Veteran Indian actor Uttam Mohanty passes away at 66

His filmography includes several hits such as “Nijhum Rati Ra Sathi”, “Chinha Achinha”, “Ramayana”, “Tapasya”, “Ram Balram”, “Paltak”, “Abhilasha”, “Danda Balunga”, “Puja Phula”, “Jaga Hatare Pagha”, “Pua Mora Kala Thakur”, “Kanyadaan Chhaka Akhi Sab Dekhuch”i, and “Rajnigandha” among others. 
28 February 2025

‘The Office’ follow-up series brings back Oscar Nuñez

Oscar Nuñez, best known for portraying the accountant Oscar Martinez in "The Office", is set to reprise his role in the upcoming Peacock series. Similar to its predecessor, this new show follows a mockumentary format, where the documentary team that chronicled life at Dunder Mifflin's Scranton branch for years now shifts its focus to a historic but struggling Midwestern newspaper and its employees.
28 February 2025

Prachyanat wraps up month-long celebrations today

Prominent theatre troupe Prachyanat marked its 29th anniversary on February 21. To commemorate the occasion, the troupe organised a series of cultural events throughout the month, which concludes today with a closing ceremony at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).
28 February 2025

Zendaya joins ‘Shrek 5’ cast as new teaser drops

Universal Pictures unveiled a fresh teaser clip yesterday, confirming that Zendaya has joined the voice cast of “Shrek 5”. The upcoming installment will also see the return of the franchise’s legendary voices, with Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy reprising their iconic roles in the beloved animated series.
28 February 2025

‘Borbaad’ official teaser reignites fan excitement around the film

After months of anticipation surrounding the Eid-ul-Fitr special film “Borbaad”, starring Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan, the excitement surrounding it has reached a new palpable height following the official teaser release yesterday.
28 February 2025

Two concerts set to rock Dhaka today

After months of uncertainty, concert enthusiasts finally have a reason to rejoice. Several concerts had been postponed in recent months due to security concerns. However, the wait is over, as two major concerts are set to take place today at separate venues in the capital, featuring an exciting lineup of musicians.
28 February 2025

Oscar-winner Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa found dead at home

Gene Hackman, the acclaimed actor known for his Oscar-winning roles in “The French Connection” and “Unforgiven”, has passed away at 95, along with his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, aged 63. The couple was found dead yesterday afternoon at their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home, the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s office confirmed. While the cause of death is still under investigation, there are no immediate signs of foul play, authorities reported.
27 February 2025

Shunyan Repertory ’s 'Atmajoy' explores mental health struggles, suicide prevention

In recent years, the alarming rise in suicide rates among the youth has been a matter of concern. Societal pressures, relationship struggles, academic and professional failures, financial crises, and family conflicts have all been identified as key factors exacerbating mental stress. "Atmajoy" aims to convey the message that standing by one another and offering mental support can help prevent suicide. The play is written by Momena Chowdhury and directed by Shamim Sagar.
27 February 2025

Arrest warrant issued against Jaaz Multimedia's Abdul Aziz

Zakia Kamal Moon, the actress who debuted in Dhallywood with Jaaz Multimedia’s "Paap" in 2023, has taken legal action against Jaaz Multimedia CEO Abdul Aziz over an unpaid loan of TK 60 lakh. The court has issued an arrest warrant for Aziz on February 19 after he repeatedly failed to repay the debt.
27 February 2025

New documentary uncovers Matthew Perry’s overdose narrative

A new documentary on Peacock, “Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy”, uncovers significant details surrounding the actor’s passing at the age of 54.
27 February 2025

‘She was electricity’: Blake Lively pays tribute to Michelle Trachtenberg

“Gossip Girl” star Blake Lively has paid tribute to her former co-star Michelle Trachtenberg, whose passing was confirmed earlier today. The actress, best known for her role as Georgina Sparks, was discovered unresponsive in her New York City residence and later pronounced dead at 39.
27 February 2025

‘What a song!’: Arijit Singh praises Angel Noor’s ‘Jodi Abar’

Arijit Singh, the renowned Indian playback singer, recently shared Bangladeshi singer Angel Noor’s song “Abar Dekha Hobe” on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, captioning it with high praise, “What a song.” 
27 February 2025

Zahidur Rahim Anjan to be laid to rest today

National Film Award-winning filmmaker Zahidur Rahim Anjan, who passed away last Monday while undergoing treatment in Bangalore, India, will be laid to rest today beside his mother at Azimpur Graveyard. The 61-year-old had been suffering from liver complications and underwent a liver transplant after seeking medical care in Bengaluru.
27 February 2025

‘Gossip Girl’ star Michelle Trachtenberg passes away at 39

. Upon arrival, officers discovered Trachtenberg unconscious, and she was declared dead at the spot. Officials have stated that no sign of crime is suspected, and the Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death as the investigation continues.
26 February 2025

‘Daagi’ wraps up filming, set for Eid release

Shihab Shaheen shared a 12-second video on social media, announcing the completion of filming for his latest project, “Daagi”. Captioning the post "It's a wrap!", the video the shows the cast and crew enthusiastically raising their hands together, chanting “Wrap up!” in celebration of this milestone.
26 February 2025

Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s new songbook launched at Ekushey Book Fair

The fifth volume of legendary lyricist Gazi Mazharul Anwar’s songbook series, “Olpo Kothar Golpo Gaan”, was officially released on February 24 at the Ekushey Book Fair. Published by Bhashachitra, the event took place at their Pavilion 17 at 4pm. This new edition includes the stories behind 50 songs, along with the lyrics of 200 songs.
26 February 2025

‘Saatao’ director appointed jury at NIFF 2025

Regarding his appointment as a jury member, Khandaker Sumon stated, "I have a special connection with the Nepal International Film Festival. After winning an award for ‘Saatao’ here, it is an honour to now serve as a judge. I am delighted to have the opportunity to watch and evaluate the works of talented filmmakers from different countries."
26 February 2025

Dighi responds to director’s allegation of 'unprofessionalism'

Prarthana Fardin Dighi was announced as the lead actress for the film “Tagar”, a project that generated significant buzz with its initial teaser, featuring the actress. She was praised for her appearance and expressions. However, as the filming dates approached, unexpected news surfaced—Dighi was dropped from the film, and popular actress Puja Chery replaced her. Director Aalok Hasan cited “unprofessional behaviour” as the reason for Dighi's removal.
26 February 2025

Nazrul Utsav wraps up with a vibrant celebration

The closing ceremony on Tuesday night was marked by an energetic staging of Kazi Nazrul Islam’s "Swami-Strir Jhogra", a lively Leto drama performed by the theatre group Bohor Natya Nritya Dal. The production, brought to life by Banshari, left a lasting impression on the audience. After the play, singers such as Bijon Mistry, Priyanka Bhattacharya, and Mridula Samaddar graced the stage with soulful renditions of Nazrul’s iconic songs.
26 February 2025

‘Avengers’ films being shot consecutively in London, say Russo Brothers

During the global debut of Netflix’s “The Electric State” at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles, its directors Joe and Anthony Russo spoke with Deadline about the highly anticipated Marvel films “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars”, which are set for release in 2026 and 2027, respectively.
26 February 2025
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