Eid Day 1: What to watch on television

Television channels pull out all the stops during Eid, offering a colourful blend of dramas, musical shows, film premieres, and special children’s programmes to keep viewers engaged throughout the festivities. As the most widely accessible medium, TV networks curate a vibrant schedule of fiction and entertainment centred around the joy of Eid.
31 March 2025, 04:00 AM

I miss the Eid days of my childhood: Mosharraf Karim

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Mosharraf shared his excitement about the film. “I attended the premiere of ‘Chokkor 302’. It was my first time watching the full film, and I truly enjoyed it. The energy in the room was amazing—sitting with the audience, I could sense that they loved it, too. I had a wonderful time.”
31 March 2025, 03:40 AM

I hope to create beautiful memories this Eid: Totini

Totini described Eid as a time filled with joy and deep emotions.
30 March 2025, 09:00 AM

Eid week features magazine and celebrity specials

Television channels have lined up a range of magazine and celebrity shows to entertain viewers this Eid. From music and dance to special performances, audiences can expect a variety of festive programmes.
30 March 2025, 06:30 AM

Mosharraf Karim attends ‘Chokkor 302’ premiere in a wheelchair

Mosharraf Karim made an unexpected entrance at the premiere of "Chokkor 302", arriving in a wheelchair with a bandaged leg—leaving guests visibly surprised. The premiere, held Saturday (March 29) night at Centre Point Star Cineplex in the capital, marked the launch of Sharaf Ahmed Jibon’s Eid release.
30 March 2025, 06:23 AM

Spending Eid with audiences feels just as special as family: Shajal Noor

Eid in Dhaka is always vibrant, and this year, the festive cheer is set to grow brighter with stars like Shajal Noor sharing their holiday spirit. The actor spoke to The Daily Star ahead of the celebrations, reflecting on the joy this season brings.
30 March 2025, 06:00 AM

40 years of Renaissance: Band returns with new release on Eid

Renaissance, the iconic band that began its journey in 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. To mark this milestone, the band has decided to release a new song, titled “Diner Sheshe Shobai Eka”.
30 March 2025, 05:23 AM

Chand raat special: Musical showcase at Shilpakala

To celebrate the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has arranged a Chand raat special musical event. The programme will take place today at 7 pm at Nandan Mancha, featuring performances by Emon Chowdhury, Nancy, and Qawwal Ahmed Noor Ameri. Ameri is well-known for his expertise in Qawwali and Maizbhandari music.
30 March 2025, 05:11 AM

‘Myself Allen Swapan 2’ set for release on chand raat

The much-anticipated second season of “Myself Allen Swapan” is hence set to premiere on chand raat, just in time for audiences to enjoy it for Eid-ul-Fitr.
29 March 2025, 16:53 PM

The musical journey of Arafat Mohsin

Nidhi’s journey in the entertainment industry began as a composer and music producer. His first film project was Redoan Rony’s “Ice Cream”, and he continued to make his mark with other film scores, including his work on “DamaaI”, “Surongo”, and “Toofan”.
29 March 2025, 13:19 PM

Miyazaki, AI, and the weight of human ingenuity in art

One ought to adhere to a certain level of reverence when talking about Hayao Miyazaki. The man has dedicated his life to a form of animation that values patience over production speed, detail over efficiency, and emotion over mere aesthetics. Back in 2016, he made a public statement regarding AI-generated art, where he called it an “insult to life itself”. To therefore understand the weight of the proclamation itself is to understand the nature of his art.
29 March 2025, 10:09 AM

‘Anyadin’ escapes censorship after years in limbo

After years of being barred from local screens, Kamar Ahmad Simon’s internationally acclaimed film “Anyadin…” (Day After…) has finally been cleared for release in Bangladesh.
29 March 2025, 09:29 AM

‘Shobar Agey Bangladesh’ announces nationwide ‘Swadhinata Concert’

Under the initiative of “Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation”, a series of “Swadhinata Concerts” will be held simultaneously in four divisional cities, including Dhaka, on April 11.
29 March 2025, 07:21 AM

Shakib Khan’s ‘Taandob’ look unveiled

The “Toofan” director shared the poster with the caption, "Happy Birthday, Megastar Shakib Khan! Hold your breath, ‘Taandob’ is coming!”
29 March 2025, 06:30 AM

BTS' Jungkook makes largest donation to South Korea's wildfire relief efforts

The catastrophic wildfires in South Korea have been a major news focus. According to the Ministry of Interior and Safety, 27 fatalities have been confirmed, with the toll likely to increase.
29 March 2025, 06:10 AM

Will Smith confronts Oscar slap in new album release

It was the moment that sent shockwaves across the globe — and now, Will Smith is confronting it head-on.
29 March 2025, 05:00 AM

Eid 2025: Your complete entertainment itinerary

As Eid-ul-Fitr approaches, the entertainment industry gears up to deliver some of the year’s biggest productions across cinema, television, and OTT platforms. This year is no exception, with highly anticipated films and soundtracks setting the stage for a grand celebration.
28 March 2025, 18:33 PM

‘Chand Mama’ debuts in celebration of Shakib Khan’s birthday today

The much-anticipated song “Chand Mama” from the upcoming Shakib Khan starrer "Borbaad" is out now. This energetic item number, unveiled today in celebration of the superstar’s birthday, features vocals by Pritom Hasan and Dola Rahman.
28 March 2025, 14:40 PM

Irfan Sajjad and Farin pair up for ‘Azaan’

With cinematography by Khair Khondokar, editing by Ismail Hossain, and background score composed by Abhishek Bhattacharya, the song for the drama has been performed by Asir Arman. “Azaan” marks the second directorial venture of poet and advertising professional Pulak Aneel.
28 March 2025, 11:39 AM

Hrithik Roshan to make directorial debut with ‘Krrish 4’

In a major announcement that has thrilled fans, “Krrish 4”, the next installment of the popular Indian superhero franchise, has been officially confirmed, with Hrithik Roshan making his directorial debut. Moreover, the film is co-produced by his father, Rakesh Roshan, and Yash Raj Films' Aditya Chopra.
28 March 2025, 07:12 AM
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