In a bid to create that bridge, Standard Chartered Bangladesh (SCB) and Friendship have jointly arranged a photo exhibition to give a glimpse of the people living in sedimentary islands (chars).

Akira Toriyama, a renowned Japanese manga artist best known for creating the Dragon Ball manga series, passed away on March 1, 2024, at the age of 68.

In the flashy world of show business, where lights shine bright and cameras document every instance, there lies a less visible truth: The hygiene and restroom dilemmas experienced, especially by the women working in the industry while in their workplace – film and television sets.

The Joy Bangla Concert, conducted to honour the historic March 7 speech of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, took place outside Dhaka for the first time this evening.

Shilpi Chakraborty gained fame for his directorial film "Rongin Ujan Vati", starring Shabnur, Amit Hasan, Probir Mitro, Dildar, Misha Sawdagor, and Sadek Bacchu in lead roles. His notable works include “Bini Shutar Mala”, “Amar Adalat”, “Tomar Jonno Pagol”, “Shobar Ojante”, “Chorompotro”, and “Mimangsha”, amongst others.

Excitement abounds for fans of “The Big Bang Theory” as beloved actors Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are set to reprise their iconic roles as Sheldon Cooper and Amy Farrah Fowler in the upcoming finale of “Young Sheldon”. Scheduled to air on Thursday, May 16, the episode will be broadcast on CBS and available for streaming on Paramount+.

Michelangelo’s list of magnum opuses includes his most famous amongst the Pietas, “La Madonna Della Pieta” (1498-99), which depicts the body of Jesus in the lap of Mother Mary after the Crucifixion. “David”(1501–1504), which is arguably the greatest ever sculpture ever carved. Last, but not least, and one of the most recognised pieces of art that even morphed into contemporary pop culture, “The Creation of Adam" (1508–12), which is part of the majestic frescoes that he created at the ceilings of The Sistine Chapel.  

In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Mondera talked about her upcoming film "Kajol Rekha", her journey, and aspirations regarding becoming a regular actor in showbiz.

British musician Jasdeep Singh Degun has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first sitar player to receive a Royal Philharmonic Society Award. Degun, hailing from Leeds, was honoured as the best instrumentalist at the esteemed classical music ceremony held on Tuesday.

Brad Pitt and Penelope Cruz play a romantic couple in a black-and-white short film that opened the “Chanel Fall-Winter 2024/25 Ready-to-Wear Show”, exploring the roots of the fashion brand that came into being more than a century ago.

In a recent interview with Harper's Bazaar UK, French actress Léa Seydoux, known for her roles in Hollywood blockbusters such as the “James Bond” franchise and "Dune", shared her perspective on the challenges female actors face in the American film industry compared to Europe.

The seventh edition of the Nepal International Film Festival is all set to commence on March 14 and run until March 19. This time, the festival organisers unveiled the official lineup – featuring 88 films from various countries across six categories.

The journey of band music in Bangladesh is witnessing a resurgence, with many recognising that it all began in Chittagong. Not only that but numerous successful bands and music icons have emerged from this coastal city, surrounded by the sea and hills. It's within this Chattogram’s landscape that this year's much-anticipated "Joy Bangla Concert", one of the country's biggest concerts is taking place.

Gal Gadot delivered big news yesterday and shocked everyone. The actress secretly welcomed her fourth child with her husband Jason Varsano after successfully concealing being pregnant for months. She posted about giving birth to her fourth daughter yesterday (March 6) across her social media accounts.

March 7 holds a significant place in the records of Bangladesh's history, marking the day when Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman delivered his iconic speech at the Racecourse ground in 1971 – to ignite the flames of the liberation movement. Recognising the historical importance of this date, BTV has organised special events to honour the legacy of the Father of the Nation.

Due to the National Parliamentary Elections 2024 and the surge in Bollywood film releases in Bangladesh, producers were waiting for favourable time to release their films. They intend to have a window to acquire profits and the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr seems like a perfect opportunity.

Renowned theatre personality Ramendu Majumdar will inaugurate this three-day conference at the National Theatre Hall of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA). Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan will attend the event as the chief guest. While art maestro Mustafa Monwar will be honoured with the Rabindra Padak, this year.

The eagerly anticipated Nazrul Festival 2024 is all set to kick off on March 8 and 9 at Gulshan Society Lake Park, Dhaka. Organised jointly by Bangladesh Nazrul Sangeet Sangstha, Gulshan Society, and the Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, this two-day cultural celebration promises to be a vibrant showcase of the works of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

CBS has officially greenlit a spinoff series centred around characters Georgie and Mandy from the popular show "Young Sheldon" for the upcoming 2024-2025 broadcast season.

“Poran” will run in three outlets of Cineplex — Bashundhara City Mall (two shows), Sony Square (four shows), and Bali Arcade (four shows).