The new adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel "Frankenstein", directed by Mexico's Guillermo del Toro, portrays a sad, sensitive creature craving affection and knowledge, and instead confronted by anger and hatred.

Over the years, Prova has appeared in numerous dramas and commercials but never in a film. Now, after nearly two decades in the industry, she is finally stepping onto the big screen.

The day marks the death anniversary of esteemed vocalist Abdul Jabbar, who passed away eight years ago. The late Ekushey Padak and Independence Award (Swadhinata Padak) recipient earned lasting recognition through his playback songs and his stirring performances at Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra during the Liberation War.

The Bengal Parampara Sangeetalay held its Annual Certificate Award Ceremony on Friday evening (August 29) at its Dhanmondi premises, celebrating the dedication and achievements of its students and teachers in classical music.

Hatirpool Sessions has unveiled its latest track, “Unmukh Angshik”, as part of Season 3. The song premiered yesterday at 8pm on the official Hatirpool Sessions YouTube channel.

It took Park Chan-wook two decades to bring his latest film "No Other Choice" to the screen, but the South Korean director said on Friday the story's core theme of job insecurity was more relevant than ever as technologies march into the workplace.

Channing Tatum, Oscar Isaac, and Zazie Beetz are joining forces for “Kockroach”, an upcoming crime drama based on a novel with the same name by William Lashner, who published it under the pseudonym Tyler Knox.

“Hawabibi In this City”, a solo exhibition by artist Shaily Shrabonti, was officially inaugurated at La Galerie of Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD) during the warm evening of last Monday (August 25). Shaily is a Dhaka-based visual artist who holds a BFA and MFA in Oriental Art from the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Dhaka. Her art reflects the struggles, resilience, and success of women in patriarchal societies.

Ryan Gosling is set to make his mark in a galaxy far, far away. Filmmaker Shawn Levy has begun production in the UK on Lucasfilm’s latest venture, “Starfighter.” The film boasts an ensemble cast featuring Amy Adams, Aaron Pierre of “Rebel Ridge”, Flynn Gray of “Wednesday”, Simon Bird of “The Inbetweeners”, Jamael Westman of “Good Grief”, and Daniel Ings of “The Gentlemen.” 

Julia Roberts and director Luca Guadagnino defended their new film “After the Hunt” at the Venice Film Festival after being questioned about whether it undermines the #MeToo movement.

Tahsan Khan formed an alternative rock band with friends back in 1998. However, his professional music career began two years later with the band Black. Counting from then, Tahsan has now completed 25 years in music. To mark the silver jubilee of his career, the artiste is set to embark on a music tour in Australia.

"I am fortunate that in the initial years of my career, I got the opportunity to work with such great filmmakers,” recalls Sadia Ayman from one of her old interviews with The Daily Star. Her aim for the stars led her to a place where she is now making her mark in the glittering world of showbiz.

Aimed at pre-primary and primary level children, “Sisimpur” began its journey in 2005. The characters Halum, Ikri Mikri, Shiku, and Tuktuki quickly became popular among children.

George Clooney and Emma Stone star in two films premiering at the Venice Film Festival yesterday. Clooney plays a famous actor on a soul-searching journey in Noah Baumbach’s “Jay Kelly”, while Stone appears as the CEO of a pharmaceutical company in Yorgos Lanthimos’s “Bugonia”.

Director Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz has returned with a new television drama, “Sohojatri”, which pairs actors Farhan Ahmed Jovan and Naznin Nahar Niha for the first time. The drama is set to air soon, with audiences already buzzing over the on-screen chemistry between the two.

Sanjoy Somadder’s “Insaaf” is set for its digital debut after making waves in theatres last Eid-ul-Azha. The film begins streaming on Chorki on September 4 at 12:01am.

Green Day is gearing up to bring their signature chaos and charm to the big screen with “New Years Rev”, a road trip comedy directed by Lee Kirk. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 12, and according to the band, “Toronto is just the beginning.”

Renowned singer Fahmida Nabi has released a new duet titled “Meghla Akash”, a song that captures the mood of rain. The lyrics are penned by Abdul and Sohana. The composition and arrangement have been crafted by Abdul, who also lends his voice alongside Fahmida Nabi.

Bangladeshi filmmaker has been honoured with the Best Emerging Director award at the Astar Awards for his film “Boli: The Wrestler.” Earlier, he had received nominations in two categories—Best Screenwriter and Best Debut Director—for the same project. Just three days after the nominations were announced, the good news arrived on Wednesday (August 27) confirming his win.

Oscar-nominated actor Amy Adams and "Doctor Who" star Matt Smith are joining the cast of the upcoming movie "Star Wars: Starfighter," Walt Disney, opens new tab announced on Thursday (August 29).