‘The film was never meant to fit the mould’
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Films that brought together two of Dhallywood’s leading ladies
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200 percussionists honor Nazrul's rhythmic compositions at Shilpakala
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‘Overload Festival’ to bring six rock bands to Chattogram
7 September 2026
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Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter among first-time Emmy winners
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‘The Difficult Bride’ makes history with Venice premiere
7 September 2026
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‘No artiste can ever be completely satisfied’
7 September 2026
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Nafeez Al Amin honoured for contribution to Bangla rock at FOBANA
6 September 2026
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Sometimes I imagine Salman would return and surprise us: Moushumi
6 September 2026
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Afzal Hossain, Mamo star in Chayanika’s ‘Shomoy Ektu Thamo’
6 September 2026
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Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani's dreamy wedding pics from Goa
Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani tied the knot, sharing enchanting snapshots from their wedding celebrations in Goa. Rakul looked stunning in a pastel-shade lehenga, complemented by Jackky in a white sherwani.
22 February 2024
Taylor Swift named IFPI 2023 global recording artist of the year
The "Anti-Hero" singer scooped the award for the second year running.
22 February 2024
An artistic homage to the martyrs
Dr Azharul Islam Sheikh Chanchal, a Professor of the Department of Ceramics of the Faculty of Fine Art (FFA), University of Dhaka (DU), is showcasing an array of artworks in his third solo show titled “Mrittikanjali” at Zainul Gallery 1. Professor Emeritus Rafiqun Nabi along with renowned artists -- Mohammad Eunus, also the Chairman of Art Bangla Foundation, and Professor Nisar Hossain, also the dean of FFA, DU, -- graced the inaugural ceremony as distinguished guests on February 19. Prominent art critic and teacher Moinuddin Khaled has curated the exhibition.
21 February 2024
‘Learning from Puran Dhaka’: Research teams unite to preserve lost heritage
An architectural exhibition titled "Learning from Puran Dhaka: Exploring the Future of Living Heritage" is currently underway at La Galerie of Alliance Française de Dhaka. Organised by a collaborative effort of architecture students from various prestigious universities and supported by distinguished dignitaries, the exhibition aims to shed light on the rich cultural heritage of Puran Dhaka and its significance in shaping the future urban landscape.
21 February 2024
Sam Mendes set to direct four separate Beatles films
Director Sam Mendes is embarking on an ambitious project that will dive into the lives of each member of “The Beatles” through four separate feature films. The movies will intersect to narrate the extraordinary journey of the iconic band, leading up to their legendary breakup in 1970, according to a press release.
21 February 2024
Badhan selected as jury at Bengaluru International Film Festival
The festival will be held from February 29 February to March 7 in Bangalore, India. Showcasing over 200 films from all over the world in more than 15 sections.
21 February 2024
Mehazabien Chowdhury to make her silver screen debut with ‘Saba’
Popular actress Mehazabien Chowdhury is one of those artistes’ of the country who has been able to conquer hearts with her versatile performances in a variety of content through television dramas, telefilms, OTT factions, web-films, and even YouTube. However, she is now all set to enthrall her audiences with her first full-length feature film to be released in the theatres soon.
21 February 2024
‘Sisimpur’ season 16 to hit screens soon
The much-anticipated programme will introduce a new character, Ameera, who is a witty inquisitive 8-year-old girl with a passion for science and basketball. Ameera is also a person with a disability and will use a pair of crutches and a wheelchair whenever she is interacting with the group. She is everyone’s favourite comedian, and her great sense of humour serves her well as a natural leader who encourages others with her bright personality.
21 February 2024
Siam-Idhika to star in ‘Sikander’
Idhika Paul is on a roll, having recently signed her third Bangladeshi film. She is all set to star opposite heartthrob Siam Ahmed in Tamim Rahman’s upcoming film, "Sikander".
21 February 2024
Jaaz multimedia announces ‘Jinn 2’
Last year on April 22, amidst the celebrations of Eid-ul-Fitr, the film “Jinn” was released. Produced by Jaaz Multimedia, the supernatural thriller stars Abdun Noor Shajal and Puja Chery in lead roles. The film garnered significant attention for its eerie storyline.
21 February 2024
SRK wins Best Actor at Dadasaheb Phalke Awards, dazzles with Rani on red carpet
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.
21 February 2024
Celebrating the languages of Bangladesh: Coke Studio Bangla at the forefront
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.
21 February 2024
International Mother Language Day specials on television today
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.
20 February 2024
Celebrating a golden career: Sohel Rana’s birthday today
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.
20 February 2024
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma welcome second child
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.
20 February 2024
Jaya’s ‘Fereshteh’ wins national accolade in Iran
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.
20 February 2024
Is Mosharraf Karim starring in Zibon’s 'Chokkor 302’?
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.
20 February 2024
'Hotel California' case: Unusual criminal trial set to open over handwritten lyrics
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.
20 February 2024
Sajjad Hussain chronicles Anindya Chattopadhyay’s early years in ‘Anindyakal’
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.
20 February 2024
Kiara Advani joins Farhan Akhtar's ‘Don 3’
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.
20 February 2024
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