On working with Afran Nisho for the second time, the “Friday” actress shared, “Nisho bhai is an exceptional actor. Everyone knows about his acting prowess. As a person, he’s equally wonderful. We received a very positive response for ‘Surongo’, and I’m hopeful about ‘Daagi’ as well.”

The festivities culminated with the highly anticipated screening of Iqbal Hossain Chowdhury's “Boli” (The Wrestler), a celebrated film won an award at the 2023 Busan Film Festival and was Bangladesh’s official submission for the 97th Academy Awards.

The eerie whistle of a haunting melody, the countdown of a clock ticking toward doom, and a desperate player caught between having to take a drastic step either for or against morality — survival game shows have become a global obsession. From the blood-soaked battlegrounds of "Battle Royale" to the dystopian depths of "Squid Game", these narratives have gripped audiences, offering a voyeuristic thrill into life-or-death scenarios. But why are we so drawn to them? The answer lies in the intersection of psychology and sociology, where primal instincts and societal reflections meet.

The drama has surpassed 10 million views within two weeks of its release. Farhan stars opposite Orchita Sporshia in the project. Consistently portraying diverse characters as required by the story, the actor continues to win the hearts of audiences.

Khaled was the key figure behind the color processing of Bangladesh's first color film, Zahir Raihan’s “Sangam” (1964).

Cavill initially announced the couple's growing family during the April 2024 premiere of "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" in New York City. During an interview, Cavill shared his excitement about becoming a father. "I'm very excited about it. Natalie and I are both very excited about it. I'm sure you'll see much more of that," he told People magazine.

The storyline of “Agantuk” revolves around a 10-year-old boy named Kajol. He lives with his mother and ailing grandmother, struggling to make ends meet. One day, his long-lost father, who had disappeared for years, returns as a stranger to the family. The film explores the tensions, dilemmas, and conflicts that emerge from his unexpected arrival.

The roots of Bangladesh’s band music scene stretch back to the 1970s, emerging from a spirit of rebellion and creativity that followed the Liberation War. Over decades, rock and roll became a defining feature of the nation’s cultural identity, inspiring waves of young musicians to take the stage.

The accused has been identified as Mohammad Sariful Islam Shehzad

The closing ceremony, which will be held on January 19 at the National Museum, will be attended by Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.

The 10th Oriental painting exhibition, “Seeking Peace and Harmony”, at Abinta Gallery in the capital’s Uttar Badda area has officially been organised by Abinta Gallery of Fine Arts, in collaboration with Oriental Painting Study Group (OPSG). The opening and award ceremony took place today in the presence of distinguished guests, including Monirul Islam, an internationally renowned artist; Anis A Khan, a member of the Board of Governors, Society for Promotion of Bangladesh Art; Samar Majumder, an eminent artist; Prof Dr Azharul Islam Sheikh, dean of the Faculty of Fine Art, University of Dhaka; Zareen Mahmud Hosein, founder of HerStory Foundation; Mikhail Idris Islam, chief adviser of the Oriental Painting Study Group; and Nilu Rowshon Murshed, chairperson of the Abinta Gallery of Fine Arts.

He had dropped out of university to see Europe, and he had left home as well. This departure marked the beginning of Lynch's lifelong journey of not returning home. Even at the end of his life, Lynch had to remain homeless. His Southern California neighbourhood had been affected by wildfires, forcing Lynch to live as a displaced person. It was there, in that state of evacuation, that he passed away. Lynch's life itself seems to have started a new journey through death, one as a wanderer without a home

Actress Shobnom Bubly shared the poster of her upcoming starrer project “Pinik” on social media, announcing its release during Eid. The film is set to join the lineup alongside new movies starring Shakib Khan, Siam Ahmed, and Afran Nisho for the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.

Bangladeshi rapper Black Zang and Indian singer Rai Harrie have collaborated on a new track titled “Mainstream”. The song, a combination of both Bangla and Punjabi lyrics, is known to be one of the milestones in music for both countries.

Artist Al-Akhir Sarker’s solo art exhibition “Satoborsher Dhaka” — a visual journal of our beloved Dhaka city and its transformation over the past few centuries — is underway at Bhumi Art Gallery in association with Shilpangan. Inaugurated yesterday, the ceremony was attended by the trustee of the Liberation War Museum and writer Mofidul Haque as the chief guest, and prominent architect Mustapha Khalid Palash as the special guest. The exhibition is dedicated to Foyez Ahmed, a Bikrampur-born legendary journalist, who grew up in Dhaka. Ahmed held onto the memoir of the city and its changes while becoming a pioneer of art galleries in Dhaka himself.

Puja Chery, who rose to fame with Raihan Rafi’s directorial film “Poramon 2”, has made her web-series debut with his latest project, “Black Money”.  Released on Bongo, the series has sparked significant buzz online, particularly because of the actress’ performance.

New images of the man who stabbed actor Saif Ali Khan during a burglary attempt at his home have emerged, as the search to apprehend him entered its third day.

Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury has introduced his latest musical venture, “Bengal Symphony”. The project’s debut track, “Phul Neya Bhalo Noy”, is set to release today, Saturday. Inspired by poet Jasimuddin’s poem “Holud Boroni”, the song has been voiced, composed, and directed by Emon Chowdhury himself.

President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled a plan to rejuvenate Hollywood’s global influence by appointing Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight as “special ambassadors” tasked with reviving the entertainment industry.

The 23rd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced last Saturday (January 11) to showcase 220 films from 75 countries across 10 categories. This year, the festival includes 44 Bangladeshi films.