The event, which unfolded at Bottola’s Baulkunja on Academy premises, brought together Bauls, Sadhus, and artistes from across the country, creating a kaleidoscope of artistic expressions. Liaquat Ali Lucky, the director general of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), assumed the role of the event's presider, emphasising the pivotal role of cultural diversity in shaping the world. 

Renowned actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba is all set to play a significant role in a drama titled “Dark Justice”, which was both written and directed by Topu Khan. Notably, an action director from Chennai was involved in choreographing the action sequences for this drama which will be produced for a YouTube channel.

The actor performed on stage in plays like Jean-Paul Sartre's “Deowal” and Momtaz Uddin's “Bornochora”. In the 1997-98 season, when Tarek and Russell moved to Dhaka, Rubel joined Tirjak. There, he acted in various plays such as Bertolt Brecht's “Samadhan” and Shakespeare's “Romeo and Juliet”. He also wrote plays for Tirjak, titled “Lojja” and “Shotyandho”.

Timothée Chalamet has said he was aware people did not want him to “mess up” his portrayal of the much-loved character Willy Wonka. "People are very protective over the characters they love, particularly Willy Wonka," he told BBC News.

In a prolific partnership spanning over two decades, the celebrated Bangladeshi actor Mosharraf Karim and director Golam Sohrab Dodul have not only nurtured a professional bond but also a profound friendship. From their initial rendezvous in 2000 at Mogbazar in Dhaka, where their shared interests in music cultivated a strong camaraderie, the duo's connection has evolved into a successful collaborative journey.

The three-phase programme will begin with a convention bringing together over 500 thespians, and theatre activists at 4:00 pm, today. Awards and over 50 new play scripts will be delivered after the inauguration of the ceremony.

After a 25-year gap, Salman Khan and Karan Johar are joining forces for a new feature film called "The Bull".

At the premiere of "Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé" in LA, the spotlight was on Beyoncé's striking platinum blonde hair, sparking both admiration and controversy. While many praised her new look, a segment on social media criticised the singer, accusing her of attempting to emulate whiteness through skin lightening.

The 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) wrapped up in Goa on Tuesday following the screening of 270 international and Indian films – comprising 25 feature films and 20 non-feature films. The concluding ceremony honoured “Endless Borders” with the Best Film Award, recognised “Panchayat” Season 2 as the Best Web-Series, presented actor-director Rishab Shetty with the Special Jury Award for his film “Kantara”, and bestowed the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award upon Hollywood legend Michael Douglas.

The two day event kicked off from November 28, Tuesday at the Tokyo Dome Stadium in Bunkyo.

Imagine producing your first project to then accidentally debuting on it by playing the role of a narcissistic Bengali-American character named Sahir. Well, Sheikh Niloy had different plans, but eventually, he succeeded in portraying the charming yet obnoxious Sahir, obsessed with his good looks. The 20-year-old Sahir shares his living space with equally narcissistic roommates – Dante, Gaia, and Aria – all on a quest to discover their elusive self-worth.

Now, Bangladeshi fans will be able to witness the Ranbir Kapoor starrer film on the same as its global debut, as the film is set to release in local theatres on December 1.

Meanwhile, two trailers from the three dramas have already been revealed, while one is yet to be released. Further updates will be announced alongside the release date of each drama on CMV’s Facebook page.

Harvard University and the University of Florida are set to introduce innovative courses delving into the impact of Taylor Swift on modern music and society. Harvard's Professor Stephanie Burt will spearhead a course titled "Taylor Swift and Her World", examining the singer's music, lyrics, and cultural significance. 

Arav Khan posted a video of Hero and Rakhi announcing his inclusion in the film. The film is going to be dubbed in Bangla and Hindi, Arav said. In the video, he said, “Hero Alom is going to begin his career in Bollywood with Rakhi Sawant. I will take care of the cost of the project, whatever the amount.”

There are films that we enjoy, and then there are the ones that are hard to forget. The latter moves us from within and changes the way we look at life. For me, “Kal Ho Naa Ho” is indelible with its rollercoaster of emotions. Written by Karan Johar and directed by Nikkhil Advani, the film featuring a stellar cast including Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, and Saif Ali Khan, marks its 20th anniversary today – since its release. At its core, the film is an exploration of the various facets of love, beautifully woven into the vibrant tapestry of New York City. As the film turns 20 today, let us revisit it one more time to remind ourselves to “haso, jiyo, muskurayo, kya pata kal ho naa ho.” (live and laugh, for tomorrow may not be there).

Ranveer Singh, alongside Diane Kruger and Abdullah Al-Sadhan, are set to be honoured at the forthcoming Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. 

Renowned American model and TV personality Gigi Hadid, known for her strong stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict, recently drew criticism for sharing controversial content on social media accusing Israel of engaging in "organ harvesting." The 28-year-old model posted a reel on her Instagram story, citing alleged statements by health officials claiming Israeli authorities had been harvesting organs from deceased Palestinians without their consent over the years, as reported by Newsweek.

Since their undertaking, 11 of the star’s films have been digitally remastered and can be watched through digital medium. The films are, “Keyamot Theke Keyamot”, “Denmohor”, “Prem Juddho”, “Shotter Mrittu Nei”, “Shopner Prithibi”, “Bikkhob”, “Jibon Songsar”, “Mohamilon”, “Asha Bhalobasa”, “Ananda Ashru”, and “Ontore Ontore”.

Dhallywood witnessed an array of celebrities vying for a seat this election. Many of them brought nomination forms to contest as Awami League candidates, but only Ferdous Ahmed secured the nomination. He is now the nominated candidate for the Dhaka-10 seat.