20 cultural icons and organisations are set to receive the Shilpakala Padak in recognition of their significant contributions to the cultural arena. The Bangladesh Shikpakala Academy (BSA) has been bestowing the prestigious accolade annually since 2013. For the fiscal years 2021 and 2022, a total of 20 individuals and organisations have been selected to be honoured.

In a joyous celebration of love, model and actor Pallab Chakraborty has taken a significant step in his personal life, tying the knot with his long-time partner Wahida Rahi. The union comes after an 11-year journey of love, marking a new chapter in Pallab's life.

The esteemed lyricist and poet, famed for crafting the popular song "Amar Ei Duti Chokh Pathor to Noy", passed away this afternoon while under medical care.

Popular actor, musician and anchor Zinat Sanu Swagata is all set to get married to her long-time beau Dr Hasan Azad this month. On this auspicious occasion, she shared her secrets about being happy in love and life with The Daily Star.

In a candid conversation, renowned Bangladeshi actor Mosharraf Karim shared insights into his career, struggles, and the love he harbours for the art of acting. The discussion naturally gravitated towards his latest film, "Hubba", set to release in Bangladesh on January 19.

Along with Farin, the film features a star-studded cast, including musician Pantha Kanai, Yash Rohan, Manosh Bandyopadhyay, Tariq Anam Khan, Shatabdi Wadud, Shahed Ali, Aysha Monica, ABM Sumon, amongst others.

In a star-studded affair at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night, Christopher Nolan's “Oppenheimer” emerged as the big winner, clinching a total of eight accolades, including the prestigious Best Picture award.

Apu Biswas, with nearly two decades of experience in showbiz, has recently collaborated with director Salman Haider for an untitled film. In this project, she will portray the role of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and has requested a remuneration fee of only Tk 100.

Delayed by four months due to Hollywood strikes, television's Emmy Awards will finally take place on Tuesday local time, with the final season of HBO's "Succession" expected to dominate the top drama prizes.

Mohammad Shafayat Hossain, popular by his stage name Jalali Shafayat, stands as a prominent member of the acclaimed rap ensemble, Jalali Set, making him one of the most recognised rappers in the country. Whether in collaboration with Jalali Set or as a solo artiste, he consistently proved his prowess in delivering versatile verses and hit tracks, including “Dhamaka”, “Local Bus” in collaboration with the once-national sensation Momotaz Begum, and “Mainkar Chipay” alongside AvoidRafa.

Pori Moni is all set to captivate her fans as "Kagojer Bou" gears up for its theatrical release on January 19. Directed by Chayanika Chowdhury, the film features Pori Moni in the role of an affluent young woman ensnared in an intricate marriage with a less privileged man.

The film suffered at the box office after a sudden plunge in profit due to heightened competition from films like “Salaar” and “Animal”. However, this Rajkummar Hirani directorial film has continued a consistent performance with limited collection at the box office, reported several Indian media outlets.

In a remarkable display of cross-cultural musical talent, 20-year-old Bangladeshi singer and influencer Ariyan Choudhary is making waves with his soul-stirring rendition of Anuv Jain’s “Husn”. The cover, shared on his official Instagram handle, has caught the attention of netizens and received praise from outlets like Indian Express.

On Janyary 11 Pori Moni starrer film “Kagojer Bou” had its premiere. Although the entire cast was present at the event, but Pori couldn’t attend the programme. This is because she along with her son Shahim Mohammad Rajyo were admitted to the hospital. Sharing how they fell sick, Pori Moni posted an awareness message on her social handle.

In a cinematic rendezvous between Kolkata and Bangladesh, the film “Hubba”, directed by Bratya Basu, is set to captivate audiences on January 19. Notably, the movie features acclaimed Bangladeshi actor Mosharraf Karim alongside talents like Indraneil Sengupta, Sraboni Das, and Soumik Haldar amongst others.

More often than not, a film leaves you marred with questions, and you ponder over all the ifs and buts of what will unfold next. The film “Mr and Mrs Iyer”, along with all the emotions it invokes, is one that forces us to wonder about the ‘what ifs’.

Shobnom Yesmin Bubly is all set to make her Tollywood debut under the direction of Bangladeshi filmmaker Rashed Raha in the movie "Flashback". She will be seen with Kaushik Ganguly and Sourav Das.

In a delightful turn of events, The Academy stirred emotions among fans as it shared a clip of the timeless song "Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna" from the 1995 Bollywood hit “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” (DDLJ). The film, a musical romance directed by Aditya Chopra, holds a special place in cinematic history.

The year has begun with the news of celebrities tying the knot, one after another. After Mousumi Hamid and Farhan Ahmed Jovan’s wedding news, the media industry is pleasantly surprised with the news of newly wedded couple Nazia Haque Orsha and Mustafizur Noor Imran.

Translated as "We will return" or simply "Returning", this eight-minute track was composed and performed as an act of solidarity. It serves as an anthem that transcends borders, paying tribute to the strength and resilience of the Palestinian people and their history while resoundingly calling for justice.