Two candidates appeal nomination cancellation in Bangladesh Film Producers and Distributors Association election

The two candidates argued that the constitutional provision cited to cancel their nominations does not apply to them because it came into effect after they had submitted their nomination papers.
8 July 2026

Channel i to honour Alam Khan on fourth death anniversary

A special edition of “Gan Diye Shuru” will be dedicated to Alam Khan’s memory, featuring tribute performances by Tasmeem Zaman Swarna, Biksham, and Orthi. Earlier in the day, another edition of the programme will showcase a selection of timeless film songs composed by the late maestro.
8 July 2026

Cinema halls screen World Cup matches to attract audiences

As Football World Cup fever sweeps across the country, two cinema halls have begun screening live matches in an effort to attract audiences back amid a prolonged shortage of moviegoers.
8 July 2026

AI actor Tilly Norwood to lead hybrid feature film ‘misaligned’

Tilly Norwood, the AI actor created by London-based company Particle 6, is set to make her feature film debut in the upcoming coming-of-age comedy-drama “Misaligned”.
7 July 2026

‘Mastul’ will leave audiences moved: Fazlur Rahman Babu

National Award-winning actor Fazlur Rahman Babu believes his upcoming film “Mastul” will resonate deeply with audiences through its emotionally driven story and unconventional subject matter.
7 July 2026

I was used as a trump card: Rozina after Artistes’ Association election defeat

Veteran actress Rozina has alleged that she was “used as a trump card” during the recent Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association election after losing her bid for an executive committee member’s post.
7 July 2026

Why we keep falling for fictional boyfriends

Then someone inevitably resurrects Mr Darcy, Jim Halpert or Aditya Kashyap to remind everyone that the blueprint existed long before TikTok edits.
7 July 2026

Bangladeshi and West Bengal stars gather for North American Bengali Conference

The 46th edition of the North American Bengali Conference (NABC), one of the largest annual gatherings of Bengali-speaking communities in North America, has begun in New York, bringing together artists, filmmakers, writers and cultural personalities from both Bangladesh and India’s West Bengal.
6 July 2026

Anurag Kashyap backs Mohammad Touqir Islam's ‘Delupi’ in groundbreaking move

Mohammad Touqir Islam’s “Delupi” has received a major boost with acclaimed Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap officially coming on board as its presenter.
6 July 2026

Truly grateful to see Neymar Jr and Haaland on the same pitch: Safa Kabir

Safa Kabir may have seen her beloved Brazil bow out of the FIFA World Cup 2026, but the experience of watching the Selecao in action remains one she will cherish for years to come.
6 July 2026

Roid wins Best Asian Film at Da Nang festival

Bangladeshi film “Roid” has earned another international accolade, winning Best Asian Film in the Critics’ Section at the 3rd Da Nang Asian Film Festival in Vietnam.
6 July 2026

Six years without Andrew Kishore, the voice that defined Bangladeshi cinema

Known as the “Playback King”, Andrew Kishore died on July 6, 2020, at the age of 64 after battling Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Even six years later, his songs remain fixtures on radio stations, television programmes and streaming playlists, continuing to connect with audiences across generations.
6 July 2026

Blender’s Choice The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards enters its fifth edition

The fifth edition of Blender's Choice–The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards has returned once again. Over the years, the awards have served as a great source of inspiration for digital storytellers and a meaningful recognition for those who work behind the scenes. By celebrating their contributions, the awards pay tribute to the industry's unsung heroes.
6 July 2026

Sunil Pal says he declined Rs 25 lakh to join India’s Got Latent

According to Pal, Raina approached him with the offer, promising Rs 25 lakh for his appearance.
5 July 2026

Kriti Sanon speaks out on gender bias in Bollywood

The actor also pointed to differences in how male and female performers are treated during production.
5 July 2026

‘Minions & Monsters’ opens with US$16 million, leads weekend box office

Universal and Illumination’s “Minions & Monsters” led the North American box office on Friday, earning an estimated US$16 million from 4,243 theatres as it kicked off the Independence Day holiday weekend.
5 July 2026

‘Surongo’, ‘Forget Me Not’ emerge top winners at Chorki Awards

The second edition of the Chorki Awards celebrated the best of Bangladesh’s OTT industry, recognising standout films, series and performances from both 2023 and 2024. The awards were presented during the day-long Chorki Carnival, where critics and subscribers honoured some of the year’s most acclaimed productions.
4 July 2026

Mosharraf Karim to chair Babhasi Int’l Film Festival jury

He has been appointed chief juror for the Babhasi International Film Festival 2026, a joint initiative of Bangladesh, India and Singapore.
4 July 2026

How movies shaped our career expectations

Not just the love stories, the friendships, or the dramatic monologues in the rain, but the professions stitched into those narratives.
4 July 2026

BFAA election: Shiba Sanu elected president, Joy Chowdhury becomes general secretary

Actor Shiba Sanu has been elected president, while actor Joy Chowdhury has been elected general secretary of the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association for the 2026–2028 term.
4 July 2026