The film has been produced with an eye on the Cannes Film Festival, the director said, adding that the story addresses the discrimination women continue to face in contemporary society.

Beyond his personal practice, Chowdhury’s most enduring contribution came in 1994, when, through sustained personal effort, he established the Narayanganj Institute of Fine Arts. The institution went on to play a pivotal role in decentralising art education and nurturing cultural practice outside Dhaka, shaping generations of young artists in the region.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), owned by Shah Rukh Khan, to release Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the upcoming season, citing “recent developments.”

Actor Anil Kapoor has reportedly acquired the rights to his 2001 political drama “Nayak”, fuelling speculation about a possible sequel nearly 25 years after the film’s release.

Addressing his fans in an emotional message, Tausif said, “I may not have become a big star, but my greatest achievement is that songs I sang a decade and a half ago are still listened to with interest and will continue to be. What greater achievement can there be for an artiste? Please do not spread rumours about me without knowing the truth.”

Hridoy has directed and acted in the short film “Trapped”, marking his debut as a filmmaker. The 28-minute-35-second mystery drama also stars Mozeza Ashraf Monalisa, once a prominent face on television and in commercials, who makes her acting comeback through this project.

Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman is set to step in front of the camera for the first time with the upcoming comedy film “Moonwalk”, directed by Manoj N S. The film stars Prabhu Deva in the lead and is scheduled for a theatrical release in May 2026.

At a time when many established artistes are largely focused on live concerts, veteran singer Fahmida Nabi continues to release new music. The singer has recently recorded three new songs that draw inspiration from the melodic sensibilities of the 1990s.

Currently based in Canada, where his son Nibir is undergoing rehabilitation, the veteran singer spoke to The Daily Star about life abroad, fatherhood, and his enduring bond with music.

Apurba has categorically stated that these remarks do not reflect his views. Urging people to refrain from publishing such false news and misleading statements, he wrote in the caption of his post, “Please refrain from spreading such fake news and statements. Otherwise, legal action will be taken.”

Begum Khaleda Zia came to my mother’s residence at Kalindi,” he wrote. “She sat with us, spoke lovingly of my mother and her memories, and comforted us as though she were one of our own. She showed immense respect and affection for Firoza Begum.”

Tausif Ahmed has lent his voice to many popular songs, including “Dure Kothao Achhi Bose”, “Brishti Jhore Jay”, “E Moner Anginay” and “Jan Pakhi”.

An official of the relevant wing of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, “There is still no specific information on this matter. It is not possible to say when the gazette will be published.”

Joseph alleges that the dismissal caused significant emotional distress, including symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as financial loss. He is seeking damages for sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination, with compensation to be determined by a jury.

Bangladeshi actress Sallha Khanam Nadia has welcomed a baby girl, sharing the news on the first day of the year.

The finale of “Stranger Things” has triggered a major streaming surge for actor-musician Joe Keery, with his song “End of Beginning” rising to No 2 on Spotify’s Global Top 50 chart.

The album will be BTS’s first group release since the members began a hiatus to complete South Korea’s mandatory military service.

Directed by Soukarya Ghosal, “OCD” is described as a psychological drama rooted in the impact of childhood trauma. The film explores how a single bitter experience can irreversibly shape a child’s future, with its emotional burden often carried for a lifetime.

Actor Siam Ahmed has signalled an intense and high-stakes year ahead on the big screen, urging audiences to “hold on tight to their cinema seats” as he prepares to return with a slate of new characters and stories in the new year.

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.