Describing the selection as “a moment of pride for our young filmmaker,” the ministry pledged to finance air travel for a member of the film delegation to Karlovy Vary. Adviser Farooki emphasised that the ministry will continue encouraging Bangladeshi talents in music, cinema, photography, theatre, and architecture who gain international recognition.

The actor was admitted to a hospital in Dhaka with pneumonia on June 6, just a day before Eid-ul-Azha, and was unable to join his co-stars in the film’s promotional campaign. From his hospital bed, he watched reviews pour in and audiences respond with warmth—something he described as profoundly moving.

Known for choosing diverse roles, Shuvoo explained, “Films come in all forms. I’ve always tried to explore different dimensions through different stories. That’s why I joined ‘NeelChokro’. If every film was like ‘Mission Extreme’, ‘Dhaka Attack’ or ‘Chuye Dile Mon’, you’d be bored. This one is a different kind of story.”

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.

There’s fresh hope for fans of Netflix’s acclaimed crime drama “Mindhunter”. Holt McCallany, who played FBI agent Bill Tench in the series, revealed in an interview with CBR that creator David Fincher is considering reviving the show, not as a third season, but as a trilogy of feature-length films.

Jeremy Allen White steps into the shoes of Bruce Springsteen in the first trailer for “Deliver Me From Nowhere”. The biographical drama, written and directed by Scott Cooper, will be released in theatres on October 24 under 20th Century Studios.

After a long hiatus, Shakib Khan and Jaya Ahsan have reunited on screen for the film “Taandob”, which has become a talking point since its release this Eid-ul-Azha. Ahead of the film’s premiere, Jaya praised Shakib during a press conference, and once again, in a recent interview with Kolkata-based daily Anandabazar, the actress lauded the Dhallywood star.

“Boistwami Rock Fest” is making its return this year and is scheduled to take place tomorrow at Sundari Cafe and Art Space in the capital’s Purbachal New Town.

Beyoncé has once again cemented her legacy, this time in London. As part of her “Cowboy Carter” world tour, the global superstar performed six sold-out shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, setting three new records at the venue.

A new “Harold & Kumar” movie is officially in development, with creators of “Cobra Kai”—Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald—helming the project. According to Deadline, the film is being developed under Lionsgate’s Mandate Pictures, the same studio behind the original comedy classics.

Amid the box‑office success, reports emerged that an HD copy of “Taandob” had been leaked on YouTube and other platforms. In response, the production company adopted a hard line. The producer, Shahriar Shakil, filed a complaint with the police seeking legal action under copyright legislation, and detectives have now arrested three suspects in connection with the piracy. At around 11:45 am today (Wednesday), Dhaka Metropolitan Police Detective Branch (DB) Joint Commissioner Nasirul Islam confirmed the arrests to Prothom Alo.

This is where Badhan steps in as the lead, playing officer Leena. From the get-go, she is a no-nonsense character. She is a strong police officer, but a heavily traumatised woman. It is the trauma that leads her to train, persist, and become a law enforcement officer in the first place, a plot device that pays off to its fullest near the end.

Celebrated for his masterful interpretations of Beethoven, Brendel was also a published poet and essayist, admired for his sharp wit and intellectual depth. A statement from his spokesperson noted he will “be remembered and celebrated with deep gratitude by his family—partner Maria Majno, Irene Brendel, his children, Doris, Adrian, Sophie and Katharina, and his four grandchildren.”

“Dear Maa” stars Jaya alongside Chandan Roy Sanyal in the lead roles, with an ensemble cast featuring Saswata Chatterjee, Dhritiman Chatterjee, and Malayalam actor Padmapriya Janakiraman. According to the director, while the plot revolves around a young daughter and her parents, the film also explores other complex relationships within a modern family dynamic.

Hollywood actor and film producer Tom Cruise is set to be honoured with an honorary Oscar for the first time in his career, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Tuesday (June 17). The accolade will be presented at the 16th Governors Awards, scheduled to take place in November 2025—months ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards.

Tanim Noor’s Eid release “Utshob” has emerged as a box office success, earning over Tk 1.14 crore within just 10 days of its theatrical run. The film, which continues to draw strong audience response, is now gearing up for international release.

Written and directed by Shakil Ahmed Sonet, the play draws from the spirit of monsoon revolutions and presents what the director describes as “a chronicle of our times”—a poetic yet brutal narrative set against the backdrop of gunshots, grief, and fragmented dreams.

Director Farhad Hossain had announced an Eid release for “Nadan” on May 13 with the launch of its first-look poster. However, just a week before Eid, the filmmaker revealed that technical complications had forced a delay. “Although we had initially planned for Eid, some technical issues held us back,” he told The Daily Star. “Now we’re targeting a Durga Puja release. If all goes according to plan, the film will premiere in cinemas nationwide this September 26.”

Veteran actress Glenn Close is the latest big name to join “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping”, the much-anticipated prequel to the blockbuster franchise, reported Deadline.

The Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) has kicked off a vibrant new art initiative titled “Bhashajog: Celebrating Expression through Language in Printmaking”, spotlighting the country’s rich linguistic and cultural diversity. The weeklong workshop began on June 13 at the National Art Gallery Plaza in Shegun Bagicha, Dhaka, and will run through June 21, offering four daily sessions to a total of 80 registered participants each day.