The monsoon season usually marks a lull in concert activities, however, musicians and bands from the country are keeping busy with performances overseas. Many music artistes are taking the stage in various countries around the globe, including Europe and the United States.

Popular lyricist, actor and poet Marzuk Russell has recently filed a complaint to the Detective Branch (DB) of Police to report against a fake Facebook page that runs by his name.

Priyanka Chopra has recently met her namesake Koala which was named after her during her wildlife tour in Australia.

Lady Gaga, the musician-turned-actress, is presently in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, where they delivered a performance at the Opening Ceremony on Friday evening and have been seen attending various events throughout the weekend. 

Within just 6 years of her career, small screen actress Keya Payel has become a household name. To date, she has appeared in over a hundred tele-fictions. Her on-screen chemistry with actors like Apurba, Farhan Ahmed Jovan, and Musfiq R Farhan is liked by the audience.

Tama Mirza and Raihan Rafi have delivered hits when they worked together, starting with the web film "Khachar Bhitor Ochin Pakhi" and continuing with the commercial movie "Shurongo". Many movie enthusiasts assumed that the National Award-winning actress would appear in Raihan Rafi’s blockbuster film "Toofan".

In addition to "Bhalobasha", Friday’s launch lineup includes Arindam Sil’s "Unishe April", Kamaleswar Mukhopadhyay's "Night of Crime", Sagnik Chattopadhyay's "Lady Chatterjee", Arindam Chakraborty's "Ami Nandini", Deep Modak's "Necro", and Kaushik Kar's "Photash".

In a discreet ceremony held on Friday, Hollywood icon Tom Cruise was conferred with France's prestigious Knight of the Legion of Honour. The accolade was presented by France’s Culture Minister Rachida Dati, according to recent reports.

Shafin Ahmed was born on February 14, 1961. He was born to legendary Nazrul Sangeet exponent Firoza Begum and famed composer Kamal Dasgupta.

Despite a brief career, Tanjim Saiyara Totini has garnered praise for her work on the small screen. The acclaimed actress is set to make her web series debut with the OTT platform Binge. Confirmed by the actress to Daily Prothom Alo last Friday afternoon, the series is yet to receive a title. However, it will be directed by Sani Sanwar.

Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has made history by becoming the first film franchise to surpass USD 30 billion in worldwide box office earnings. This milestone was revealed by Marvel’s Chief Kevin Feige during the Hall H presentation at San Diego Comic-Con.

Hassan Abidur Reja Jewel, the revered singer, filmmaker, and host, is showing signs of improvement while still on life support. His family friend and the organisational secretary of the Lyricists’ Association, Zulfiqar Russell, has provided this latest update to the media.

Robert Downey Jr is making his comeback to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but this time he won't be reprising his role as Iron Man/Tony Stark.

“Bengali cinema’s current condition is not good; this is not a matter of perception but a real problem, and thus, the solution cannot be based on perception, but on real actions. Power struggles and vote-counting won’t solve it. This is not a political problem, and it cannot be solved politically. The problem concerns the entertainment workers, their work environment, and their dignity. This includes everyone, from the lead actor to those who provide water and food.”

To make a film is to tell a story, and when it's a cumulation of collective consciousness, to find common social grounds, values, and ordinary yet telltale stories that create the base of development of human thought and psyche is a perfect example of a much needed social and cultural commentary.

Shafin Ahmed's initial funeral service (janaza) took place today, two days after his passing, following jummah prayers at a mosque in Virginia, USA. At the same time, arrangements are actively underway to return his body to Dhaka. The Bengali community in Virginia paid their final respects to the artiste, after the funeral prayers. Shafin Ahmed's son, Azraf, communicated this information to the media.

Reflecting upon the current situation in the country, actor and producer Iresh Zaker penned his feelings on Facebook.

On July 18, widespread unrest erupted nationwide under the pretext of quota reform protests, leading to blockades throughout Dhaka and a citywide internet blackout. Amidst this turmoil, iconic actress Babita tested positive for the coronavirus.

Miles, a renowned Bangladeshi band, struck a chord with the youth of Kolkata, especially during the 1990s. Shafin Ahmed, a former leading light in the band, became an icon for aspiring musicians in the band music scene. The recent passing of Shafin Ahmed has left a void in the hearts of many in Bengal, especially in Kolkata, as they mourn the loss of the star.

The actor announced at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con on Friday that he will reprise his iconic role as Dexter in two new spin-off shows