The music industry is fighting on platforms, through the courts and with legislators in a bid to prevent the theft and misuse of art from generative AI -- but it remains an uphill battle.

Actor Sajal, whose movie “Jinn 3” was yet another Eid release, didn’t miss out on the experience either. On Eid day and the days that followed, he visited cinemas to gauge audience reactions. “This tradition of visiting the theatres is truly delightful,” he said. “I’ve joined in, and it feels wonderful.”

Bangladeshi musician Armeen Musa has composed and performed “Nidraheen” for the upcoming Indian social drama “Widow’s Shadow”, directed by Suman Adhikary. The song, written by Dihan and featured officially in the film’s trailer, will continue to serve as a promotional track ahead of the film’s nationwide release in India this month.

On what would have been her 94th birthday, the family of legendary Bengali actress Suchitra Sen paid tribute to her legacy with traditional rituals at her Ballygunge residence. The house was adorned with flowers, lamps were lit in her memory, and sweets were distributed—just as they are every year.

Popular actress Tama Mirza is currently basking in the success of her latest film, "Daagi". Since its release during Eid, she has been visiting various theatres and receiving widespread acclaim from audiences. Reflecting on this positive reception, Tama shared with The Daily Star, "​The audience has wholeheartedly embraced 'Daagi'. Their love and appreciation mean the world to us."​

Amadou Bagayoko, the Malian guitarist and singer from the Grammy-nominated duo Amadou & Mariam, has died at age 70 after a period of illness, his family confirmed.

On Instagram, Sony TV posted a tribute image of ACP Pradyuman, accompanied by the message, "In the loving memory of ACP Pradyuman… A loss that will never be forgotten." The graphic also displayed the text: "End of an era. ACP Pradyuman (1998-2025)." 

Ed Sheeran has released his latest single, “Azizam”, a vibrant and danceable track influenced by Persian music, marking the first release from his forthcoming eighth studio album, “Play”.

Garo community band Heevklaw released a powerful heavy metal track titled “Janggi Tangani” on March 31. The song is a Garo-language rendition of their original English track “Cryptic Magic”.

The item song “Chand Mama” from the film “Borbaad” has crossed 10 million views on YouTube within just seven days of its release. Uploaded on two different YouTube channels—Real Energy Production and Pritom Hasan’s official channel—the song is now trending at No 1 and 2 on YouTube.

The film, which was released this Eid, is being praised by audiences for its compelling storytelling. During the movie’s promotional campaign, one of the producers, Zahid Hasan Abhi—founder and CEO of Tiger Media—revealed to the media that the Malayalam and Telugu industries had shown interest in acquiring the remake rights for “Jongli”.

South Korean actor O Yeong-su, widely recognised for playing Oh Il-nam (Player 001) in Netflix’s “Squid Game”, has been sentenced to one year in prison after being convicted of indecent assault.

Yesterday, actress Pori Moni went live on her official Facebook page to respond to recent media coverage surrounding allegations made by a domestic worker.

Disney has reportedly decided to pause development on its live-action adaptation of “Tangled”, the much-loved 2010 animated film based on “The Brothers Grimm” fairytale. The project had progressed with “The Greatest Showman” director Michael Gracey at the helm and a script penned by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, known for her work on “Thor: Love and Thunder” and “Do Revenge”. However, according to The Hollywood Reporter, insiders suggest the studio is now taking a step back—likely influenced by the underwhelming performance of its most recent live-action remake, “Snow White”.

IU and Park Bo Gum-starrer “When Life Gives You Tangerines” has now claimed the title of the highest-rated Korean drama on IMDb, surpassing major hits including “Squid Game” and “The Glory”. Although the Netflix original has concluded its run, the global acclaim surrounding the slice-of-life drama continues to grow.

As Eid-ul-Fitr films continue to draw audiences to theatres, celebrities are actively promoting their movies. Among them is Mosharraf Karim, who, despite recently undergoing surgery to remove a tumour from his ankle, has been engaging with the media and interacting with audiences to support his latest film, “Chokkor 302”.

Yesterday, social media flooded with news as two celebrity couples announced their marriages online. Among them was TV actor and content creator, Shamim Hasan Sarkar.

During Eid, TV channels pull out all the stops with a vibrant mix of entertainment—from dramas and musical shows to film premieres and special kids’ content—all tailored for viewers celebrating the occasion. Here’s a quick look at today’s (5th April) must-see highlights.

Brand, who was once one of Britain's most high-profile broadcasters and is the former husband of US pop singer Katy Perry, denied the allegations when they first emerged in 2023 and said he had never had non-consensual sex

“Wicked: For Good”, the second part of the blockbuster musical adaptation “Wicked”, gave audiences a first glimpse at its darker and more emotionally charged story during Universal’s presentation at CinemaCon.