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Taylor Tomlinson takes over James Corden’s late-night show slot

Late-night television is gearing up for a transformation as 29-year-old comedian Taylor Tomlinson steps into the spotlight to host CBS's new late-night show, "After Midnight". 
3 November 2023

The reason why Homayra Himu's statement from 5 years ago went viral

Yesterday evening, the news of actress Homayra Himu's sudden demise sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, leaving it in a state of mourning.
3 November 2023

HBO updates on return of its popular shows and projects

During a press event in New York, HBO head Casey Bloys recently revealed that several HBO projects have been pushed back to 2025. This includes the third seasons of "Euphoria" and "The White Lotus" and HBO's prequel series based on Stephen King's novel "It", titled "Welcome to Derry". The second season of "The Last of Us" is expected to begin production in the Spring of 2024, with a likely release date in 2025 – pending upon the resolution of an actors' strike.
3 November 2023

‘Past Lives’ elegantly weaves a tapestry of love, memory and identity

Leonard Cohen’s heartbreak ballad “That’s No Way To Say Goodbye”, the opening track used in “Past Lives” carries a profound resonance that perfectly captures the sudden parting in the story of two childhood sweethearts. The gentle wisdom expressed by the poet also captures the subtle cleverness that is equivalent to the allure of playwright Celine Song’s first film as a director.
3 November 2023

The Beatles' final song ‘Now and Then’ out

The last composition attributed to The Beatles, “Now and Then”, has finally been unveiled, including the late John Lennon's vocals many years following his initial creation of the song.
3 November 2023

19-day nationwide Jatra festival kicks off

The Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is spearheading a unique 19-day Jatra festival that spans 42 districts, engaging the general public in a journey of development and celebrating art. The grand cultural festival, titled "Gono Jagoron Jatrapala Utsav 2023", kicked off yesterday (November 2) with an inaugural ceremony at 6 pm at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
3 November 2023

Himu's Janaza to be held at Channel i courtyard, burial in Laxmipur

According to the association’s decision, Homayra's Janaza (funeral prayer) will be held at the Channel i courtyard in the capital city after the Jummah prayer today (November 3). This solemn occasion will allow her colleagues and the industry as a whole to pay their respects to the departed artiste. Following the prayer, Homayra will be laid to rest near Laxmipur, marking her final journey.
3 November 2023

Lisa Marie Presley slammed Coppola's ‘Priscilla’ as vindictive, before her passing

Lisa Marie Presley, who passed away earlier this year, conveyed her astonishment and dismay regarding the portrayal of her father, Elvis Presley, in Sofia Coppola's script for the upcoming film "Priscilla". In two emails exclusively obtained by Variety, the late Presley urged Coppola to reevaluate her approach to the character and pleaded with her to prevent her family from experiencing public embarrassment. These messages were sent four months before Presley's tragic death from a terminal cardiac arrest in January.
3 November 2023

Quarantine: A play of size and shapes

Bengal Shilpalay inaugurated "Quarantine", a solo art exhibition by Mahbubur Rahman, on October 13. The entire gallery has been internally reconfigured to captivate visitors. It features partitions that divide the space for different types of art.
3 November 2023

Thought of my mother when I won the Lifetime Achievement honour: Rozina

Celebrated veteran actress Rozina is a multiple-time National Film Award winner. This year, she is to receive the most prestigious 'Bangladesh National Film Award for Lifetime Achievement (2022)' for her outstanding contributions to Bengali cinema. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, she talks about journeying from stage to the silver screen, her achievements and more.
2 November 2023

Documentary on Daniel Radcliffe's stunt double: Trailer released

The official trailer has just been unveiled for "David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived", a documentary that delves into the life of Daniel Radcliffe's stunt double from the "Harry Potter" series. David Holmes faced a life-changing moment during the filming of "Deathly Hallows Part 1" when a tragic accident left him paralysed.
2 November 2023

Shah Rukh Khan, the man behind the silver screen

Shah Rukh Khan, the megastar of Indian cinema, ascended to superstardom with his blockbuster hits over the span of his three-decade-long career. Yet the superstar's unequivocal popularity cannot be defined by his substantial net worth or the movies that made him what he is today.
2 November 2023

Ibrar Tipu’s first solo concert in New York

Noted singer and music director Ibrar Tipu, has contributed to the music industry of Bangladesh for 26 years. The artiste will perform in New York for the first time on November 5, 2023, at Queens Palace.
2 November 2023

Actress Humaira Himu no more

Popular Actor Humaira Himu has passed away at her residence. She has taken her own life, confirmed Actors Equity Guild President and actor Ahsan Habib Nasim.
2 November 2023

Ram Charan receives invitation to join Academy's Actors Branch

Ram Charan, known for his captivating performance in the international hit “RRR”, has earned an invitation to be added to a prestigious spot as a new member in the Academy Awards' Acting Branch. The Academy recently made this announcement and included him alongside several other notable actors from around the world.
2 November 2023

Shonar Bangla Circus to end its nationwide concert series tomorrow

Shonar Bangla Circus managed to make a special place for itself in the eyes of the audience with its first album, “Hyena Express”. The band has since been holding a series of concerts, titled “Hyena Express Experience” – named after the album, over the last several months. Now the band to set to make its last stop at Dhaka to conclude its revelrous journey.
2 November 2023

Redefining the heroic archetype in Bollywood: SRK as an anti-hero

Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as the ‘Baadshah of Bollywood’ has enjoyed a remarkable career in the Indian film industry. He has been an integral part of the silver screen since the early 90s, consistently captivating audiences with his charm and versatility. Although Khan is widely recognised for his romantic hero roles, his greatest acting prowess shines through when he portrays anti-heroes. 
2 November 2023

Five not-so-famous things about The Beatles

One of the world's most famous music bands, The Beatles, are back 53 years after they broke up with a "new" record to be released Thursday. Here are a few lesser-known facts about the legendary quartet from Liverpool:
2 November 2023

‘Dunki’ teaser hints at theme related to migration

On his 58th birthday today, King Khan aka Shah Rukh Khan unveiled the first teaser of “Dunki” – his highly anticipated collaboration with famed director Rajkumar Hirani, amongst his fans.
2 November 2023

Marvel may revive original Avengers cast including 'Iron Man' and 'Black Widow'

Marvel Studios is considering bringing back the original Avengers cast, including Scarlet Johannson's “Black Widow” and Robert Downey Jr's “Iron Man”. Audiences saw the two fan-favourite characters perish in the 2019 film “Avengers: Endgame”.
2 November 2023
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