Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has said that efforts are underway to widely disseminate the tragic and powerful story of the July 2024 mass uprising to the public through collective and narrative-driven projects.

“Bend It Like Beckham”, made on a modest £3.5 million budget, became an unexpected box office sensation, grossing nearly £60 million worldwide. The film follows a British-Indian teenager who defies family expectations to pursue her love of football.

Set in a society marked by consumerism and apathy, the play follows Shubhonkar—a seemingly ordinary man—who becomes entangled in the turbulence of social upheaval. While others burn for the cause, Shubhonkar simply wants to hold hands, to connect, to not be forgotten. Yet, the system swallows him whole.

Television shooting activities are set to resume in Uttara’s Sector 4 after a breakthrough was reached between local authorities and industry professionals. 

Scroll through any beauty retailer or Instagram ad today, and chances are you will stumble across a celebrity-owned brand. From skincare and makeup to fragrance, supplements, and now even homeware and tea, the list keeps growing. Over the past few years, it feels like nearly every actor, singer, or influencer with a solid fan base has released a product line inspired by their personal journey.

Actors Mosharraf Karim, Shamim Zaman, and A K M Hasan– who first formed a bond in the early 1990s; are set to share the screen once again.

Legendary Bangladeshi rock band Warfaze is set to embark on a two-month Canada tour this September and October, marking four decades of their musical journey.

BTS member Jungkook continues to cement his legacy in global music history. The 27-year-old K-pop sensation has officially become the first Asian solo artiste to surpass 100 million streams on every original solo track released under his Spotify profile, according to the World Music Awards on July 21.

Lalon honoured the body and recognised its significance in shaping our worldview.

Following the screening of “Jibon Theke Neya”, another iconic Bangladeshi film, “Surja Dighal Bari”, is set to be showcased in Australia. The film, which centres on the resilience of a woman named Joygun amid life’s struggles, will be screened on August 3 at a special venue called Zamindar Bari.

American heavy metal band Slipknot are marking the 25th anniversary of their landmark debut album with a special reissue of Slipknot (1999), featuring more than 40 previously unreleased tracks. As reported by Billboard, the deluxe edition will be released on September 5 under Roadrunner Records.

Additionally, the new season of Duronto TV will also feature shows such as “Rong Beronger Golpo”, “Duronto Shastho Duronto Mon”, “The Smurfs”, “Sweet Little Monsters”, “Sisimpur”, “The Art Room”, “Mia and Me”, and more.

Jennifer Lopez celebrated turning 56 in true J Lo style — by gifting fans a bold new anthem. The global pop icon marked her birthday on Thursday with the release of her first solo track of the year, aptly titled “Birthday”.

A light-hearted family drama titled “Beshi Bole Bulbuli” has taken YouTube by storm since its release on July 23, crossing half a million views within just 10 hours on CMV’s official channel. The drama features popular actors Totini and Tawsif Mahbub in lead roles, with direction by Rubel Hasan and a screenplay written by Mezbah Uddin Sumon.

Popular Bollywood actor Sharman Joshi is all set to make his debut in Tollywood. For the first time, the actor will appear in a Bengali film, opposite noted Indian actress Susmita Chatterjee. The film is being directed by MN Raj and jointly produced by Meher Entertainment Ventures, Himani Films, and Floating Water.

The FT-7 BGI jet crashing into Milestone School and College in Dhaka's Uttara on July 21, 2025, has left the nation in shock and despair. The incident took the lives of at least 34 people, including the pilot, teachers, and many young students, and injured over 150.

Phoenix went on to prove his critics wrong. He has since earned four Academy Award nominations, winning Best Actor for his dark and layered portrayal in “Joker”. He’s also claimed Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival for his haunting role in Lynne Ramsay’s “You Were Never Really Here”.

The show, according to Mahtim, aims to share stories from real life through various formats, including visuals, recitations, drama, and music. This series marks a creative shift for the artiste, who is known primarily for his musical work and strong digital following.

After more than three decades on air, celebrity news programme “E! News” has been cancelled once again. The show will air new episodes until September 25 before going off-air, as part of the E! network’s transition under the newly established company Versant, formerly known as SpinCo.

Emergency responders were dispatched to Hogan’s Clearwater, Florida home early Thursday morning following reports of a cardiac arrest. Police vehicles and ambulances were seen outside the residence, where Hogan was reportedly taken away on a stretcher.