda is all set to write down her own autobiography.

Today would have been celebrated actor Salman Shah’s 50th birthday. Born on this day in 1971 in Sylhet, he starred in 27 movies in his brief acting career. Known as a style icon amongst his fans and fellow co-artistes, Salman Shah shot all over the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) throughout his career. Yet, sadly, there is no memorial plaque or shooting floor dedicated to him at its premises.

Prominent actress Bobby joined the film industry with the movie “Khoj—The Search”. She produced and acted in “Bizli”, the very first superhero film of Bangladesh. Additionally, her films include “Nolok”, “Hero: The Superstar”, and “Dehorokkhi”. She is currently shooting for a television commercial. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, she talked about her upcoming ventures, and more.

Popular film actress Pori Moni declared an open challenge for her detractors with another cryptic ‘message in mehedi’ on her palm.

National Award winning actor Sadek Bachchu was one of the most celebrated faces in Bangladeshi cinema. Today marks the first death anniversary of the artiste who sadly passed away at the age of 66 due to Covid-19.

National Award winning actor Anwar Hossain was one of the most celebrated faces in Bangladeshi cinema. Known as the ‘Nawab Sirajuddaula’ of the silver screen, the actor worked in over 500 films in his illustrious career, spanning over five decades. Today marks the 8th death anniversary of Anwar Hossain.

White kaash (catkin) flowers cover miles of lands while fluffy clouds hover in the blue sky above — such scenery announces the arrival of Autumn in Bangladesh. On one such beautiful afternoon, I was at a shooting spot at the Meradia area of Dhaka’s Banasree, where I came across popular stars Shakib Khan and Nusraat Faria. They were shooting for a television commercial under the scorching heat. The production is directed by Samiur Rahman.