Today, the Ministry of Information unveiled the distinguished recipients of the 2022 National Film Awards, a highly regarded recognition in the realm of Bangladeshi cinema. Annually, the government bestows accolades to artistes across diverse categories for their outstanding contributions to the film industry.

The film in which director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki himself appears on-screen from behind the camera (his usual job) for the first time can be said to be special. Then again, at the end of the day, how good or bad a film is, depends on the story and acting. For now, the glimpse of how he is as an actor is being perceived. 

Out of nearly 700 entries in the Best Feature Film competition category, eight films were selected to vie for the coveted title. "Nakshi Kanthar Jamin" was screened on October 28.

Halloween came early this year with celebrities already showcasing their dazzling costumes for the spooky season. Several actors, singers, models, and influencers have revealed their Halloween outfits on social media, leaving fans and audiences stunned. 

After five long years, musicians Imran and Badhon Sarker Puja are returning to the audience with a new duet song. The song is titled “Chokhe Chokhe”, with lyrics written by Pijush Das. Imran composed the music for the song and also worked on its arrangement. The music video for the song was directed by Shahrear Polock.

A video of Cristiano Ronaldo and Bollywood star Salman Khan has been making the rounds on social media, seemingly implying that the footballer disregarded the actor during a boxing match in Riyadh

After its release in Bangladesh on October 13 in 153 theatres, Arifin Shuvoo starrer movie "Mujib: The Making of a Nation" was released in over 500 theatres in India on October 27. 

The recent inauguration of the YouTube channel of Nazrul Sangeet, involving songs recorded by Kazi Nazrul Islam on the original gramophone record, was celebrated and announced through an event at the Kabi Nazrul Institute auditorium in the capital's Dhanmondi area on Monday morning.

The cast of "Friends" have finally broken their silence over the tragic demise of Matthew Perry. They have released a joint statement to People where they expressed that they were "utterly devastated" by the incomprehensible death of Matthew Perry.

Today marks the 77th birthday of eminent cultural personality Asaduzzaman Noor, who was honoured with the Independence Award. On this auspicious day, artistes of his time have shared their well-wishes with The Daily Star and wished him good health ahead.

The sudden and tragic death of Matthew Perry, the beloved actor known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing in the hit '90s TV sitcom Friends, has left fans and the entertainment industry in shock. Initial reports indicate that Perry's death remains shrouded in uncertainty, as the exact cause has yet to be determined. Authorities have opted to defer a conclusive verdict until the results of toxicology tests shed more light on the situation.

Priyanka Chopra emphasised that whether a woman is a filmmaker, actor, or writer, she feels she won't let womankind down because there are so few opportunities. She expressed her strong determination not to let down the limited opportunities available to women.

Jungkook has just made history with his single "Seven" on Spotify, as it has become the fastest song to reach 1 billion streams, surpassing the previous record held by Miley Cyrus's "Flowers". As a member of the renowned K-pop group BTS, Jungkook achieved this remarkable milestone on Monday, October 30, when "Seven", featuring Latto, crossed the 1 billion stream mark in just 108 days. Notably, Miley Cyrus's "Flowers" took 112 days to reach the same milestone.

What makes the humour questionable is one particularly problematic dialogue where a character implies that mental health is a construct for the rich. This dialogue not only disregards depression as a legitimate condition but also adds to the preexisting social stigma, implying that it's all 'just in our minds.'

"I wanted to summon 700 people, and from our counting, there are many more. We have more than 1,000 signatures," rgentine influencer Uki Deane told reporters.

This exciting news comes a couple of years after Preity Zinta welcomed her twins, Gia and Jai. While specific details about the project remain confidential, it is believed to showcase compelling narratives that celebrate strong female characters.

Angelina Jolie is on the side of humanity, as she stated in a recent article on the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Portraying a heartfelt tribute to the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, an animation series titled "Khoka" premiered yesterday at the Star Cineplex in the capital. This remarkable initiative, brought to life by the ICT department, endeavours to illuminate the extraordinary life of Bangabandhu, from his childhood to the day of his homecoming. 

According to Page Six, Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, Matt LeBlanc, and Lisa Kudrow, who have yet to speak out about Matthew's death

When “Karagar” premiered on Hoichoi last year, Chanchal Chowdhury as the mystery guy left an indelible effect on viewers and critics alike. The story of the strange man who appeared out of nowhere in cell 145, which had been sealed for 50 years, along with Chanchal’s performance, made it one of the most critically acclaimed series.