For National Film Award-winning star Bidya Sinha Saha Mim, today is a day unlike any other – a truly special occasion. "Today is indeed a special day for me," Mim says. "It's different, and I'm spending it in a unique way."

"Luck" follows the story of a group of financially struggling and desperate individuals who are lured into participating in a series of competitive games, offering them the opportunity to win substantial amounts of money.

For the second time in a single year, the Emmy Awards are preparing for another red-carpet event. The 76th annual Primetime Emmy Awards will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles later today, showcasing the finest in television from 2023-2024. After last year's ceremony was delayed until January due to strikes, the Emmys' return this fall carries even greater significance.

Nearly 100 filmmakers and representatives of film-related institutions gathered at Dhaka's Ground Zero to deliberate on the "Cholochitro Shongskar Roadmap ‘24” (Film Reform Roadmap 2024) on Saturday evening.

Bangladesh and India's film industries are feeling the impact of the recently tightened visa regulations, with Bangladeshi artistes struggling to secure travel permits for film shoots in India, and Indian actors unable to get work permits for projects in Bangladesh.

In remembrance of the martyrs of the recent student-led mass uprising, Biplobi Moncho hosted a qawwali evening at the playground of Manikganj Government High School in Manikganj yesterday.

Justin Timberlake has negotiated an agreement to resolve his drunk-driving case in the United States.

The K-pop group has added yet another accolade to their impressive list of achievements, being recognised by Billboard magazine as one of the "greatest pop stars of the 21st century."

In 2014, actor and television host Shahriar Nazim Joy penned a letter to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, requesting a plot in Purbachal. In his letter, he praised Sheikh Hasina, referring to her as "the most outstanding leader and exemplary mother of the subcontinent." Recently, an image of this letter surfaced on social media, sparking widespread criticism.

Actor Chad McQueen, the son of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen, has passed away at the age of 63.

West Bengal-based singer Sunidhi Nayak has fallen prey to a case of fraud. The culprits extorted Rs 5.5 lakh from her through threats of physical harm and the release of personal photos online. Sunidhi reported the incident to the Santiniketan police station. 

During the second wave of quota reform protests this year, young actress Shahnaz Sumi became actively involved as a student of the Government College of Applied Human Science, starting in the first week of July. In an interview with The Daily Star, she shared her perspective on the protests, the challenges facing the showbiz industry, and her hopes for the future.

The official Facebook page of FIFA World Cup has shared a video today featuring highlights from various football matches, set to the tune of "Jadur Shohor", a popular track by the Bangladeshi band Chirkutt. 

The festival’s prestigious People’s Choice Award, determined by audience votes, includes “Saba” among its 25 competing films. Mehazabien expressed her pride, stating, “It’s a great honour for the entire team to be in the People’s Choice Award category. Our fingers are crossed as we await the announcement.”

Kate Winslet recently shared with Time magazine that female actors revealing their bodies or going without makeup on screen isn’t an act of bravery; it’s simply part of their role in portraying authentic women.

Acclaimed director Vishal Bhardwaj is set to reunite with Shahid Kapoor for an upcoming film, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The project marks yet another collaboration between the celebrated filmmaker and actor, following their iconic films like “Kaminey” and “Haider”, which were both praised for their gripping narratives and powerful performances. 

Cardi B has joyfully announced the birth of her third child with rapper Offset, just weeks after filing for divorce. The Grammy-winning artiste took to Instagram yesterday (September 12) to share the news, posting a heartfelt series of photos and videos from the hospital.

The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is scheduled for March 2, 2025. The ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, and will honour achievements across 24 categories, including the prestigious Best International Feature Film Award.

Bangladeshi rapper Muhammad Borno, widely recognised by his stage name Anvyl, is set to collaborate with the sound crew of global sensation The Weeknd for his upcoming single, "Rocksta".

Electronic Dance Music (EDM) is sweeping the global music scene, and two brothers are gaining significant recognition for blending this genre with Bengali influences. Sheikh Saami Mahmud and Sheikh Shafi Mahmud, known as the Apeiruss duo, are making waves with their distinct sound.