As part of the anniversary programme, Prangone Mor will stage “Tiner Talowar” on May 6 at 7 pm at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.

Produced under the Cinemawala banner, the story revolves around four central characters—Fahad, Samir, Mehreen and Sayra—and their families. Irfan Sajjad plays Fahad, while Khairul Basar portrays his brother Samir. In a dramatic twist, Samir marries Fahad’s former love, Mehreen, played by Keya Payel. Fahad’s wife Sayra is portrayed by Sunerah Binte Kamal.

Pop star Britney Spears has been charged in California with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, authorities confirmed on Thursday (April 30).

Now, fresh off the release of “2nd Nayok”, a collaboration with Nuhash Humayun, the indomitable composer-turned-actor looks to return to his roots as the poster boy of Bangla independent hits.

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The production revisited the well-known Bengali story by Upendrakishore Ray Chowdhury, later adapted into a film by Satyajit Ray. Combining dialogue, music and movement, the staging aimed to bring the familiar narrative to a live audience through a mix of theatrical and technical elements.

After nearly ten years of anticipation, Bangladeshi band Ashes has released its new track “Feriwala”, the fourth song from its album “Bivrom”.

A new documentary series centred on the life of Princess Diana is in development, with producers promising an intimate portrait told largely in her own voice.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has introduced a significant set of new and revised rules for the 99th Oscars, scheduled for 2027, reflecting updated standards on eligibility, creative authorship, and international inclusion.

The makers of “Rockstar” have unveiled an animated promotional project and announced that the film’s teaser will be released on May 5.

These films not only define Satyajit Ray’s legacy but also offer timeless insights into human life and society.

The country's first-ever Migration Film Festival has been launched, inviting young filmmakers and students to submit short films that portray real stories related to migration. Film submissions opened on April 1 and will continue until May 25.

He also mentioned the involvement of Valerie Taylor in the film. “I can’t say enough about her. She is a person with a truly generous heart. I have never seen Mother Teresa, but I have seen Valerie Taylor,” he remarked.

The concert titled “Indie Fest”, featuring artistes from Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, has been rescheduled after being postponed last month due to lack of administrative clearance.

The programme was organised by the Music, Dance and Recitation Department under the management of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, with the support of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.

Titled “Ki Ragini Bajale”, the book was formally unveiled on Thursday evening at the Chhayanaut Cultural Centre in Dhanmondi. The event featured musical performances, readings and discussions that revisited her enduring cultural influence.

Singer and music producer Pritom Hasan has unveiled the music video for his song “2nd Nayok”. Released yesterday, the video portrays Pritom as a lovesick second lead, longing for the attention of the woman he loves.

Legendary singer Runa Laila, one of the subcontinent’s most celebrated voices, continues to command admiration across generations. With a career that has taken Bangla music to international audiences, she remains an enduring cultural figure for Bangladesh.

In Bangladesh, labour history is often narrated as chronology—laws, uprisings, collapses, reforms. From the 1881 Factories Act to Swadeshi in 1905, through 1971 and beyond, the working class appears in political history. But rarely does it appear as a cultural system that sustains its own memory.

One of the biggest highlights of the evening was the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award to veteran actor Alamgir.