‘Bonolota Express’ becomes highest-grossing Bangladeshi film in North America
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17 April 2026, 21:11 PM Entertainment
Festive Pahela Baishakh celebrations draw to a close at Shilpakala
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17 April 2026, 20:40 PM Entertainment
Niloy Alamgir responds to backlash over animal welfare posts
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17 April 2026, 16:32 PM TV & Film
‘Prince’ set for Italy release after Eid run
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17 April 2026, 13:24 PM TV & Film
Mangeshkar family plans 1000-bed hospital to honour Lata and Asha
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17 April 2026, 12:47 PM Music
Jahangirnagar Film Festival / Humayun Faridi honoured posthumously at his alma mater
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17 April 2026, 12:22 PM Entertainment
Srikanta Acharya returns to Dhaka with family
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17 April 2026, 12:13 PM Entertainment
‘Roid’ to screen at Seattle International Film Festival
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17 April 2026, 12:08 PM TV & Film

Mousumi Mou takes the stage at Borderless Festival in Seoul

Renowned anchor, actress, and mime artiste Mousumi Mou has recently performed at the "Borderless Festival 2024" in Seoul, where she shared the stage with popular mime artistes Mir Lokman and Mahbub Alam.
18 October 2024, 09:00 AM

Two major concerts to light up Dhaka tonight

The concerts feature a star-studded line-up, including Pilu Khan, Bappa Mazumder, Elita Karim, Nagarbaul James, Ark, Miles, and Nemesis, among others.
18 October 2024, 08:27 AM

Salman Khan receives Rs 5cr extortion threat amid rising gang violence

The threat was communicated to the city’s traffic control room via its WhatsApp helpline on Thursday afternoon. Officials reported that the sender issued a direct threat to the actor and insisted on the substantial monetary demand. An investigation is currently underway to trace the source of the message.
18 October 2024, 08:14 AM

One Direction breaks silence on Liam Payne’s passing

Former One Direction members Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik have spoken out for the first time since the tragic passing of their former bandmate, Liam Payne. In a heartfelt joint statement released on Thursday, the group expressed their grief and love for Payne, who died aged 31.
18 October 2024, 06:54 AM

Mehazabien is my idol: Malaika

Renowned actress Mehazabien Chowdhury’s younger sister, Malaika Chowdhury, is all set to step into the world of television with her debut drama, "Shondhinkkhon". Directed by Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz, the plot of this project has been penned by Mehazabien herself. 
18 October 2024, 06:30 AM

‘Magical Night 2.0’: Tahsan and Kaaktaal to share the stage with Atif Aslam

The star-studded lineup for the "Magical Night 2.0" concert, featuring Pakistani music sensation Atif Aslam, has been announced. Bangladesh's own Tahsan Khan and the popular band Kaaktaal, along with Pakistani rising artiste Abdul Hannan, will join the stage with Atif.
18 October 2024, 06:03 AM

‘AB’ through the eyes of Niaz Ahmed Aungshu

In 1995, as Ayub Bachchu’s hit album ‘Koshto’ was released, the album’s cover came as a surprise to people—it was an out-of-the-box design for that time. The man behind the cover is Niaz Ahmed Aungshu, who is not just a cover illustrator, but the person behind many successful lyrics during the 90s, including ‘Meye’, ‘Shecchachari’, and ‘Jonmohin Nokkhotro’, among dozens of others. He is currently an Australian expatriate. Remembering rock legend AB on his death anniversary (October 18), Aungshu reminisces his golden days with Ayub Bachchu and shares his journey as a musical artiste with The Daily Star.
17 October 2024, 18:05 PM

Dispute between Bobby and director, actress responds

Director Joy Sarkar has accused actress Eamin Haque Bobby of failing to fulfill her commitment to act in a film after receiving her payment.
17 October 2024, 12:51 PM

Don't make us call you ignorant: Sohel Rana to adviser Nahid

Renowned actor and freedom fighter Masud Parvez Sohel Rana, in a Facebook post on Wednesday, strongly criticised the interim government's posts, telecommunications, and information technology adviser, Md Nahid Islam’s statement on the cancellation of eight national days.
17 October 2024, 12:22 PM

