Authorities have apprehended two individuals in connection with a cybercrime case involving the unauthorised acquisition of over 900 concert tickets, most of which were for Taylor Swift’s highly sought-after “Eras Tour”.

Alongside “Amalnama”, Zahid will also appear in “Utshob”, a film directed by Tanim Noor, set for release this Eid-ul-Azha. Reflecting on his choices, he added, “I don’t take on projects unless I truly like them. After my break, I’ve worked on two projects and enjoyed both. The audience will see me in different roles in these films.”

As I walked into Kalakendra in the capital’s Lalmatia area, I was unsure what to expect from Kabir Ahmed Masum Chisty’s solo exhibition, “Meghnad Badh”, curated by Lala Rukh Selim. I did not personally know the artist or his body of work, yet I was drawn to the premise—a visual reimagining of “Meghnadbad Kabya”, Michael Madhusudan Dutt’s magnum opus that transformed the perception of a character largely dismissed in the mainstream “Ramayana”. What struck me most was the exhibition’s engagement with what Sibaji Bandyopadhyay, in his book “Three Essays on the Ramayana” calls ‘dispersed textuality’—the idea that an epic exists not as a singular, authoritative narrative but as an intricate, layered text that absorbs contradictions and alternative voices.

Actor and film producer Abhishek Bachchan is often faced with criticism, with some questioning whether his career was built on merit or privilege. Having parents—the legendary Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan and the evergreen actress Jaya Bachchan—who are two of the most influential and famous Bollywood stars, overshadowed his talents for a long time. However, over the years, his versatile acting has made netizens realise that he might have been wrongfully criticised all this time.

Kalpana started her career as a playback singer at just five years old. By 2013, she had recorded 1,500 songs and performed in 3,000 concerts both in India and internationally.

A Mro-language film titled “Kio Ri Pekra Uo”, known in English as “Dear Mother”, is being showcased at the University of Cambridge. According to a press release from the film’s creators, the screening is scheduled for today at 8:30pm Bangladesh time, organised by the Indigenous Studies Group at Cambridge.

Australian cricketer David Warner has long been vocal about his admiration for Indian cinema, particularly the works of Allu Arjun. Throughout the pandemic, Warner frequently shared videos on social media, recreating Arjun’s iconic dialogues and dance sequences alongside his family. While many assumed that his love for the actor would eventually lead to a collaboration, Warner’s much-anticipated entry into Telugu cinema is set to take a different route.

Millie Bobby Brown, known for her role in “Stranger Things”, has spoken out against recent media coverage of her appearance, stating, "This isn't journalism, this is bullying."

This Kamruzzaman Roman directorial is the third instalment of the “Jinn” franchise, produced by Jaaz Multimedia. Although Shajal Noor appeared in the first part, he was not in the second film. However, the actor will be seen in this third instalment. “I can assure the audience that they will be amazed by the film. It may primarily belong to the horror genre, but it is completely entertaining. This time around, the story also includes a blend of action and romance,” he added.

A freshly acquired report states that approximately 18.1 million viewers watched ABC’s broadcast of the 97th Academy Awards last Sunday, reflecting a seven percent decline compared to the previous year.

Sontu, the beloved celebrity dog from Khulna, Bangladesh, passed away on Sunday night after battling health issues for several days. 

Popular model-actress Sabila Nur has officially stepped into the world of writing. However, this isn’t entirely new for her, as she has previously written stories for television dramas. At least two dramas have been made based on her scripts. But this time, she has debuted as an author at the Amar Ekushey Book Fair.

Adrien Brody broke the record for the longest ever Oscars acceptance speech, clocking a whopping five minutes and 40 seconds on stage upon winning best actor for his role in "The Brutalist."

Rupanty Akid made her acting debut as a child artiste in the drama “Angti”, directed by Sagar Jahan in 2013. She was also featured in Mahfuz Ahmed’s “Keboli Raat Hoye Jay” and “Hello Bangladesh”. Last year, she received widespread recognition for her role in Shihab Shaheen’s web film “Kacher Manhush Durey Thuiya”. The actress will be seen in Masud Hasan Ujjal’s upcoming film, “Bonolota Sen”.

Speaking about his character in the project, Rashed Mamun Apu shared, “I play a journalist from a small town who is also a TikToker. He works for a little-known online news portal. I thoroughly enjoyed playing this character as well.”

As the ongoing allegations, contentions and discussions were addressed by the Cultural Advisor Mostafa Sarwar Farooki through his Facebook posts and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs through a press note, Syed Jamil Ahmed clears his stance once again in an interview.

Popular music composer Prince Mahmud has opened up about the issue. On Monday, March 3, Prince Mahmud wrote on Facebook, “Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is fine as an adviser. At least he is not being childish. He is sensitive and knows what to say and do in different situations. The situation demands someone like him.”

Despite playing a critical role in the nation’s film industry, the organisation has been hampered by inefficiency and mismanagement. Recently, efforts have been made to reinvigorate the BFDC, including reducing rental fees for shooting floors and equipment to attract more production work.

SVF, the powerhouse of Eastern India’s entertainment scene, along with its digital streaming arm Hoichoi, has unveiled an extensive lineup of over 25 new productions, spanning web-series, feature films, and fresh storytelling formats. The grand reveal took place at “Golper Parbon 1432”, an event marking SVF’s three-decade legacy in Bengali content creation.

The 97th Academy Awards kicked off in Los Angeles. “Anora” won Best Picture at the 2025 Oscars. The film dominated the evening with five awards, including Best Actress for Mikey Madison. Director Sean Baker took home three Oscars for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film Editing.