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Zahid Akbar

Zahid Akbar is a renowned lyricist, writer and, journalist. He is working as a Staff Reporter at The Daily Star.

Eid film stars hit cinemas to promote festive releases

Eid film stars hit cinemas to promote festive releases

30 May 2026, 13:48 PM
Actors and filmmakers behind this year's Eid-ul-Azha releases are visiting cinemas across the country to promote their films and engage with audiences.
30 May 2026, 13:48 PM
8 films release today across 181 cinema halls nationwide

8 films release today across 181 cinema halls nationwide

28 May 2026, 12:27 PM
Some of the films are showing in both single-screen and multiplex halls. Others are multiplex-only.
28 May 2026, 12:27 PM
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10 films announced, how many will actually hit theatres this Eid?

24 May 2026, 20:47 PM
However, only a handful of the films have visible promotional campaigns so far. Whether all of them will ultimately make it to cinemas remains to be seen. Several teasers, songs and trailers have already been unveiled, building anticipation around the Eid line-up.
24 May 2026, 20:47 PM
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Singers making their way to the screen

6 May 2026, 11:00 AM
The transition from music to acting is hardly unusual. Many vocalists have made guest appearances in dramas and films over the years, including Azam Khan, Bappa Mazumder, Samina Chowdhury, Fahmida Nabi, Kona, Salma, Mila, and others. Most of them have appeared as guest artistes, adding a different dimension to their creative journeys.
6 May 2026, 11:00 AM
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‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’: What’s driving its widespread popularity?

5 May 2026, 10:59 AM
The journey of winning hearts will come to an end with its 52nd episode. The final episode will premiere on May 8 at 3:00pm on the Cinemawala YouTube channel, with a special extended runtime of 92 minutes as a gift for viewers.
5 May 2026, 10:59 AM
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Eid-ul-Azha film lineup shapes up with major releases

23 April 2026, 11:27 AM
Following Eid-ul-Fitr, when five films—“Bonolota Express”, “Domm”, “Prince”, “Pressure Cooker”, and “Rakkhosh”—were released, focus has now shifted to the next major holiday window. Among them, “Bonolota Express” is still holding the top position, while others recorded moderate commercial returns and some overseas response.
23 April 2026, 11:27 AM
‘Bonolota Express’ leads Eid box office in fourth week

‘Bonolota Express’ leads Eid box office in fourth week

13 April 2026, 12:23 PM
Five films released this Eid-ul-Azha have entered their fourth week in theatres, with Bonolota Express emerging as the top earner among multiplex audiences. The figures are based on ticket sales from multiplex chains across Bangladesh and do not include overseas earnings.
13 April 2026, 12:23 PM
‘Unmatched’: Eminent Bangladeshi artistes reminisce Asha Bhosle

‘Unmatched’: Eminent Bangladeshi artistes reminisce Asha Bhosle

12 April 2026, 19:54 PM
Asha Bhosle (1933-2026) was a legend not only in the context of South Asia, but the entire musical world feels her absence.
12 April 2026, 19:54 PM
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Will watch ‘Leader Amie Bangladesh’ with my parents: Shakib Khan

Despite all the controversies this year, Dhallywood star Shakib Khan is currently gearing up for the release of his new film Leader Amie Bangladesh for the coming Eid.
19 April 2023, 07:50 AM
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The story of a road named after Kabori

Kabori, the ‘Mishti Meye’ of Bangladeshi cinema, has not been with us for two years now. On April 17, 2021, the actress left this world behind after a long battle with COVID.
17 April 2023, 08:11 AM
‘The song has gone viral because it portrays reality’: Shakib Khan

‘The song has gone viral because it portrays reality’: Shakib Khan

The song had crossed over two lakh views within two hours of release and it dwells on the corruption occurring in the country.
13 April 2023, 11:17 AM
10 Hindi films approved for import, ‘Pathaan’ coming soon

10 Hindi films approved for import, ‘Pathaan’ coming soon

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will soon be giving permission to import 10 Hindi films this year. Next year, in 2024, around eight Hindi films will be released. Multiple sources have confirmed the news to The Daily Star. The ministry will issue a notice in this regard within a day or two.
9 April 2023, 13:33 PM
The future is bright for Roshan

The future is bright for Roshan

"The first thing I noticed was that it is a challenge to make good films regularly," the actor shared on his journey into the film industry.
8 April 2023, 04:00 AM
Riaz defends himself against 'fraud' allegations 

Riaz defends himself against 'fraud' allegations 

Since the company annulled the contract with Addplus, Harunur Rashid Kajal was furious and filed a complaint against Riaz.
1 April 2023, 13:57 PM
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People in the industry are selfish: Shakib Khan

