Reports suggest a casting change in director Nitesh Tiwari’s much-anticipated epic “Ramayana”, with actor Raghav Juyal likely stepping into a key role previously linked to Vikrant Massey.

Shahnewaz joined Bangladesh Television (BTV) in the early 1970s and began working as a music director there in 1977. Over the course of his career, he composed more than 2,000 songs across various media.

In the Bangladesh film scene where political satire remains scarce, “The University of Chankharpul”, through wit and humour, explores the culture of sycophancy within student politics.

The timeless tragedy Oedipus by Greek playwright Sophocles is set to return to the stage at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, as Driesshokabbo Theatre continues its regular run of the production.

Veteran actor, director and visual artiste Afzal Hossain has shared a deeply personal reflection on his artistic journey, revealing that acting in films was never part of his original plan.

According to trade website Sacnilk, the film earned about ¥105 million (around ₹6.06 crore) within 14 days of its release in Japan.

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Bangladesh has secured a major achievement at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) 2026, as political thriller "Master", directed by Rezwan Shahriar Sumit, won the Big Screen Award in the festival’s prestigious Big Screen Competition section.

Karmakar not only performed numerous songs by Ustad Jalal Uddin Khan but also composed melodies for many of them. Several of these performances gained wide popularity. He was also a prolific lyricist, having written nearly 200 songs over his career.

The controversy follows the recent release of investigation-related documents by the US Department of Justice, which have reignited global scrutiny of Epstein’s network.

Created by Puneet Krishna and directed by Gurmmeet Singh, the film will see the return of key characters from the series. Pankaj Tripathi reprises his role as Kaleen Bhaiya, while Ali Fazal returns as Guddu Pandit. Fans are especially excited about the comeback of Munna Tripathi, played by Divyenndu, one of the most popular characters from the show.

A new Valentine’s Day special drama titled “Je Kotha Hoyni Bola” is set to premiere this season, starring Jovan and Naznin Nahar Niha. The romantic musical drama has been directed by Jakaria Showkhin and will be released on CMV’s official YouTube channel on Valentine’s Day.

After more than 15 years of speculation, Slipknot’s long-rumoured side project “Look Outside Your Window” is officially set to see the light of day. The album will be released as part of this year’s Record Store Day lineup on April 18, marking one of the most talked-about archival releases in recent metal history.

Babita is an internationally acclaimed film actress. After acting in Satyajit Ray’s “Ashani Sanket”, she was honoured in many places around the world. In her own country, she has received the National Film Award many times. She has also received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Film Awards. The Mayor of Dallas gave her a lifetime honour. She has received many other awards and honours as well.

Five years after the death of legendary singer Subir Nandi, a previously unreleased song recorded in his voice is set to be released, continuing a series of posthumous works by the artiste.

Renowned rock band Warfaze has been nominated for the Ekushey Padak, the country’s second-highest civilian honour, marking a historic first for Bangladeshi band music.

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The government yesterday announced nine individuals and, for the first time, a rock band as recipients of the Ekushey Padak 2026, the country’s second-highest civilian honour, recognising contributions across film, fine arts, architecture, music, dance, theatre, journalism, education and sculpture.

In a Facebook post, the actor said he had agreed to the project believing it to be a socially driven initiative. According to him, the advertisement was presented as a social complaint–receiving app aimed at empowering citizens. “I had agreed to act in an advertisement for a social complaint–receiving app, which was meant to be a platform for people to report injustice, corruption, extortion and harassment,” he wrote.

Chondona also shared a personal insight into her late husband’s deepest artistic pride. “My personal feeling is that Ayub Bachchu would have been happier if his band LRB had received the award,” she said.