Gary Oldman, the versatile actor who won an Oscar for “Darkest Hour” and captivates viewers in “Slow Horses”, has been knighted by King Charles III in the monarch’s birthday honours. 

National Award-winning actress Azmeri Haque Badhan is earning praise for her latest film “Esha Murder”, which premiered on Eid-ul-Azha and is directed by Sunny Sanwar. Badhan takes on the leading role of a police officer in this woman-centric thriller, and the actress has since been immersed in promotions—appearing on TV, visiting theatres, and speaking with the press.

Bollywood icon Aamir Khan has confirmed his cameo appearance in “Coolie”, the highly anticipated film starring Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.

British actress Pik-Sen Lim, who was born in Penang and rose to fame for her role in the sitcom “Mind Your Language”, passed away recently at the age of 80.

BTS member J-Hope has returned to the global music scene with his latest single, “Killin’ It Girl”, breaking records within minutes of its release.

Six films were released across cinemas in Bangladesh this Eid. Among them, “Taandob”, starring Shakib Khan and directed by Raihan Rafi, has led the charts from Eid day through the fifth day of the holiday. The film was released in 133 theatres nationwide, with midnight screenings (12am–3am) running in venues such as Chhaya Bani in Mymensingh, Rajtilok in Rajshahi, and Modhubon Cineplex in Bogura.

Once a sweetheart of television, Sabila Nur has hit the bullseye with her silver-screen debut with a leading role opposite Shakib Khan in “Taandob”. The film will go down in Bangladesh’s cinematic history for being rife with action, twists, and cameos.

In light of this overwhelming local demand, the film is now set for overseas audiences. Starting today, the film will begin screening across more than 50 cinemas in Europe, America, and Canada in a phased schedule. Notably, the overseas distribution is being managed by BiosKope Films.

Abul Hayat plays the father—a role that showcases his signature subtlety and depth—while Richi Solaiman portrays the daughter, bringing tenderness and nuance to the performance. The video also includes actor Humayun Chowdhury in a supporting role.

Superstar Shakib Khan has returned the Tk 65 lakh government grant allocated for his long-stalled film, “Maya”. The project, which was greenlit under the 2021–22 fiscal year’s government funding scheme, failed to begin production even after three years, drawing widespread criticism and raising questions about the use of public funds in the entertainment sector.

Pop sensation Dua Lipa has officially confirmed her engagement to British actor Callum Turner. After months of speculation, Lipa shared the news in a recent British Vogue cover interview, saying, “Yeah, we’re engaged… It's a really special feeling.”

Khaby Lame, the most-followed creator on TikTok, has reportedly left the United States following his brief detention by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Veteran actor Somu Chowdhury made headlines yesterday after a photo of him resting under a tree near Mukhi Shah Miskin Shrine in Gafargaon upazila of Mymensingh, wearing only a gamcha (traditional cotton towel or cloth), went viral on social media. Many initially speculated it might be a scene from a film shoot, while others thought he was mentally unstable

Netflix has officially announced “Stranger Things: Tales From '85”, an animated spinoff of the hit sci-fi series, during its presentation at the Annecy Film Festival. Set in the winter of 1985 between Seasons 2 and 3 of the original show, the series promises a blend of nostalgia and fresh storytelling.

Renowned actor and six-time National Film Award winner Fazlur Rahman Babu made a powerful Eid comeback with three film releases: “Taandob”, “Insaaf”, and “Neelchokro”.

Il Cinema Ritrovato is an annual festival dedicated to screening restored classics, rare archival films, retrospectives, and silent features accompanied by live scores.

Kanye West seems to be undergoing yet another shift in his public persona. After legally changing his name to Ye in 2018, he is now being identified as "Ye Ye" in multiple official business filings submitted in California.

Among the six films released this festive season—“Taandob”, “Insaaf”, “Tagar”, “Utshob”, “Neelchokro”, and “Esha Murder: Kormophol”—two stood out for their star-studded surprises and sequel teases: “Taandob” and “Insaaf”.

The family entertainer “Utshob” is winning over audiences, drawing packed houses at Star Cineplex.

This Eid-ul-Azha, actress Jaya Ahsan returned to the silver screen with two new films—“Taandob”, directed by Raihan Rafi, and “Utshob”, directed by Tanim Noor. Since Eid day, she has been visiting various theatres across the country as part of the promotional campaign.