The line “Lal-Shobuj Er Bijoy Nishan Haatey Haatey Chhoriye Dao” from the song “Jole Utho Bangladesh”, penned by Bangladesh’s National Film Award-winning lyricist Robiul Islam Jibon, has been featured on FIFA World Cup’s verified Facebook page.

Blake Lively has recently submitted an amended complaint against Justin Baldoni in a federal court in New York City, adding spiking interest and evidence to her ongoing judicial face-off against her former co-star.

Swift’s album led the 2024 global album sales chart, which tracks physical purchases and full album downloads, with 5.6 million units sold. K-pop group ENHYPEN's "Romance: Untold" secured second place with 3.4 million units.

Classical music and dance are among the most refined expressions of human culture, representing profound dedication, beauty, and tradition. In an effort to further promote and preserve these distinguished art forms, the Music, Dance, and Recitation Department of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy will be hosting a four-day “Shastriya Sangeet O Nritya Utsab” (Classical Music and Dance Festival).

Starring Abdun Noor Shajal and Nusraat Faria, “Jinn 3” is currently in production under the direction of Kamruzzaman Roman. The film commenced shooting earlier this month in Munshiganj, with the cast and crew returning to Dhaka on Monday (February 17) after completing sequences in Nawabganj. 

A group of musicians from Bangladesh will take the stage at the Unesco headquarters in Paris as part of the 25th-anniversary celebrations of International Mother Language Day. According to the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, performances by Bangladeshi artistes will be a key highlight of the event.

A jury found rapper A$AP Rocky not guilty of two counts of felony assault at the conclusion of his Los Angeles trial on Tuesday.

For the first time, Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Naznin Nahar Niha have teamed up in the drama “Mon Duari”. Directed by Jakaria Showkhin, the drama premiered yesterday evening on CMV’s YouTube channel.

According to a report by koreabiomed.com, J-Hope donated 200 million won ($138,708) to Asan Medical Center (AMC) in Seoul.

Eminent Bangladeshi artist and creator of the iconic "Tokai"character, Professor Rafiqun Nabi, was denied access to the stage at an art exhibition at the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka. The event, held yesterday, was meant to celebrate and showcase the talents of emerging artists from the university's Department of Drawing and Painting. However, what unfolded left many questioning the university’s priorities.

Moore shared her dismay upon learning that her debut book, “Freckleface Strawberry”, had been banned in Department of Defense-run schools under the Trump administration. In a statement posted on Instagram, she conveyed her disappointment over the decision.

The rental fees for auditoriums in the Shilpakala Academy institutions nationwide have been reduced. According to the newly adjusted rates, the rental fee for an auditorium with over 500/300 seats equipped with split AC at the district level will now be Tk 3,000 for a single shift of eight hours (2:00pm – 10:00pm). Previously, the amount was Tk 6,000 for the first three hours.

Singer-songwriter Anuv Jain has embarked on a new journey in life as he recently got married. Today, he delighted fans by sharing heartfelt wedding photos on social media.

Anondo has recently completed filming for “Manushtike Dekho”, directed by Gazi Rakayet. In this film, he plays the role of a RMG businessman. "This project is incredibly well-written with an excellent ensemble cast, including Mamunur Rashid, Tariq Anam Khan, and many others. I am portraying the antagonist in the film."

Among the projects receiving grants in 2024 are initiatives from various fields, including film, creative technology, literature, visual arts, theatre, dance, design, fashion, crafts, and music. These diverse and multifaceted projects are expected to generate new ideas that will address global challenges, such as diversity and inclusion, as well as climate change.

Matt Damon will play Odysseus in Christopher Nolan‘s upcoming epic “The Odyssey”. He will appear alongside an expansive cast including Tom Holland, Mia Goth, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, Jon Bernthal and John Leguizamo.

Zohad Reza Chowdhury, frontman of the renowned band Nemesis, today revealed that his wife Mahreen is free of cancer. After receiving a confirmed diagnosis from her doctor, he chose to share the encouraging news via his official Facebook page noting that more treatment is still in store for Mahreen.

Kendrick Lamar has made history as the first rapper to have three solo albums simultaneously rank in the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart, according to a recent announcement by the US-based entertainment magazine.

Popular band Shironamhin, alongside releasing a new song for Valentine’s Day, has also surprised fans at the Amar Ekushey Book Fair with the launch of Shironamhin “Geetikobita Samagra”, published by Gatidhara Prakashani.

The much-anticipated Sufi Festival 2025 is set to take place at the historic Ahsan Manzil in Old Dhaka on Thursday (February 20). The festival will run from 10am to 9:30pm.