The “Banff Mountain Film Festival,” an annual celebration of mountaineering and adventure-themed short films from across the globe, recently made its return to Dhaka.

After earning accolades at festivals in Canada, Korea, and Indonesia, Mehazabien continued her global journey, bringing a taste of Bangladesh to the heart of the Arabian desert.

Entrepreneur Anu Ranjan and actor Ayesha Jhulka shared photos of Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan on their respective Instagram accounts.

On Thursday, Max shared the news on X (formerly Twitter) with the post: "Wands at the ready. The upcoming HBO Original Series, #HarryPotter, will be filming at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden with production starting in summer 2025 and premiering on Max."

The grounds of Lalmatia Housing Society School and College came alive with the beats of drums and the colourful celebration of Wangala, the foremost festival of the Garo community. Known as the “Hundred Drums Festival,” Wangala is a time for the community to thank Misi Saljong, the Sun Deity, for a successful harvest. This festive celebration marks the end of the farming season and celebrates the blessings of nature.

The musician, renowned for his fluid, mellifluent solos and roaring riffs, was one of the core contributors to Artcell’s seminal albums “Onno Shomoy” and “Oniket Prantor”. After periodically releasing singles like “Fight Back”, “Shobdahoron”, and “Haranor Gaan”, he is now embarking on a new journey with his band EZ, composed of young and energetic musicians.

Opening with a biting question—“When a man wins an election with 103% of the vote, what does he ask for next?”—the 3-minute trailer sets the stage for a sharp critique of political corruption. Nasir Uddin Khan, in the lead role, plays a flawed, power-hungry politician who will go to any lengths to secure public support and win a mayoral election.

When asked when she realised he was “the one,” she said, “It became clear when I started thinking about him as a life partner. Even as a friend, I noticed how kind and understanding he was, which is essential in any relationship.”

Tania revealed that her dream of working in showbiz started at a young age. “While still in school, I would watch television and dream of seeing myself on screen. Many people aspire to become doctors or engineers, but my dream was to act and work in showbiz. Today, I am living that dream,” she said proudly.

In this latest project, Apurba brings to life an absent-minded protagonist—an individual who forgets almost everything, from critical tasks to mundane chores. The resulting mix of frustrating and humorous situations forms the crux of the story. 

In his later years, Zafar retired from public life and lived in relative seclusion, supported by his children. He had been battling various age-related ailments and passed away at the age of 82.  He is survived by one daughter and three sons.

A man has been recently arrested for illegally entering the set of a Salman Khan film in Mumbai, sparking concern among the crew. The man, who claimed to be a fan of the actor, accessed the set without permission and was quickly spotted by crew members. 

A 35-year-old woman lost her life, and her son was critically injured in a stampede during the screening of "Pushpa 2" at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad. The incident, which took place on December 4, occurred when a large crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of actor Allu Arjun, leading to chaos.

This December, the country is set to come alive with an extraordinary lineup of cultural festivities, organized by Shilpakala Academy to mark the country's month of victory. From Qawwali performances to theatre festivals, the month-long celebration promises something for everyone. These events, held across districts and major cities, aim to bring art and culture to the public, making them accessible to all.

Two highly anticipated films are making their way to theatres across the country today, titled “Noya Manush,” directed by Sohel Rana Boyati, and “Duniya,” directed by Saif Chandan.

Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is set to revive his popular 2007 political satire “420,” with a new series, titled “840,” doubling down on the ‘absurdities’ of Bangladeshi politics.

HBO’s decision to reboot the beloved “Harry Potter” series as a television show has generated massive interest, and while Fiennes hasn’t confirmed his own involvement, he has previously expressed interest in returning to the role.

Despite the fanfare surrounding the release, reports suggest that high-definition versions of “Pushpa 2” have surfaced on notorious piracy websites such as Movierulez, Tamilrockerz, Filmyzilla, and Telegram.

Author Shahaduzzaman shared his thoughts on the adaptation: "The story revolves around a character who sees himself as split into two entities. The play delves into the interactions between these two sides of the same person. Inspired by Saif Suman’s vision, I extended the story into a theatrical form."

Triptii Dimri has outshined some of Bollywood's biggest icons to secure the title of IMDb's Most Popular Indian Star of 2024. Surpassing popular stars like Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan, and Alia Bhatt, Triptii has claimed the coveted top spot. The actress believes that she was able to achieve it due to the unwavering support and love of her audience.