In an artistic gathering, Khamkheyali Sabha, a literary and cultural forum inspired by the ideals of Rabindranath Tagore, paid tribute to the late cultural icon Sanjida Khatun through a memorial event titled ‘Sanjida Khatun Smarananjali’. The programme took place at 6:30pm, yesterday, at the World Literature Centre in Bangla Motor, Dhaka.

During his first-ever trip to Dhaka last week, British-Bengali electronic producer, songwriter, and rapper Surya Sen took time out to invigorate stages with his breakout single “Buccho Ni Ba Bhai” at not one but two back-to-back debut shows in the country. This genre-hopping artiste, based in North London, brought some great UK garage, hip-hop, and house music to the table, both old and new.

The Theatre Artists Association of Dhaka (TAD) has expressed disappointment over the proposed national budget for the cultural sector for the 2025–26 fiscal year. 

Taylor Swift’s original recordings have witnessed a dramatic resurgence on Spotify following her announcement last Friday (May 30) that she has reclaimed ownership of her first six studio albums.

Bangladesh Television (BTV) has curated a four-part musical celebration this Eid-ul-Azha, featuring 13 renowned and emerging bands from across the country. The special series will offer audiences a festive blend of nostalgia and fresh sounds.

The latest song “Lichur Bagane” from the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha release “Taandob” has stirred significant buzz following its release last night.

As the outside world grows darker, with death counts rising and normalcy disappearing, the bond between Jaya and Sharmin is tested further. The film captures the delicate balance between love and self-preservation during a crisis, encapsulated in Jaya’s repeated, poignant line: "All promises are false. Nobody came to rescue."

Large ancestral mansions with tales unknown, deep mysteries looming for generations, exquisite interiors hiding years of misdeeds; the very factors that make history humane also make the places witnessing them areas of massive interest. A family drama unfolding in such a backdrop, with a cast executing fine performances, ought to be acclaimed. Yet, the true beauty of the 2007 psychological horror-comedy “Bhool Bhulaiyaa” lies in its appeal, even after all these years.

With her calm, committed approach and an enduring passion for performance, Aysha Rahman Monica continues to leave her mark on Bangladesh’s creative scene—quietly, but distinctly.

Twenty-five rare paintings by the late Indian modernist Maqbool Fida Husain, offering his sweeping perspective on the 20th century, are set to go under the hammer on June 12 in Mumbai.

All eight episodes of the new season will be available for streaming on the Bongo app on Eid day.

Popular singer Kornia is back with yet another music video, this time titled “Jamdani Saree”. The Eid special track was released yesterday on her official YouTube channel.

The interim government is likely to impose a 10 percent supplementary duty on over-the-top (OTT) platform services in the upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 — a move that is expected to raise consumer costs and increase spending on paid streaming services.

The first “Nazrul Rock Concert 2025” took place last evening, marking the launch of a new album by the Nazrul Institute. As part of this initiative, the institute has released 10 songs of rebellion and awakening by National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, reimagined and performed by 10 different Bangladeshi bands.

Renowned Bengali actor and filmmaker Parambrata Chattopadhyay is now a father. His wife, Piya Chakraborty, welcomed a baby boy at a private hospital in Kolkata today.

Netflix officially revealed the release dates for the highly anticipated fifth and final season of its blockbuster series “Stranger Things” early today. The announcement was made through a video posted on the platform’s YouTube channel, which runs for over two minutes and offers a sneak peek at what fans can look forward to in the concluding chapter.

Renée Victor, the actress best known for voicing Abuelita in Disney and Pixar’s “Coco” and playing Lupita on Showtime’s “Weeds”, has passed away at the age of 86.

Recently, she revealed that a portion of the profits from this business will be dedicated to supporting pregnant women and newborns.

Shakib Khan’s fans are in for a treat this Eid-ul-Azha, as BTV’s “Anandamela" will feature the megastar in a candid appearance on the popular festive programme.

To commemorate the 126th birth anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam, the National Poet of Bangladesh, the cultural platform Gems of Nazrul hosted a musical tribute titled “Ontorey Tumi Acho Chirodin” this evening. The event brought together prominent Nazrul exponents and emerging voices to celebrate the poet’s diverse musical repertoire and reflect on his unparalleled contributions to Bengali music.