‘Solastalgia’: Fragments of a fading horizon

Azad’s art explores the impact of climate-induced flooding and the tension between rural and urban environments. From the Sundarbans to Dhaka's dense urban fabric, her works reflect the convergence of these worlds, blending internal emotions with external observations of a landscape reshaped by human activity and environmental crisis.
17 October 2024, 11:56 AM

Artistes, organisers call for stricter measures after escalating concert disruptions

Recent incidents at major concerts have forced artistes, bands, and organisers to rethink how these events are managed, as disorderly crowds increasingly breach security measures, leading to violent altercations.
17 October 2024, 11:34 AM

‘Shilpa Sandhan’: Artistic reflections of contemporary and urban realities

In keeping with the exploration of the current themes in the nation’s art scene, an art exhibition displaying the windows into the complex narratives of our socio-cultural landscape was recently arranged by Zobra the Art Village and Dot to Line at Safiuddin Shilpalay in Dhanmondi. This five-day group exhibition titled, "Shilpa Sandhan", celebrated Bangladesh’s diverse and evolving art heritage, with the hosting of 55 artworks offering vibrant displays of creativity and emotion, from 24 contemporary artists.
17 October 2024, 10:40 AM

Radhika Apte surprises fans with baby bump reveal

Dressed in a sleek black off-shoulder midi dress, Apte captured the attention of attendees and fans alike, marking her re-entry into the spotlight after a noticeable hiatus from the film industry. While she had not officially announced her pregnancy, her radiant smile and growing baby bump spoke volumes, dispelling the mystery surrounding her absence from public life.
17 October 2024, 09:54 AM

Authorities ban two Bangladeshi films amid 'cut-piece' clip crackdown

The resurgence of "cut-piece" (short clips with explicit content meshed into Bangladeshi films) clips in Bangladeshi cinema, once a hallmark of its "dark age," has prompted a crackdown by authorities, not too long ago. These explicit and provocative scenes tied into mainstream films alienated audiences, tarnishing the industry’s reputation, especially in the post-2000 era.
17 October 2024, 07:25 AM

Music Alpha launched to unite and empower Bangladeshi artistes

Music Alpha, a newly launched platform for Bangla music, aims to bring together lyricists, composers, music directors, and a broad spectrum of artistes to collaboratively elevate and expand Bangla music’s presence on the global stage.
17 October 2024, 07:11 AM

Tributes pour in for Liam Payne

A multitude of celebrities from around the globe have been expressing their condolences following the unexpected passing of Liam Payne, the former member of One Direction.
17 October 2024, 06:41 AM

SRK earns spot among top 10 most handsome men, sole Indian to do so

From "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" to "Jawan," Shah Rukh Khan has consistently captivated audiences with his acting talent and charismatic smile. People of all ages, from teenagers to elderly women, can never help but fall for his charm.
17 October 2024, 04:59 AM

BTS member J-hope discharged from South Korean military

J-hope, the main dancer of the group, emerged from the gates of his army base in South Korea's central Wonju city, and hugged fellow band member Jin -- who finished his service in June -- before saluting waiting reporters and fans.
17 October 2024, 04:07 AM

Former One Direction member Liam Payne found dead in Buenos Aires

Former One Direction singer Liam Payne was found dead outside a hotel in Buenos Aires after the 31-year-old fell from his third-floor room balcony, Argentine police said on Wednesday.
17 October 2024, 02:12 AM

Michael Jackson, Hendrix, Oasis items on sale at Propstore music auction

Framed “Beat” It lyrics, handwritten by Jackson, will also go under the hammer, as will some of his jackets. A black and gold military style one has a price estimate of 200,000 - 400,000 pounds ($261,000 - $522,000), while his red "Thriller" tour rehearsal jacket comes complete with multiple famous signatures.
16 October 2024, 13:28 PM
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