‘Madhumita Hall was upgraded for the long haul’
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
From action to dance numbers: Farin and Sabila win hearts on the big screen
Popular actresses Sabila Nur and Tasnia Farin have been dominating the Eid-ul-Azha box office with their commercial film releases, “Taandob” and “Insaaf”. Both films have sparked widespread discussions across social media and among filmgoers, mostly in praise of the actresses’ performances.
19 June 2025, 06:38 AM
Local Eid releases fare at the box office
Six films were released across cinemas in Bangladesh this Eid. Among them, “Taandob”, starring Shakib Khan and directed by Raihan Rafi, has led the charts from Eid day through the fifth day of the holiday. The film was released in 133 theatres nationwide, with midnight screenings (12am–3am) running in venues such as Chhaya Bani in Mymensingh, Rajtilok in Rajshahi, and Modhubon Cineplex in Bogura.
14 June 2025, 04:30 AM
I tune out communication to focus on my role: Sariful Razz
Sariful Razz’s latest film, “Insaaf”, directed by Sanjoy Somadder, was released this Eid-ul-Azha initially across 16 theatres in Bangladesh. With Tasnia Farin also in a leading role, the film features Mosharraf Karim in a key role.
11 June 2025, 05:32 AM
A legacy of Tagore songs in Bengali and Hindi films
Today, on 25th Boishakh, the 164th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, the legacy of his music continues to echo far and wide- not just in the hearts of Bengalis, but across the cinematic landscapes of both Bengal and Bollywood. While his poetry and songs remain an inseparable part of everyday life, Rabindra Sangeet has also found a cherished place in both Bengali and Hindi cinema, often adapted, referenced, or directly used to elevate cinematic storytelling.
8 May 2025, 10:06 AM
Subir Nandi’s voice still reverberates through the hearts of listeners
Today marks the sixth death anniversary of legendary singer Subir Nandi, whose timeless voice continues to resonate with generations of music lovers. Though he passed away on May 7, 2019, his melodies remain ever-present—on the radio, across streaming platforms, or simply heard in passing—stirring memories and emotions among fans old and new.
7 May 2025, 12:43 PM
‘Borbaad’ and ‘Daagi’ dominate overseas theatres
Bangladeshi films “Borbaad” and “Daagi” have sustained packed audiences in theatres both locally and internationally, even twenty days after their Eid release.
21 April 2025, 06:06 AM
A musical Eid: Songs that are still making memories
A total of six movies were released during Eid-ul-Fitr this year. Among the songs from these films, “Chand Mama” from “Borbaad” and “Konna” from “Jinn 3” have each surpassed 10 million views on YouTube.
10 April 2025, 18:00 PM
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
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
‘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
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 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
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
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
Adventure of Sundarban: A breath of fresh air in the industry
The release of “Adventure of Sundarban” on January 20 felt like a breath of fresh air for the Bangladeshi audience, bringing a film catered towards children—which is an unfamiliar sight in the film industry.
26 January 2023, 15:26 PM
'Pathaan' might release in Bangladesh, decision tomorrow
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s film “Pathaan” might be on its way for a release in Bangladesh. It will allegedly be brought through the SAFTA agreement, and the distribution company in question has already sent a letter to the Ministry of Information and Broadcast.
23 January 2023, 10:53 AM
'Razz is my king'
The marriage between Dhallywood couple, Pori Moni and Razz has at times been a rollercoaster ride. While at times the couple shared adorable pictures of their sweet banter on Facebook, there were also moments when Pori Moni accused Razz of both physical and mental torture. However, everything seems to be fine now, as the couple seem stronger than ever before, as they try to be the best parents possible for their son, Rajya.
22 January 2023, 07:24 AM
Black War Review: Arifin Shuvoo gives it his all
“Mission Extreme” greeted the fans on December 3, 2021, and just 406 days later, its sequel “Black War” appeared before the audience on January 13, 2023.
Revolving around the theme of terrorism, “Black War” continues just where “Mission Extreme” left off. Directed by Sunny Sanwar and Faisal Ahmed, the film portrays how terrorists use religion as a weapon for their own selfish goals, and how the police force works to fight them off.
19 January 2023, 14:25 PM
Remembering Soumitra Chatterjee, our beloved Apu
Today marks the birthday of the person who immortalised the character of Apu in the film “Apur Shangshar”, with his ardent acting and expressions on-screen. He is none other than one of the brightest stars in the Bengali film industry, Soumitra Chatterjee.
19 January 2023, 12:55 PM
Sariful Razz to voice Bangla dub of ‘Pushpa’
Superstar Allu Arjun starrer, South Indian hit “Pushpa: The Rise',' which caused quite the commotion in 2021, will now be released in a Bangladeshi OTT platform in Bangla. In the Bangla dubbing of the film, the character Pushpa Raj will be voiced by our very own Sariful Razz.
19 January 2023, 08:25 AM
I have taken a one-month vacation: Razz
Despite his success in films, Razz had recently experienced some conflicts in his personal life. After quite the strait, now him and his wife, Pori Moni are now enjoying their time at home, with their son Rajyo.
In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Razz shared his new year's resolutions, hopes, recent ventures, and more.
17 January 2023, 11:08 AM
Rajshahi gets its own Star Cineplex
Today, January 13, saw the inauguration of the seventh branch of Star Cineplex, at the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park in Rajshahi.
13 January 2023, 13:05 PM
Zafar Iqbal was Dhallywood’s most stylish hero: Anjana
Zafar Iqbal was the perfect embodiment of style and charisma- his suaveness and iconic fashion sense made him Dhallywood’s one of the first heroes to claim the title of stylish star of all time. He had done it all- he was a hero, freedom fighter and a singer. He ruled over audiences in the 70s and ’80s with his stellar performance and his quintessential looks.
8 January 2023, 13:48 PM
Don’t compare our films with ‘KGF’ or ‘Pushpa’: Arifin Shuvoo
Yesterday, the makers of the film, “Black War” organised an event to unveil the official trailer of the movie. The event took place at Banani club
2 January 2023, 07:52 AM
New year, new films
The last six months have been akin to a festival of amazing films for the audience. Hoping to continue this fever of wonderful productions in this year as well, the filmmakers, actors and associated parties eagerly lined-up several big budget films awaiting releases soon.
1 January 2023, 04:00 AM
I vouch for Awami League with my life: Mahiya Mahi
Today, Dhallywood star Mahiya Mahi bought the nomination form for Awami League.
29 December 2022, 12:52 PM
Stars we lost in 2022
It's always emotional to reminisce on the beloved stars we've lost over the past years, but this year has been especially tragic, given how many of our brightest stars we have lost this year. While their absence saddens us, their memories and contributions are vivid in our minds.
As we approach the New Year, The Daily Star takes a moment to mourn the stars we lost in 2022.
27 December 2022, 05:10 AM