Ayub Bachchu honoured posthumously with Ekushey Padak
26 February 2026, 17:29 PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today (February 26) presented the Ekushey Padak 2026 to nine distinguished individuals and the band Warfez in recognition of their outstanding contributions to national life, marking Amar Ekushey and International Mother Language Day.
26 February 2026, 17:29 PM
Ten iconic songs that define Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s legacy
22 February 2026, 17:25 PM
Born on February 22, 1943, in Cumilla’s Daudkandi upazila, Gazi Mazharul Anwar wrote more than 20,000 songs over a remarkable six-decade career. From romantic melodies to patriotic anthems, his words shaped the golden era of Bangladeshi music and cinema.
22 February 2026, 17:25 PM
'It would have meant more if he could accept it with his own hands': Ayub Bachchu's wife
5 February 2026, 21:04 PM
Chondona also shared a personal insight into her late husband’s deepest artistic pride. “My personal feeling is that Ayub Bachchu would have been happier if his band LRB had received the award,” she said.
5 February 2026, 21:04 PM
Shooting of two Eid films from Dhaka underway in Sri Lanka
17 January 2026, 17:53 PM
Both films are scheduled to be released during Eid al-Fitr. After completing portions of their shoots in Bangladesh, the teams moved to Sri Lanka for the next phase.
17 January 2026, 17:53 PM
The Daily Star means 35 years of fearless journalism: Shakib Khan
14 January 2026, 15:41 PM
He praised the role the newspaper has played over the years in the country’s art, culture, and cinema.
14 January 2026, 15:41 PM
2026 films to look forward to
1 January 2026, 10:31 AM
A new year has begun. In the past year, a total of 46 Dhallywood films were released, of which only a handful managed to achieve commercial success. Audience turnout was largely concentrated around Eid releases, while a few other films earned appreciation from viewers and critics alike.
1 January 2026, 10:31 AM
12 mainstream musical hits of 2025
27 December 2025, 04:13 AM
Throughout 2025, numerous songs were released in Bangladesh’s music scene, including tracks from films, OTT platforms, television dramas and Coke Studio Bangla.
27 December 2025, 04:13 AM
‘Madhumita Hall was upgraded for the long haul’
22 June 2025, 05:02 AM
Rumours of closure continue to swirl around Madhumita, one of Dhaka’s oldest and most iconic cinema halls, located in Motijheel. Having celebrated its golden jubilee just three years ago, Madhumita has been a cornerstone of the city’s moviegoing culture since its inauguration on December 1, 1967.
22 June 2025, 05:02 AM
Javed misses ‘Javed Moholla’
Born in Afghanistan’s Peshawar town in 1944, Ilias Javed’s family migrated to Punjab first, and then to Bangladesh (then East Pakistan) in 1963.
18 September 2020, 18:00 PM
Shooting romantic scenes while maintaining social distance will be challenging: Ferdous
Celebrated actor Ferdous has impressed one and all with his performances in films in Bangladesh and India. On a candid chat with The Daily Star, the actor talks about his upcoming ventures, as he is planning to resume work after a break of six months.
15 September 2020, 18:00 PM
Star Cineplex may remain at Bashundhara City Mall
Star Cineplex may continue its operation at the Bashundhara City shopping mall after possibility of renewal of its agreement with the mall authorities has reportedly emerged.
9 September 2020, 15:51 PM
Single-screen theatres going out of fashion in Bangladesh
The number of cinema theatres around the country has been decreasing sharply with time.
23 February 2020, 18:00 PM
Jodi Akdin
Coming February, the Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz directed film Jodi Akdin is set to be released. Starring in the film is popular singer, Tahsan.
11 January 2019, 18:00 PM
When Shahenshah Met Layla
Shooting for the film Shahenshah recently took place at FDC. Fans of Shakib Khan gathered outside the place to get a glimpse of their beloved hero.
30 November 2018, 18:00 PM
Ratrir Jatri
Ratrir Jatri directed by Habibul Islam Habib is set to be released nationwide on December 14 this year. Moushumi is playing the lead role in this film with Anisur Rahman Milon as her co-star.
9 November 2018, 18:00 PM
Dohon
The Raihan Rafi directed film Dohon is set to be released on October 5th. The film stars Siam and Puja Cherry. This duo's first film, Poramon 2 was quite a hit after it was released last Eid-ul-Fitr.
14 September 2018, 18:00 PM
Jaya Ahsan Explored Bhawal Gor
Jaya Ahsan's next film, Ek Je Chilo Raja is based on the Bhawal case. To do this film, Jaya flew to Kolkata. The film, also starring Jishu Sengupta is set to be released on October 12th.
14 September 2018, 18:00 PM
Look Out For - Naqaab
This month, Shakib Khan's film Naqaab is set to be released. The film will be released in Bangladesh under SAFTA contract. Alongside Bangladesh, the film will also be released in Kolkata.
7 September 2018, 18:00 PM
Jannat
After quite some time, we will be seeing Mahiya Mahi in an Eid movie. This Eid, Mahiya Mahi will star in a film called Jannat alongside Symon.
10 August 2018, 18:00 PM
What's next for Shakib Khan?
Shakib Khan is someone who needs no prior introduction. Claimed by fans and critics alike as “The King of Dhaliwood”, he is the quintessential superstar when it comes to the Bangladeshi film industry. Earning nationwide fame through films such as 'Number One Shakib Khan (2010)', 'Hero: The Superstar (2014)', 'Shikari (2016)', 'Nabab (2017)' and many more, his award-winning acting is admired by everyone. However, ever since he had sent a divorce
2 March 2018, 18:00 PM