Recently Shakib Khan fell prey to some controversies regarding his personal life, despite which he is now gearing up for his upcoming film, “Leader Ami Bangladesh,” which is scheduled to be released on the upcoming Eid. In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Shakib Khan talked about his birthday and his personal life.
28 March 2023, 13:23 PM
If Salman Shah were alive, he would have celebrated 30 years of debut

If Salman Shah were alive, he would have celebrated 30 years of debut

On March 25, 1993, Salman Shah starrer “Keyamot Theke Keyamot” was released. Today marks 30 years of the actor’s career. The Sohanur Rahman Sohan directorial film also featured Moushumi as a debutant.
25 March 2023, 13:48 PM
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I didn't do anything wrong, I was wronged: Shakib Khan

Today, Dhallywood actor Shakib Khan held a press conference at his residence in Gulshan, regarding the whole fiasco surrounding the sexual misconduct allegations from producer Rahmat Ullah.
23 March 2023, 13:48 PM
Playback singing is a syndicate: Fahmida Nabi

Playback singing is a syndicate: Fahmida Nabi

She has collaborated with many notable artists and has lent her voice to many creations.
14 March 2023, 09:56 AM
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‘She doesn’t know how to act, they said’

Actress Azmeri Haque Badhan recently won the National Film Award for the first time. She jointly received the ‘Best Actress’ award for her performance in “Rehana Maryam Noor”.
13 March 2023, 10:44 AM
My son got to see me win, I am elated: Siam Ahmed

My son got to see me win, I am elated: Siam Ahmed

Siam Ahmed won his first National Film Award for his performance in Chayanika Chowdhury’s debut directorial film “Bishwoshundori”, in 2020. The actor has received the honour for the second time in the Best Actor category in 2021, for his performance in Roni Bhowmik’s “Mridha Bonam Mridha”.
11 March 2023, 12:01 PM
Buker Moddhe Agun: Audience sure of Salman Shah connection

Buker Moddhe Agun: Audience sure of Salman Shah connection

Audiences were left surprised when Hoichoi released the much-awaited Ziaul Faruq Apurba starrer web-series “Buker Moddhe Agun”, without any prior announcement. The makers didn’t release any trailers and so, when many entertainment groups announced its release, curious audiences piled up to watch the 8-episode series to find out whether it actually centers on Salman Shah’s life.
4 March 2023, 09:50 AM
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Hall owners threaten to close down if ‘Pathaan’ not permitted release

A lot of drama ensued following the permission that Shah Rukh Khan blockbuster “Pathaan” received, to be released in Bangladesh on February 24. Even SRK himself acknowledged the release in a tweet.
4 March 2023, 09:46 AM
His works need to be digitally archived: Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s daughter

His works need to be digitally archived: Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s daughter

Some of his masterpieces are "Achhen Amar Moktar", "Ektara Tui Desh Er Kotha Bol Re Ebar Bol", "Ganer Khatay Swaralipi Likhe", "Shudhu Gaan Geye Porichoy", "Ei Mon Tomake Dilam", "Chokher Nojor Emni Koira", among countless others.
22 February 2023, 15:15 PM
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‘Unish 20’: Shuvoo and Bindu’s pairing hits the right notes

Fans are in for an experience of love and separation as Shuvoo and Bindu reunite in "Unish 20".
16 February 2023, 11:23 AM
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The future of music copyright

In recent times, Baul Shah Abdul Karim’s family received royalties from the Copyright Office after his songs were digitally archived. Similarly, Ayub Bachchu’s family also received royalties for his songs when they were brought under the digital protection act.
14 February 2023, 18:00 PM
Siam Ahmed wins the best actor award

Siam wins National Film Award twice in a row

Siam Ahmed started off the year with a bang, earning his second National Film Award, after already winning the prize in 2020 edition of the award show. This time, the actor has been announced as the winner in the ‘Best Actor’ category for his performance in the film, “Mridha Bonam Mridha”.
1 February 2023, 14:00 PM
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Shakib Khan shares emotional story from the US

Dhallywood’s biggest star, Shakib Khan is currently in the US. The actor travelled there on January 17, but will soon return home within the next couple of days. While on his trip, the star was touched by one incident in particular, so much so that he spoke with The Daily Star to share the story.
30 January 2023, 06:05 AM
Riaz in favour of importing Hindi films

Riaz in favour of importing Hindi films

Bangladesh Film Artistes Association held a meeting earlier today at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC). The meeting was organised to discuss the issue of importing Hindi films to Bangladesh.
28 January 2023, 13:27 PM

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