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Emraan Hashmi talks about being typecast as Bollywood's ‘serial kisser’

Emraan Hashmi, known for his breakthrough role in Anurag Basu's 2006 erotic thriller “Murder”, has candidly addressed his longstanding label as Bollywood's ‘serial kisser’. In a recent podcast with journalist Shubhankar Mishra on YouTube, Hashmi discussed the typecasting that has followed him throughout his career.
11 July 2024, 13:15 PM

AI influencer Kenza Layli wins first ever Miss AI title

We have now officially inaugurated AI competitions by announcing the world's first Miss AI. The unique beauty pageant was won by Kenza Layli from Morocco, who wears a hijab.
11 July 2024, 12:56 PM

My greatest fortune is my audience’s love: Purnima

Regarding special surprises she received on her birthday, the “Moner Majhe Tumi” famed actress mentioned, “Probably the highlight of this day is my daughter, who hugged and wished me saying ‘happy birthday Maa’ at the first hour. It was a truly singular moment that will stay with me forever.”
11 July 2024, 12:08 PM

Chashi Alam becomes father to beautiful boy

Everybody’s favourite ‘Habu bhai’ of “Bachelor Point” has officially become a father in real life. Chashi Alam and his wife Tultul have become parents to a beautiful baby who came into this world on Wednesday night.
11 July 2024, 08:16 AM

I want to return as leading actress: Mahiya Mahi

Mahiya Mahi, a renowned actress in the Dhallywood industry, took a hiatus for marriage and motherhood. However, following her separation from her second husband, she is now preparing to make a comeback to the screen.
11 July 2024, 06:28 AM

Chanchal Chowdhury receives award from Parambrata Chattopadhyay

Two distinguished actors hailing from the two Bengals—one from Bangladesh and the other from India—are making waves in the Bengali film industry. The talents in question are Chanchal Chowdhury and Parambrata Chattopadhyay. Both celebrated for their exceptional acting prowess, recently crossed each other’s paths. 
11 July 2024, 06:04 AM

I didn't take BCS exam and Abed Ali was never my mother's driver: Tahsan

Recently surfaced rumours on Facebook had falsely claimed that Tahsan ranked first in the Foreign Service cadre in the 24th BCS exam during his mother's tenure as PSC chair.
11 July 2024, 05:54 AM

‘We Live in Time’ flaunts Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh's chemistry

The first official trailer of the upcoming romantic comedy “We Live in Time”, directed by John Crowley, is now out. Set for a limited theatrical release this October 11, this A24-produced film boasts actors Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield’s performances as rom-com headliners.
10 July 2024, 13:58 PM

Sy Huq: Bangladeshi origin producer making it big in Japan

Sy Huq, a young filmmaker, has become the first Bangladeshi-American creative executive in Japan’s anime industry. He secured a prestigious role at D’ART Shtajio, Japan’s first Black-owned anime studio, and boasts a reputation as a four-time Oscar-qualified director and producer. Intrigued by his backstory and what inspired him to pursue filmmaking, I wanted to learn more about his journey.
10 July 2024, 12:42 PM

‘My Lady Jane’ shakes up British history with unapologetic romance and whimsy

With the guidance of writer and showrunner Gemma Burgess, "My Lady Jane" translates well into an eight-episode Prime Video series that confirms that history is a lot more fun and watchable when approached with an unapologetically tongue-in-cheek attitude.
10 July 2024, 11:41 AM

‘Shrek 5’ set for July 2026 release with original stars returning

DreamWorks Animation has officially announced the development of "Shrek 5", set for a release date of July 1, 2026. Fans of the beloved franchise will be thrilled to hear that original stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz are confirmed to return.
10 July 2024, 11:28 AM

‘Gladiator II’ trailer: Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal cross swords, Denzel Washington rules

The Colosseum has come to life once again, after 24 years, featuring actors Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal facing off in the arena. On Tuesday, the trailer for "Gladiator II" was released, providing a glimpse into Ridley Scott’s thrilling sequel to the iconic 2000 film "Gladiator". The movie also features Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger, and Denzel Washington in key roles.
10 July 2024, 07:27 AM

Akshay Kumar to make cameo in 'Stree 2'

Adding to the anticipation, the teaser reveals special appearances by Tamannaah Bhatia and Varun Dhawan as “Bhediya”. Several new faces also make brief appearances, their roles yet to be disclosed.
10 July 2024, 06:35 AM

Bongo to feature Bangladeshi ZEE5 content

ZEE5, an Indian streaming service, launched in Bangladesh with much fanfare on July 3, 2019. The platform created numerous programmes spotlighting local producers and artistes. However, due to an underwhelming audience response, ZEE5 eventually ceased its operations here.
10 July 2024, 06:14 AM

'Toofan' recovered its investment in Bangladesh within days, unlike Bollywood films: Raihan Rafi

"Toofan", which broke box office records in Bangladesh, has now been released in India. Rafi emphasised that the film was crafted with a straightforward narrative to resonate with the majority of Bengali viewers — describing it as having a blend of popular elements akin to films like "KGF" and "Pushpa".
10 July 2024, 06:07 AM

Fortunate to have started my journey with Kabori apa's 'Ayna’: Sohana Saba

She made her acting debut with the film “Ayna”, directed by noted actress and filmmaker Kabori Sarwar. The film, released in 2006, marks a landmark project for the actress to date. She shared memories of working on the movie with The Daily Star.
10 July 2024, 05:37 AM

Urvashi Rautela hospitalised

Actress Urvashi Rautela has been hospitalised following an injury sustained while filming Nandamuri Balakrishna's upcoming Telugu movie “NBK 109” in Hyderabad. The film features Bobby Deol in a lead role.
10 July 2024, 04:55 AM

'Twisters' film thrill-packed and science-backed, its stars say

Almost 30 years on from the blockbuster "Twister" (1996), deadly tornadoes and their chasers return to the screen for an updated extreme weather tale.
9 July 2024, 13:03 PM

‘The Devil Wears Prada’ sequel in development at Disney

The sequel will revisit the world of high fashion and the formidable editor-in-chief of Runway magazine, portrayed by Meryl Streep. The original film, which also starred Anne Hathaway as Andrea Sachs and Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton, was a resounding success, grossing USD 326.7 million worldwide. 
9 July 2024, 12:40 PM

What’s cooking in Mosharraf Karim’s ‘Adhunik Bangla Hotel’?

From playing a police officer to taking on the role of a lawyer, Mosharraf Karim is pushing his acting skills to new levels by choosing scripts that are sure to captivate audiences. Today, the actor signed an official contract to star in the upcoming Chorki original series titled “Adhunik Bangla Hotel”, directed by Kazi Asad.
9 July 2024, 12:32 PM
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