Toronto film festival opens with 200-plus films and major stars
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Stars take social media back to the ’80s and ’90s
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10 September 2026 Entertainment
Apurba-Niha pair reunite on screen after a break
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10 September 2026 Entertainment
Nirvana to receive Video Vanguard Award at 2026 MTV VMAs
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‘Drishyam: The Conclusion’ trailer pits Ajay Devgn against Jaideep Ahlawat
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Drishsho Madhyam Shilpi Shomaj condemns attack on Badhan, demands fair investigation
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9 September 2026 Entertainment
Bangladeshi documentary ‘Pankauri’ selected for Delhi’s River Festival
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9 September 2026 Entertainment
Nusraat Faria, Badhan team up for new film ‘Lojja’
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9 September 2026 Entertainment

Badhan breaks barriers

“Khufiya” was released on Netflix on October 5. Above all else, Bangladesh’s own Azmeri Haque Badhan’s and Tabu’s chemistry became the focal point of the film. The tension-filled interactions between Octopus and KM culminated in an atmosphere that could be cut through with a blunt butter knife.
8 October 2023

Taehyung’s ‘Layover’ mesmerises in whimsically rhythmic waves

If I were to be unabashedly honest, then I would have to admit that even as a 15-year-old, back in the day, I couldn't really grasp the notion of having one ultimate artiste as my favourite singer. I would definitely notice my friends being completely enthralled by their respective favourites, so I surrendered to believing that I'll never really be able to claim a specific singer as my go-to. At that age, I really thought that it was too late for me to determine my ‘stan’. After all, how could I decide upon a matter that simply never felt special to me?
8 October 2023

Headlines vs Hemlines: The pervasive bias of entertainment journalism against women

A dive into history reveals similar narratives. In 1968, Sharmila Tagore's decision to wear a bikini for a photoshoot wasn't seen as an artiste's choice but became a canvas for societal moral commentary. Fast forward to the present, and Bollywood luminary Deepika Padukone often finds her neckline inciting more fervour than her critically acclaimed roles.
8 October 2023

The heroes of Television: How have they changed over the years?

In the realm of Bangladesh's showbiz industry, a multitude of heroes have graced our television screens over the generations. However, it was the heroes who captivated audiences in the '90s with their heartfelt performances that continue to hold a special place in the hearts of millions. These iconic figures have not only maintained their popularity but have also played pivotal roles in shaping the industry's landscape.
8 October 2023

Pori Moni back in action after 2 years

Pori Moni will soon be seen playing the lead role in "Story of Dodo", written and directed by Reza Ghatok. The film marks Pori Moni's return to the film scenes after a two-year-long break.
8 October 2023

A love letter to all daughters

The film's international premiere is going to be held at the 28th Busan International Film Festival. The screening will take place at the Busan Cinema Centre on Sunday at 8:30 pm. Yesterday Farooki shared a family picture on his social media account captioning, “Off to Busan”.
8 October 2023

Level Five’s ‘Semicolon’ is an urge to embrace life

The choice of title, "Semicolon", carries profound symbolism. A semicolon represents the continuation of someone's life despite facing adversity—it symbolises strength in the midst of a storm. In the context of mental health, it serves as an affirmation of solidarity against a myriad of challenges.
8 October 2023

‘Tejas’ trailer out: Kangana donnes roles of pilot and soldier

The trailer of “Tejas” gives a glimpse into the life of Tejas Gil, a dare-devil pilot with a patriotic heart determined to fight against terrorism.
8 October 2023

Pritom Hasan's solo concert upcoming

The artiste turned to social media to connect with his fans. He asked them to share their favourite songs, and from their responses, he curated a playlist of 18 beloved tracks. This carefully selected list includes hits like "Shorgohara", "Bhenge Porona Ebhabe", "Ami Amar Moto", "Shoroter Shesh Thekey", "Rajkumar", and "Shotti Naki Bhul" among others. 
8 October 2023

Third Bangladesh Film Festival commences in Colombo

Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Tareq Mohammad Ariful Islam has inaugurated the third Bangladesh Film Festival in Colombo on Friday.
8 October 2023

Swastika Mukherjee, Afzal Hossain collaborate for 'One Eleven'

Noted actor Afzal Hossain will be pairing up with Swastika Mukherjee in his upcoming thriller-based film, "One Eleven". Directed by Kamrul Islam Refat, the movie centres around a mysterious murder and how numerous characters will take turns to put together the missing pieces of the gruesome crime.
8 October 2023

Star Cineplex celebrates 19th anniversary, honours Bangladeshi films

Star Cineplex organised a special segment to honour films that have left an indelible imprint on people's hearts. Films such as "Antarjal," "Prohelika," and "1971 Shei Shob Din" were honoured with flowers and accolades on stage. 
8 October 2023

Aamir Khan's future project triggers speculation; sequel or remake?

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is once again making headlines, and this time it's over the speculated title for his upcoming film project. Following the underwhelming performance of his last film, "Laal Singh Chaddha", recent reports circulating online suggest that Aamir Khan's next venture has been tentatively named "Sitaare Zameen Par".
7 October 2023

Suga amasses over 100m Spotify streams

BTS’ Suga attained a new landmark on the largest music streaming platform, Spotify, recently. His solo song “The Last” crossed over 100 million streams to also become his ninth song that exceeded this mark.
7 October 2023

Lucky Ali's magical performance in Dhaka

While clouds in Dhaka poured heavy rain across the city yesterday, a domain of nostalgia emanated around Aloki when a familiar voice, who holds a special place in hearts of '90s kids, came to Dhaka to perform for thousands of audiences at "Leading The Times: Pioneers Across Generations".
7 October 2023

Sushmita Sen announces release date of 'Aarya 3'

"Aarya 3" marks the third instalment of the popular action-thriller franchise "Aarya" led by Sushmita. The series debuted in 2020, and the first season even received a nomination for 'Best Drama' series at the International Emmy Awards.
7 October 2023

Ganga Jamuna cultural festival kicks off with splendour and zeal

One of the country's largest cultural initiatives, the Ganga-Jamuna Theatre and Cultural Festival, commenced with grandeur at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on Friday.
7 October 2023

'Tiger 3' drops intense poster of Salman Khan

As the much-anticipated "Tiger 3" trailer approaches, Salman Khan, the star of the film, makes an electrifying entrance. Yash Raj Films, the production company, unveiled a new still featuring Salman Khan in his iconic role as R.A.W agent, Tiger.
7 October 2023

After Ranbir Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor, Sunny Leone and Atif Aslam summoned by ED

Celebrities are facing legal issues as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken notice of their closeness with the founders of the Mahadev gambling app, whose assets have been freezed.
7 October 2023

Wes Anderson’s contemplative renditions of four Roald Dahl stories

The eclectic director, Wes Anderson returned to narrate four more of Roald Dahl’s stories with Netflix, since his critically acclaimed movie “Fantastic Mr. Fox” (2009). He uses his distinctively eccentric directorial approach to fuse fun with deep introspection.
7 October 2023
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