Once Bangladesh opened its doors to Indian cinema, following a decision by the Ministry of Commerce, the import of Indian films was sanctioned, with a quota of 10 releases per year. This initiative commenced with the much-anticipated release of “Pathaan”, followed by a string of blockbusters including “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan”, “Jawan”, “Animal”, “Dunky”, and “Crew”. Now, following in tow, the South Indian film, “Pushpa 2 - The Rule”, is set to release in Bangladesh.

In the new biopic “The Apprentice”, which premiered at this year's Cannes Film Festival, former US president Donald Trump is depicted as a rapist who assaulted his first wife, Ivana.

Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese anime studio that has captured the imagination of fans for the last 39 years with its magical creatures and floating castles, was awarded an honourary Palme d'Or at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.

A soon-to-be-releasing Bollywood film is set to premiere in our local theatres, alongside its release in India, after the government lifted restrictions on screening times, except during festivals. This concession, granted for two years, has allowed several Bollywood films to be released over the past year.

Raindance Film Festival, one of the world's most prestigious festivals for independent films, has selected the Bangladeshi short film “Death and Landscape” for its 32nd edition.

Apart from the “Monpura” actor, the series also features FS Nayeem and Tanzika Amin in significant roles.

The show “Guitar Clinic With Oni Hasan” meticulously organised by Mavix Global at the Liberation War Museum auditorium last Thursday (May 16) featured musical maestros like Mizan Rahman and Ershad Zaman. The event was a rather dreamlike affair — especially for the up-and-coming guitar enthusiasts amongst the audience inside the venue.

This year, four veteran figures are set to be honoured with the Nazrul Padak, as announced by the Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University. The recipients of the award include renowned Nazrul Sangeet artistes Dalia Nausheen and Salahuddin Ahmed, alongside esteemed researchers Dr Gulshan Ara Kazi and Anupam Hayat.

Responding to Nipun’s writ petition placed on Nipun’s behalf by her legal representative Advocate Polash Chandra Roy on May 15, the High Court has suspended the declaration of Dipjol as the winner for the General Secretary position in the Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association election for the 2024-26 term today (May 20).

Demi Moore made her debut in the Cannes Film Festival's official selection on Sunday evening with the competition film "The Substance". The highly anticipated, blood-splattered horror thriller by French director Coralie Fargeat received a 13-minute ovation, the longest for any title at this year's festival so far.

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, the current president of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association, Misha Sawdagar, shared his thoughts on the situation. He emphasised the importance of tolerance among artistes, stating, "Every artiste needs to be tolerant and compassionate."

Ashna Habib Bhabna is making headlines at Cannes with her striking fashion choices – from a crow-styled gown to her mother’s bridal saree.

AR Rahman is currently at the 77th Cannes Film Festival to unveil his musical documentary "Headhunting to Beatboxing".

Renowned for his contributions to the music industry, Raffan Imam, affectionately known as 'Popeye,' has been sweeping audiences off their feet with his voice for more than a decade. Throughout his extensive career, Popeye has produced numerous popular tracks, including hits like “Neshar Bojha,” “Tikto Shotto,” “Bishanna Shundor,” “Moron Iccha,” and “Raat Kotha.” Despite his permanent residence in the United States, Popeye has been a rare presence in concerts in his home country.

Adnan and Tanveer Hossain’s co-produced Filipino short film “Radikals” has been nominated for its world premiere at the prestigious 77th Cannes Film Festival, at the 63rd Semaine de la Critique (SDLC) of Cannes, this year.

The morning dawns, darkness not yet fully dispelled, and the sound of crickets persists. Shailaja (played by Shefali Shah) walks alone, silently, her footsteps echoing through the narrow path that leads to the home she left in Kokan, where her childhood memories lie buried. She stands by the well, the same well where she lost her childhood playmate, her sister. For a brief moment, she stands there, as if preserving her 28-year-old memories. Then, with a heavy heart, she resumes her journey. As the curtains fall on this tragic film, the aforementioned final moment of “Three of Us” embodies a profound transformation, akin to a decree of tragic poetry.

Recently, Zayed Khan addressed some issues in detail with The Daily Star in an exclusive interview. The actor also shed light on regaining his membership, his feud with fellow artiste Nipun, his love life, marriage, and his current showbiz projects.

Chanchal Chowdhury, who will be playing a cameo role in the Shakib Khan starrer “Toofan”, was spotted in the teaser of the film.

Nearly 50 years later, a pristinely restored “Manthan” has appeared for a red-carpet world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on Friday (May 18), alongside classics from Jean-Luc Godard, Akira Kurosawa, and Wim Wenders.

Chowdhury’s contributions go beyond this iconic song and journalism. He was a distinguished storyteller with notable works, including the acclaimed short story collection “Samrat-er Chhobi” (The Emperor’s Picture). He also authored significant novels and plays, consistently emerging as an active progressive writer and political commentator through the twists and turns of history. He was not just an observer of history but an active participant.