At first glance, “Persepolis” appears deeply personal. It follows Marji’s childhood in Tehran, her adolescence in Europe, and her complicated relationship with home and exile.

After the tumultuous 60s, a great number of Bangladeshi artists have carried the torch of artistic practice throughout the next four decades. Their work went through addition, revision, and revolution due to social, political, and religious reasons. But it has remained prominently alive and inspired the next generations of visual artists and art enthusiasts. On the evening of a hot summer weekend, Bengal Shilpalay inaugurated an exhibition featuring these influential artists of Bangladesh who shaped our art and culture.

“Yes, many years ago,” she said. “He was an extraordinary footballer. Watching Maradona was always a special experience. There was something unique and beautiful about the way he played. That is why he remains Maradona.”

Her comments have quickly drawn attention on social media, adding to the growing buzz surrounding Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s directorial “Roid” and its performances, particularly those of Nazifa Tushi and Mostafizur Noor Imran.

The popular on-screen pair have worked together in nearly 18 films, making their reunion a highlight of the day.

“Motuyamongol” explores the history, culture and philosophical foundations of the Motua community. The documentary traces the community’s social and religious journey, highlighting its traditions, struggles and evolving place in contemporary society.

Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, 36, has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, becoming the youngest woman to receive the honour.

Steven Spielberg has revealed that his long-standing ambition to direct a James Bond film was thwarted not once, but twice by the franchise’s legendary producer, Albert R Broccoli.

The world moves in a flash at 130 beats per minute. For months, the preparation for Sanjoy Deb was exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. Behind the private jets and celebratory vlogs that he posted, was immaculate planning and a mountain of expectations. When the bass dropped, he was standing at the center of the footballing world.

In addition to the theatre and film screenings, the event will bring together many of Rakayet’s long-time colleagues and collaborators, who will share their memories and reflections on his life and contributions to the arts.

The Sanjoy we saw on yesterday, performing “SIIR SIIR” alongside Nora Fatehi and French artiste Vegedream while donning a maroon jacket with Bangladesh’s iconic Bengal Tiger, Shapla, and the red circle representing our flag, was anything but accidental.

Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film stars Jaafar Jackson, nephew of the late King of Pop, in the lead role.

Nearly a year after filming began, director Kaushik Ganguly has announced the release date of "Ajo Ardhangini", the sequel to the critically acclaimed Bengali film "Ardhangini".

The honour was handed over to him by State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyam on Friday evening at the National Theatre Hall of the Shilpakala Academy in the capital. The event, titled “Timeless Voice: Syed Abdul Hadi in Respect and Love,” was sponsored by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.

The event aimed to explore Ukil Munshi’s philosophy of longing and separation in the context of modern urban loneliness, emotional isolation and mental struggles.

Bangladeshi-American DJ and music artist Sanjoy represented Bangladesh beautifully with his performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Canada.

The Daily Star hosted a star-studded roundtable with Ekushey Padak-winning actor-director Mamunur Rashid, filmmaker Gias Uddin Selim, TV directors Sohel Arman, Animesh Aich, Arif Khan, Aranyo Anawer, Shakal Ahmed, and theatre actor-director Tropa Majumdar, discussing television’s shift from a cultural powerhouse to a medium struggling for survival.

Held ahead of World Music Day, the musical evening paid tribute to the legacy of mystic poet and songwriter Dewan Hason Raja, whose songs continue to resonate with audiences more than a century after his lifetime.

For Azizul Hakim, football may not have become a lifelong profession, but the lessons, memories and dreams forged on the pitch continue to shape the person he is today.

He finally discloses that he is set for a silver screen project, saying, “Then one day, I noticed that the story was no longer sitting far away. Slowly, it came to sit beside me. Now, I can see it clearly. I am about to make the first feature film of my life. See you at the cinema.”