The critically acclaimed Nepali film “Missing: Keti Harayeko Suchana” is set for a nationwide release across Bangladesh from July 18, 2025. The film will be screened at all Star Cineplex branches under the SAFTA agreement, with Show Motion Limited importing the film in exchange for the Bangladeshi film “No Dorai”. 

Actors Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa are expecting their first child; the couple revealed on Wednesday (Jule 9) through a heartfelt joint announcement on Instagram.

Alongside the drawings, six terracotta works are also on display. Unlike the charcoal pieces, these are not based on mythological themes but are inspired by personal ideas and abstract forms. The exhibition remains open to visitors from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm daily until July 11. For art lovers and heritage enthusiasts alike, “Mati, Murti O Manas” offers a rare opportunity to view the past through a contemporary lens—one that honours history while sketching out its quiet beauty in charcoal.

A double treat awaits Bangladeshi moviegoers this weekend, as two of the most anticipated international films of the year — James Gunn’s “Superman” and the Jackie Chan-starrer “Karate Kid: Legends” — are set to hit the big screen at Star Cineplex on July 11, the same day as their global release.

The exhibition flows from abstraction to figuration, from lyrical introspection to social critique. Visitors encounter personal mythologies, reinterpretations of folk traditions, and unflinching meditations on contemporary life, underscored by an Alliance Française de Dhaka press release.

Pakistani actress Humaira Asghar was found dead in her Karachi apartment yesterday, police officials confirmed. Her body, discovered in a flat located in Ittehad Commercial, Phase VI, was in an advanced state of decomposition and is believed to have gone unnoticed for nearly two weeks.

The fifth season of the hit Bangladeshi series “Bachelor Point”, directed and produced by Kajal Arefin Ome, is now set to be released for free on YouTube. Starting July 10, fans can watch new episodes every Thursday and Friday at 7:30 pm on Boom Films’ YouTube channel, exploring the quirky lives of characters like Kabila, Pasha, Habu, and Shimul.

Hollywood actor Johnny Depp recently opened up about the trauma he experienced during his childhood and how it shaped his life and approach to parenting. In a candid interview with The Telegraph, the “Pirates of the Caribbean” star revisited memories of his late mother, Betty Sue Palmer, describing her as physically and emotionally abusive.

The item number “Chand Mama” from the film “Borbaad” has crossed the 100 million mark on YouTube, reaching the milestone even before completing four months since its release. With lyrics and composition by Pritom Hasan, the track features vocals by Dola Rahman alongside Pritom. Directed by Mehedi Hasan, the music video stars Shakib Khan and West Bengal actress Nusrat Jahan.

Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V from BTS, has once again made history on social media. According to HypeAuditor, he has secured a place among the world’s most prominent celebrities across various domains such as music and sports — an impressive feat considering his prolonged absence due to mandatory military service. Despite this hiatus, V’s influence remained strong, further cementing his global appeal.

A new psycho-thriller drama titled “Naseeb”, based on the mysterious and controversial theme of black magic, is set to premiere on July 10 on the YouTube channel of Gaanchill Drama. 

For the first time, Afran Nisho and filmmaker Redoan Rony are joining forces on the new cinematic venture “Domm”. According to the production team, the film is scheduled for release during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.

The documentary chronicles the background, timeline, and emotional arc of the movement, interweaving accounts from student leaders, families of the deceased, and prominent public figures. Viewers are taken through a visceral retelling of events that unfolded on the streets—highlighting both the courage of protestors and the brutality of state forces.

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Bangladesh and China, the Second China-Bangladesh Singing Competition is all set to be held, bringing together participants from both nations through the universal language of music.

Following the massive success of “Wicked: Part One”, director Jon M Chu is gearing up for his next cinematic venture, a live-action “Hot Wheels” movie for Warner Bros and Mattel. The high-speed project will bring to life some of the world’s “hottest and sleekest vehicles,” although plot details remain under wraps.

Aspiring filmmakers and storytelling enthusiasts are in for an opportunity to learn from one of Bangladesh’s most influential media figures. Acclaimed filmmaker and Chorki CEO Redoan Rony will facilitate the upcoming session of “Equanimity Sessions (S03E01)” on July 14, at Studio Yellow Something Ltd in Niketan, Gulshan.

Bangladeshi dancer and choreographer Anandita Khan is currently in the UK for “Blue Sky”, a collaborative project with Sampad South Asian Arts and Heritage, supported by the British Council’s Connections Through Culture grant. The project uses a combination of dance and language to raise awareness about climate change, drawing parallels between the environmental challenges faced by communities in Bangladesh and those in Birmingham.

Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson has officially become the highest-grossing lead actor at the global box office, according to a report by The Wrap. Her cumulative earnings now stand at $14.8 billion worldwide, excluding inflation, following the success of her latest release “Jurassic World: Rebirth”.

“Putulnacher Itikatha” (The Puppet’s Tale), starring Jaya Ahsan, is finally set to hit theatres on August 1. Directed by Suman Mukhopadhyay, the long-awaited adaptation of Manik Bandopadhyay’s iconic novel features Jaya in the role of Kusum, alongside Abir Chatterjee as Shashi and Parambrata Chatterjee as Kumud.

“We’ve poured our hearts into this project. ‘Uraal’ is a tribute to unbreakable friendship, the kind that holds you through life’s uncertainties. I believe people will see a part of themselves in this story.”