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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.

Ayub Bachchu honoured posthumously with Ekushey Padak

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

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
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'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

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
He praised the role the newspaper has played over the years in the country’s art, culture, and cinema.

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
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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

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’

‘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
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The audience will decide if they like ‘Mukhosh’: Mosharraf Karim

Mosharraf Karim, Pori Moni and Ziaul Roshan starrer “Mukhosh” released this week in 38 cinema halls. The film is Efthakhar Suvo’s debut directorial. The Daily Star caught up with the actor, as he spoke about his expectations towards the film and more.
5 March 2022, 18:00 PM
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Nipun to serve as Film Artistes’ Association’s General Secretary till Feb 22

Actress Nipun will be serving as the General Secretary of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association till February 22. The news was confirmed by the actress herself in a press conference held at BFDC today.
15 February 2022, 13:19 PM
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Actors busy with work have no time for elections: Shakib Khan

Dhalywood superstar Shakib Khan has been residing in the USA for a while now, as news recently broke out that he will be the ambassador of one of the biggest Bengali festivals around the world, the North America Bengali Conference.
1 February 2022, 18:00 PM
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There is no evidence that proves I ‘bought’ votes: Zayed Khan

Zayed Khan has been elected as the general secretary for the third time in a row at the Film Artistes Association elections. He has received a total of 176 votes, winning over his opponent noted actress Nipun, who had received 163 votes. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, Zayed Khan talks about the elections, his experiences, and his plans for the future.
29 January 2022, 12:21 PM
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Why is the BFDC crowded with outsiders?

Stars have raised concerns regarding the crowds of external visitors at the BFDC, ahead of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association elections.
18 January 2022, 06:56 AM
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I will arrange accommodation for landless artistes: Zayed Khan

Zayed Khan is competing against Nipun for the post of General Secretary in the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association elections, set to be held on January 28. He opens up about his plans, and more.
13 January 2022, 12:09 PM
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'Raat Jaga Phool' showcases nature’s revenge

We all have to pay for our sins – This is the central message of ‘Raat Jaga Phool’.
11 January 2022, 18:00 PM
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I took inspiration from the brave journalists I know: Pori Moni

Popular actress Pori Moni's "Mukhosh", directed by Efthakhar Suvo, is set to release on January 21.
4 January 2022, 18:00 PM
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Some people are trying to sabotage my reputation: Shakib Khan

Superstar Shakib Khan is currently in the USA, planning his upcoming projects. However, rumours about his permanent stay there surfaced in the last few weeks after the actor departed from Dhaka in November.
1 January 2022, 18:00 PM
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New Year, New Films

There are a good number of films that await release.
1 January 2022, 11:11 AM
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I am not settling down in the USA: Shakib Khan

Rumours were rife that superstar Shakib Khan will be settling down in the United States of America (USA). However, the actor has denied such claims.
21 December 2021, 08:13 AM
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A spoiler-free review of Mission Extreme

Sunny Sanwar and Faisal Ahmed directorial “Mission Extreme” hit theatres worldwide, yesterday. The film is running houseful since day one, which is rare in recent years. Seems like Bangladeshi cinema is reviving after a long time.
4 December 2021, 09:57 AM
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‘His performances on the silver screen will remain evergreen’

On this day 17 years ago, we lost renowned film actor Wasimul Bari Rajib to cancer. However, the four-time National Film Award winner remains a shining name of the film industry. Rajib made his silver screen debut in 1982 in the movie, “Khokon Shona”, with noted director Kazi Hayat.
14 November 2021, 08:06 AM
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Shakib Khan to fly to the USA today

Popular actor Shakib Khan set to fly to United States tomorrow morning. He will leave Dhaka for New York tomorrow at 7 am to attend the 16th Oikko Channel I Music Awards.
11 November 2021, 15:47 PM
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Badhon wins Best Actress at Asia Pacific Screen Awards

Azmeri Haque Badhon recently won the Asia Pacific Screen Award in the ‘Best Actress’ category for her performance in “Rehana Maryam Noor”.
11 November 2021, 11:46 AM
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I backed out of a film for ‘Habibi’: Nusraat Faria

I started preparing for the song 20 days in advance. I also had to study for my third-year law final exams at the time. I shot for “Habibi” on October 14, and had a paper due the next day.
9 November 2021, 18:00 PM
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Farooque’s condition now better, confirms his wife

Noted actor and Member of Parliament Farooque is currently undergoing treatment at a cabin of Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore, after being in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) since March 21, 2021.
31 October 2021, 07:12 AM
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Dighi takes a break from shooting on her birthday

Promising film star Prarthona Fardin Dighi has taken a break on her birthday.
26 October 2021, 10:47 AM
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Bidya Sinha Mim, Kumar Bishwajit speak out against Rangpur arson attack

The whole nation was shocked when a group of miscreants burned down 20 Hindu homes at a village in Rangpur’s Pirganj upazila.
18 October 2021, 14:54 PM
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‘Every song sung by him is truly special to me’

Legendary rockstar Ayub Bachchu left his fans shocked and disheartened when he passed away on October 18, 2018, at the age of 56.
18 October 2021, 03:40 AM

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