Television channels are all set to showcase a range of programmes and special dramas for Eid-ul-Azha, as is custom. Alongside fresh new productions, they have planned special screenings of popular films and reminiscing shows. Here’s a look at what to watch on the first day of Eid

Eid brings a plethora of new movies to theatres across the country, providing movie lovers with the chance to enjoy a variety of genres and fresh stories. This Eid-ul-Azha, Rashid Polash's second film, “Moyurakkhi”, is set to premiere exclusively at Star Cineplex, Jamuna Blockbuster, and Lion Cinemas starting tomorrow.

Eid is incomplete without megastar Shakib Khan’s films. Yesterday, director Raihan Rafi released the trailer for “Toofan”, and fans can't stop raving about its superior cinematography and action stunts. As “Toofan” gains momentum on social media, fans are rapidly booking advance tickets to the nearest theatres to watch the first day first show.

Three months ago, renowned subcontinental singer Runa Laila ended her 14-year hiatus from Bangladesh Betar by performing the song “O Brishti Tumi”. Following this long break, she quickly returned to the studio to record another new song. On June 9, Runa Laila lent her voice to a new track featuring lyrics by Mohammad Rafiquzzaman and a melody composed by Sadek Ali. It was recorded at the commercial operation unit studio of Bangladesh Betar.

Pori Moni’s life completely transformed after becoming a mother. Her whole life revolves around her son Punnyo and her newly adopted daughter, Priom.

Recently, the actress completed shooting for her upcoming film titled “Tithi Door”, which is slated for release on Eid-ul-Azha.

Jungkook’s latest track "Never Let Go", debuted on the UK Official Singles Chart.

Fathers play a great role in a child’s life. They are the shadow, guide, and often the most reliable friend one can have. Commemorating International Father’s Day today, stars who have lost their father have expressed feelings that remain untold, and what they would say if they got another chance.

The trailer opens with a chilling voiceover from Chanchal Chowdhury, describing the titular character, Toofan, with the lines: "He is not humane, he is not savage either, Toofan is what he wanted to be…monster (rakkhosh)." This sets the tone for the dark and intense journey of Toofan, portrayed by Shakib Khan, from his adolescence to his rise as a notorious national-level criminal.

"Bridgerton" recently waltzed right back onto our screens for its third season — this time centring on the love story between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton. In this season, Penelope, secretly the gossip columnist Lady Whistledown, grapples with revealing her true identity while on a mission to find herself a suitable spouse. Colin, on the other hand, returns from his travels with newfound confidence.

Alia Bhatt’s fans were shocked and worried after a new deepfake video of her went viral. In the AI-generated video, Alia appears to join the GRWM (Get Ready With Me) trend. The video, posted on Instagram by a user named Sameeksha Avtr has already garnered over 17 million views.

In celebration of Eid, Pavel Areen's musical project "Living Room Sessions" has released a new song titled "Tumi Jaiona Bondhure" by Baul Abul Sarkar. The song, featuring vocals by Fatima Tuz Zahra Oyshee and music directed by Pavel Areen, was released last Thursday.

Renowned dancing duo Shibli Mohammad and Shamim Ara Nipa, celebrated for their countless performances both locally and internationally, are set to surprise fans this Eid. Traditionally known for their lifelong dedication to the art of dances, this lively pair is now stepping onto the stage to mark their musical debut. For the first time, they will lend their voices to a special Eid song.

Recently, she attended the press conference for her upcoming movie “Revenge”, starring Ziaul Roshan at BFDC. Directed by Mohammad Iqbal, the film is a mix of comedy, action, and romance.

The cultural exchange between Bangladesh and West Bengal is prominently visible in the entertainment industry. Recently, several Bangladeshi singers have made their mark in Tollywood films. Among them is Minar Rahman, a beloved artiste from Bangladesh, who has lent his voice to Raj Chakrabarty's upcoming film “Babli”.

Mila Islam stands out as a pioneering woman in the country's band music scene, having carved a unique niche for herself with the audience. Known as a popular pop artiste during the album era, Mila also excelled in fusion and folk music.

She earned immense popularity after portraying Hridi in the much-acclaimed film “Aynabaji”, in 2016. Masuma Rahman Nabila is now set to grace the screens after a long time, with Raihan Rafi’s film “Toofan” where the actress has paired up with Shakib Khan, for the first time. She also shared the screen with Chanchal Chowdhury in this project, who was her debut film co-actor.

Even though “Golam Mamun” is a spin-off series, Shihab Shaheen uses it to reflect our current socio-political realities through fiction and brief dialogues, highlighting numerous inconsistencies in our surroundings. However, we should question his portrayal of everything under an invisible shadow, or ‘Hukumat’. This ‘invisible’ aspect implants a spectral reality in our minds, which eventually seems insurmountable. The ruling apparatus takes full advantage of this, becoming more active in masking their failures. 

"Bridgerton" has not only increased its viewership on Netflix but has also significantly contributed to the UK economy. According to Netflix, the franchise created by Shonda Rhimes, including Seasons 1-3 and the spinoff "Queen Charlotte", has generated more than £250 million for the economy since its premiere in December 2020, supporting nearly 5,000 local businesses.

Actress Sabila Noor has showcased her versatility in various roles across TV dramas and OTT platforms. Now, she is taking on the character of a Jatrapala dancer named Princess Diana in a Noyeem Imtiaz Neamul directorial drama, that shares the same title.