You may remember her as the sweet and docile Sylvi in “Mission Extreme” or the gentle Sajia from “Adam”. Often cast in innocent roles, actress Jannatul Ferdous Oishee is eager to break free from this mould and take on more challenging and exciting projects.

Bangladeshi film critic, screenwriter, and journalist Sadia Khalid Reeti has joined the panel of jurors for the international section of the 41st Tehran International Short Film Festival (TISFF) alongside the Oscar-winning Indian music composer AR Rahman

Priyanka Chopra made a brief trip back to India last week after being away for quite some time. The actress, who now resides in the US, visited Mumbai for the launch of Max Factor, the new brand for which she serves as global brand ambassador. In a recent interview with Forbes India, she talked about the differences between working in Bollywood and Hollywood.

In a strongly worded letter, the group condemned the practice as a "major, unjust threat" to artistes’ livelihoods, as legal disputes between creatives and tech companies over copyright infringement and unauthorised AI training intensify.

Afran Nisho, one of Bangladesh's most celebrated actors, is set to make his much-anticipated return to cinema with the film “Daagi.” The title was officially registered with the Director's Guild just days ago, marking the actor's second venture into the world of cinema.

A new film titled “Operation Jackpot”, highlighting the daring guerrilla missions of naval commandos during a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s Liberation War, is currently in production. 

While the tickets for the event, titled "Magical Night 2.0", have already been “sold out”, major concerns now loom over both the security of fan data and the actual availability of tickets.

After a five-year hiatus, Folk Fest, an annual programme celebrating Bangladesh’s vibrant folk music heritage, is set to make its grand comeback.

US actor Ron Ely, famously known for his portrayal as the title character in the 1960s TV series “Tarzan”, has passed away at the age of 86.

Pori Moni’s birthdays are usually a vibrant celebration, full of joy and extravagant themes that reflect her lively spirit. Yet, this year holds a different meaning for the actress, as she marks her first birthday without her beloved nana bhai (maternal grandfather) by her side.

In celebration of World Mental Health Day, this two-week exhibition, running from October 19 to November 2 at the EMK Centre in Gulshan, brings together photography, digital art, and painting to highlight mental health awareness. 

A faction led by senior praesidium member Lucky Enam is now preparing for an urgent meeting to discuss reforms and restructuring within the federation. Meanwhile, a rival group, aligned with Liaquat Ali Lucky, is pushing for a conference, further fueling tensions in the executive committee.

Taylor Swift made history when her Eras Tour became the highest-grossing tour ever and the first to surpass $1 billion in revenue. However, Shakira's upcoming world tour has already surpassed this milestone.

Today marks the 56th birthday of Mahfuz Ahmed, a celebrated actor whose work in the 1990s left a lasting impression on the entertainment industry of Bangladesh. Rising to stardom with the critically acclaimed drama serial “Kothao Keu Nei”, penned by the legendary author Humayun Ahmed, Mahfuz’s portrayal in the show became a defining moment in his career.

Netflix has officially greenlit a second season of “Beef,” with Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Charles Melton, and Cailee Spaeny confirmed to lead the cast, reported Variety.

Salman Khan’s Chulbul Pandey, the quirky and charismatic cop, has been a fan favourite for years, and his return in "Singham Again" has only intensified anticipation. Social media has been abuzz with excitement as fans reacted to the news. One enthusiastic fan tweeted, “Salman Khan’s cameo will give it an unimaginable push at the box office,” while another added, “Blockbuster alert! Chulbul meets Singham.”

Recently, the list of selected films for Film Bazaar was revealed, featuring 21 projects from seven countries. Among the chosen scripts is a project from the renowned Indian producer of “Baahubali,” and more significantly, two Bangladeshi films have also made the cut — “Roid” and “Divine Chords.”

Filmmaker Asif Islam has officially unveiled some details regarding the upcoming big screen project “Jatri”. Actress Jannatul Ferdous Oishee, known more famously  as Miss World Bangladesh 2020, is taking on the lead role. 

“I’m particularly excited about these songs because they were all penned by a group of talented female lyricists. Working with female artistes is a special joy for me,” the renowned singer shared in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.

Sadia further clarified that she deleted the live video just 10 minutes after it ended due to the flood of concerned calls from friends and close ones. "I have always stood for what is right and spoken out against wrongdoing, and people love me for that. I shouldn’t have conducted the promotion in this way. The moment I realised it would hurt people’s sentiments, I removed it. My intention was never to harm anyone, go viral, or promote my project at the expense of others."