The newly announced show, set for January 21, 2025, at the DY Patil Sports Stadium in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, follows fan frustration over long waits and server crashes during ticket sales for the first two dates.

Although contracts were signed and shooting schedules finalised, the fate of three upcoming films—”Rasta”, “Shaheb”, and “Leela”—now hangs in the balance. This uncertainty has been confirmed by the producers, directors, and actors involved in the projects.

Yesterday actress Rani Mukerji took time out of her schedule to express her support for cancer patients in Mumbai. Collaborating with the Cancer Patients Aid Association, she participated in World Rose Day, a global event to raise cancer awareness and show solidarity with those battling the disease.

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Eubanks revealed that the band had assured her they would inform her of any future changes if they continued as a group. However, she now feels "betrayed" after learning about the new lineup through the media.

Veteran actress Shabnam was approached to become a member of the new committee of the Bangladesh Film Certification Board. She asked for two days to consider the offer but later graciously declined, citing her inability and disinterest in taking on the role. 

The film industry continues to face significant challenges as most cinemas remain closed, and the few that have reopened are struggling due to a lack of new releases. Filmmakers are hesitant to debut their projects in this climate, forcing theatre owners to rely on screening older films. 

In the aftermath of Bangladesh’s recent government transition, uncertainty has been dangling in the air regarding the future of last year’s state-funded films. Many filmmakers have been left in a state of limbo, awaiting guidance from the new administration.

Director Karan Johar is set to direct his first solo OTT series, venturing once again into the world of streaming.

Nipun uttered his concerns about the need for greater responsibility from exhibitors and the distribution system once the certification process begins. “It’s a chain process, and as the supporting wing, other sectors need to be more cooperative and, above all, take greater responsibility in fulfilling their duties.”

Netflix's live-action series "Avatar: The Last Airbender" has resumed production for its second season, with the streaming platform announcing Miya Cech as the actress portraying the beloved character Toph Beifong.

Record label Aajob Records has officially released noted Indian singer Nachiketa Chakraborty and Joy Shahriar's duet album "Tothagoto".

“Squid Game” is coming back for its second season, promising even more intensity than before. In the trailer for the new season of the Korean thriller, Seong Gi-hun (played by Lee Jung-jae) is seen jolting awake in fear.

Sumon Anowar is directing a web-film based on a detective story titled "Mirza", with Mosharraf Karim playing the lead role. The film was shot at various locations around Dhaka. According to the director, "Mirza" is set to become a franchise, with the first instalment titled "Club Twenty Nine." The film is expected to premiere on the OTT platform Bongo by the end of the year.

Now, the legendary actor embarks on yet another artistic venture, lending his voice to Antik Mahmud's latest animated project, with the recording already completed to perfection.

The Rome Film Festival which will run from October 16 to 27 will showcase the film in the non-competitive Grand Public section before its nationwide release in Italy.

The actress, who began her journey as a child artiste, has always been passionate about dance, just as much as she is about acting. She was a ramp model and participated in Miss World Bangladesh in 2017. Despite her hectic schedule, Heme took some time to drop by The Daily Star for a photoshoot and to discuss her career, passions, and more.

Like other social media users, actress Mehazabien Chowdhury voiced against this brutality. In her post, she asked, "Why is mob beating being normalised?"

Apeiruss, the Bangladeshi EDM duo — comprising music composers, producers, and DJs Sheikh Saami Mahmud and Sheikh Shafi Mahmud — dropped their latest track today featuring “Laage Ura Dhura” famed singer Debosrie Antara as the lead vocalist.

Music artiste Khilkhil Kazi, the granddaughter of Kazi Nazrul Islam, was appointed as the chairperson. Additionally, a junior secretary from the Ministry of Cultural Affairs and a representative from the Ministry of Education’s Secondary and Higher Secondary Departments have been included as members.

Directed by Ahasan Sarawar, the film tells the story of several newcomers in the film industry who fall victim to deception. The director shared that the film doesn’t have a singular protagonist; instead, it focuses on multiple characters, each given equal weight.