Pori Moni has often been in the limelight for her personal life more than her work. Over the years, the actress has faced criticism for controversies surrounding her relationships, marriage, and even drug-related incidents.

Following its record-breaking theatrical run since its release on December 5, “Pushpa 2: The Rule”, starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, is gearing up for its OTT release. The highly anticipated sequel is set to stream on Netflix, covering multiple languages. 

The classic Orwellian allegory has been adapted and directed for stage by Jaganmoy Paul. The play will be preceded by the certificate-giving ceremony of the 47th batch starting at 6:30pm. The entry pass can be collected at the entrance of the Shilpakala Academy.

After a brief suspension, Bangla Academy has published a revised list of winners for its prestigious Literary Award 2024. The finalised list was announced yesterday night, following a reevaluation meeting by the Bangla Academy Executive Council.

Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, adviser to the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, has called for merging the culture and tourism ministries to ensure better coordination.

Following the social media controversy over two prominent actresses, Mehazabien Chowdhury in Chattogram and Pori Moni in Tangail, being prevented from attending launch events in their respective locations, another actress, Apu Biswas, has faced the same obstacle today. She was scheduled to inaugurate a restaurant in Dhaka’s Kamrangirchar area.

Seasoned actor Khawaja Naim Murad made his debut in the 1990s with the film “Chandni”, through which he significantly made a mark. Since then, he has never had to look back. Within just a few years, he established himself as a prominent figure in the industry. “Chandni” turned his life around and he went on to play leading roles in numerous films.

The film stars Kolkata actress Idhika Paul alongside Shakib Khan, with Nusrat Jahan from Kolkata also making an appearance in an item song.

The revered icon of Bengali playback music, with a career spanning more than six decades, is set to perform at an event in Dhaka, on January 31 and February 1. This much-awaited show, HSBC’s “Ami Achi Thakbo”, promises to celebrate her unparalleled contribution to music.

The 41st edition of the Sundance Film Festival, one of the world's most prominent independent film festivals, has successfully completed six out of its eleven days. 

''XO, Kitty'', the beloved Netflix spinoff of Jenny Han’s ''To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before'' franchise, returned for its highly anticipated second season with all the sweetness, drama, and spirit that made its first season such a hit. The show picks up where it left off, delving deeper into Kitty Song Covey's (played by Anna Cathcart) whirlwind life at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS), while also bringing a more profound focus on her quest for answers about her late mother, Eve. Season 2 strikes a delicate balance between familiar beats from Season 1 and exciting new developments, presenting a delightful intermingling of romance, familial bonds, and personal growth.

Tarunner Utsab (Youth Festival) 2025, organised by the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, is currently being celebrated nationwide. The programmes are being held at district, divisional, and central levels. As part of this initiative, the Music, Dance, and Recitation Department of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has organised the band music event “Bol Bir—Ami Chiro Unnoto Shir” in six districts and dance performances in 50 districts to celebrate the energy, enthusiasm, and potential of youth.

FS Nayeem and Rafiath Rashid Mithila, a popular duo from the TV drama scene, are now set to hit the big screen with their upcoming film "Jole Jwole Tara". Directed by Arun Chowdhury, the movie has been in the works since the two actors signed on three years ago.

Srijit Mukherji’s 2011 directorial, "Baishe Srabon", has joined the ranks of IMDb’s top 250 highest-rated Indian films. The critically acclaimed thriller now stands as the only contemporary Bengali film to be listed alongside Satyajit Ray’s legendary masterpieces, "Pather Panchali", "Charulata", "Apur Sansar", and "Jalsaghar"—a significant achievement for Bengali cinema.

Lady Gaga has finally responded to the harsh criticism surrounding her latest film, “Joker: Folie à Deux”. The movie struggled to impress both Joker fans and critics, leading to its disappointing box office performance.

The Jonas Brothers are making their return to Disney with a holiday film, tentatively titled “Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie”.

Nader Chowdhury’s directorial debut “Jinn” created quite a buzz among audiences, with actor Shajal Noor in the lead role. Following its success, “Mona: Jinn-2” was produced, but Shajal was not part of the cast. Now, “Jinn 3” is set to go into production, featuring actor Shajal in the lead, once again.

Renowned folk artiste Abu Bakar Siddique, known for his contributions to the genre for nearly four decades, has released a new song. Known for his soulful renditions of traditional folk melodies, he has performed countless tracks over the years.

The words, "What you touch, you change. What you change, changes you," perfectly capture the essence of "Nalini", an exhibition by French-Brazilian artist and printmaker Julia Lebrao Sendra. Hosted at Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD) in Dhanmondi, this thought-provoking exhibition delved deep into the fragile relationship between humans and their environment, using the Buriganga river as both a subject and metaphor.

The Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy initiated its efforts to encourage and foster the practice of sculpture in 1982 by organising the first sculpture exhibition. This year marked the sixth edition of the national-level sculpture exhibition, showcasing 178 artworks by 159 artists across various categories. A total of 13 awards, including 10 honorary ones, were presented during this year’s event.