The blockbuster success of the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer "Animal" has not only shattered box office records but has also ignited a spirited debate surrounding its portrayal of women and toxic masculinity. Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, known for his candid views, recently weighed in on the discourse in an interview with OTT Play.

Recently, the actress made headlines when she bought nomination papers from the ruling Bangladesh Awami League to run for the Chapainawabganj-2 seat, but she was passed over by the party. She then decided to run as an independent candidate for the Rajshahi-1 seat.

Barbie and Ken will likely grace the stage at the Golden Globes next month, but the show’s organisers have had a hard time finding someone with the “Kenthusiasm” to host the event.

Mosharraf Karim is back as a lawyer for his upcoming courtroom trial web-series “Mobaroknama” on Hoichoi.

Hosted by Mousumi Mou, the press conference witnessed the presence of eminent author Anisul Hoque, representatives from Chorki and Alpha-i, along with journalists eager to witness the unveiling of this cinematic powerhouse.

As the year 2023 comes to an end, it's been a year of triumph for numerous stars in our entertainment industry. From TV dramas to web series and blockbuster films, the industry has witnessed an array of talents showcasing their skills and captivating audiences. Let's discuss the most talked-about Bangladeshi entertainment personalities of 2023.

Professor Israfeel Shaheen from Dhaka University's Theatre and Performance Studies Department has recently represented Bangladesh as a keynote speaker at the 1st International Performing Arts Festival in Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam. The festival, themed “Connecting Creativity”, took place from December 8 to December 10.

The popular theatre troupe is going to conclude a glorious year with one of its initial plays, eminent thespian Azad Abul Kalam directorial “Koinna”, being staged at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Wednesday (December 13) at 7 PM .

The concert, organised by the Dhaka University Chhatra League, took place at the central sports field of Dhaka University on Friday (December 8) to usher in the new academic year and extend a warm welcome to the incoming students.

Amidst a brewing conflict within the Dhallywood film industry, tensions have escalated between two influential factions: Anonno Mamun's Action Cut Entertainment and Abdul Aziz’s Jaaz Multimedia, revolving around the import and release of foreign films, shifting the focus away from domestic movie production.

The actor unveiled a sneak peek of “Dunki” drop 5—an upcoming song titled “O Maahi” from the film—to his fans.

Priyanka Chopra, who is Goodwill Ambassador of UNICEF, has time and again advocated for rights of children suffering in various countries.

Yash Rohan, widely popular for his heart-melting smile and charming personality, has mesmerised audiences with his debut in “Swapnajaal”. Since then, the actor has delivered a brilliant performance in versatile characters in films like “Networker Baire” and “Poran”. In a recent episode of The Daily Star’s podcast, Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi, the actor graciously allowed us a glimpse into the unseen and unheard facets of his life.

The filming of Shakib Khan's new movie "Rajkumar" is scheduled to commence the day after tomorrow (December 12). American actress Courtney Coffey is thus currently in Dhaka for the film's shoot.

Indian media outlet Bollywood Hungama recently reported that “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” is set to bring together Kartik Aaryan and Sara Ali Khan once again. The horror comedy is scheduled to commence filming in February 2024. This marks the second collaboration for the actors, who were previously romantically involved and had previously worked together in the 2020 film “Love Aaj Kal”.

The innovative activity, fostered and curated by former Cultural Affairs Minister and eminent cultural personality, Asaduzzaman Noor has commenced recently with hundreds of child artists painting the roadside walls of Dhaka city.

Julia Stiles brought fans back to the late '90s, evoking nostalgia by reenacting a memorable scene from the cult classic film “10 Things I Hate About You” at the Mash-Up Americans Book Festival in New York City.

In a display of support for Gaza relief efforts, Taylor Swift, alongside her close friends Selena Gomez and Cara Delevingne, visited Ramy Youssef's comedy club in Brooklyn. This outing followed Swift's recent arrival in New York City after spending time with her partner, Travis Kelce.

It centers on the difficult lives of hilsa fishermen in the Padma river in extreme weather conditions, and is going to feature the “Mohanagar” famed actor as its protagonist.

“Swadesh Amar Janina Tomar” was first released in the music compilation "Gul Bagicha" on June 27, 1933, during the month of July of the same year. This patriotic Nazrul sangeet of self-awareness was later recorded by the giant music company HMV (His Master's Voice) in the same year, with the vocals of artiste Kashem Mallick.