The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Awards featured a star-studded lineup including Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Nayanthara, amongst others, who graced the red carpet of the event.

The Language Movement of 1952 is the result of our country’s fight to identify as a liberated nation. The present-day economy and culture of Bangladesh are also a consequence of the independence that our predecessors strived for. Our language transcends its role as a mere communication tool; it stands as an integral component of our rich history. As Bangladesh commemorates International Mother Language Day, the reverberations of its diverse linguistic heritage resonate far beyond its borders, underscoring its enduring significance on a global scale.

As the world celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity on International Mother Language Day today (February 21) and the nation pays homage to Language Movement martyrs who made supreme sacrifices to establish the rights of Bangla as a language, The Daily Star brings its readers a compilation of some notable television shows that will be aired.

Today marks the birthday of the legendary actor. As we celebrate this day, the artiste graciously shared insights into his remarkable life's journey in an exclusive interview at his residence.

Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma have joyously welcomed the arrival of their second child, a baby boy named Akaay.

The mention given to the actors of the film “Fereshteh” was that through art, showing generosity is the most beautiful image of life, sometimes carrying people deep into the ocean of their nature, so they can achieve freedom in their existence.

The initial poster of "Chokkor 302", the debut silver screen production of actor Saraf Ahmed Zibon as a director, unveiled its initial poster today. This first look depicts a figure of a man gripping a pistol, exuding an aura of apprehension amidst a backdrop of darkness. The mysterious depiction has stirred curiosity amongst viewers, sparking inquiries about the identity and intentions of the central character, reportedly portrayed by noted actor Mosharraf Karim.

In a courtroom drama set to commence on Wednesday, three individuals found themselves at the centre of an unusual criminal trial over handwritten lyrics to the iconic song "Hotel California" by the Eagles. Rare book dealer Glenn Horowitz, former Rock & Roll Hall of Fame curator Craig Inciardi, and memorabilia seller Edward Kosinski are facing charges of conspiring to own and attempt to sell manuscripts of Eagles’ hits without authorisation.

The book, exploring the obscured corners of the singer’s life before his rise to fame, has been unveiled at a programme held at the Bishwa Sahitya Kendra Auditorium in the capital on Monday evening.

Actress Kiara Advani has officially confirmed her role in the controversially discussed film "Don 3", directed by Farhan Akhtar. In an announcement made on social media, Kiara expressed her thrill to be joining the esteemed Don franchise and working alongside the talented team.

Today marks Shajal's birthday, and although he won't be shooting on this special day, he is set to participate in the muhurat ceremony for his upcoming film.

Renowned soft rock band Ark, popular in the ‘90s, is making a comeback with a new song after 21 years. Known for their captivating melodies and meaningful lyrics, the band is gearing up to release the song titled "Ardhangini."

The upcoming biennial election of BFAA has been announced to be held on April 19 for the term 2024-26, informed artiste Samsul Alam, a member of the Election Commission's Appeal Board, to the Daily Star.

The “Something Like An Autobiography” director presented her with a beautiful ring, and the actress was overwhelmed by the wonderful surprise.

Television actor Rituraj Singh, known for his versatile performances, has passed away at the age of 59 due to a cardiac arrest. The news was confirmed by his close friend and fellow actor Amit Behl.

These sentiments were expressed by Kabir Suman, one of the greatest artistes in the subcontinent. He wants to spend his final days in Bangladesh and to ultimately rest in peace in this land.

In case you don't recall, the actor turned producer Jaya Ahsan was awarded a government grant of Tk 60 lakh for her film project titled “Roid” during the 2020-21 fiscal year — set to be directed by Mejbaur Rahman Sumon, renowned for the movie “Hawa”. However, three years later, both the director and producer announced that the film would proceed without government funding, under a new arrangement. Jaya Ahsan has already returned the initial instalment of the grant.

In 1969, he made his debut in music direction with the film “Aguntuk”. In 1977, he was honoured as the best music composer for the film “Jadur Bashi”, and in 1993, he received the National Film Award as Best Music Director and Best Singer for the film “Chadabaj”.

A contentious debate has erupted on social media following the announcement of the recipients of the prestigious Ekushey Padak 2024. The government's decision to honour 21 individuals for their outstanding contributions across various fields, with 10 from the entertainment sector, has received criticism, particularly surrounding the recognition of music star Shuvro Dev.

Prime Video has officially greenlit a feature-length documentary chronicling the last 12 days of tennis legend Roger Federer's illustrious career. Titled yet to be announced, the documentary offers an intimate look into Federer's final moments on the court, originally captured as a home video never intended for public viewing.