The essence of the July movement was at the heart of the 23rd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF), which officially kicked off at the National Museum's main auditorium.

“As wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles, our thoughts are with all those affected, especially families who have lost their homes or been displaced,” they wrote. They also shared that CBS, part of Paramount, is driving donations to the Red Cross, while a public service announcement will air across the network. KCAL, a local station, has already raised over £240,000 for relief. Paramount Pictures and CBS staff are also donating meals to first responders, while The Daily Show on Comedy Central is supporting the California Fire Foundation, and BET is covering the fires’ impact on Altadena’s historic Black community.

The 75th Berlin International Film Festival is set to begin in the second week of February. This year, Bangladeshi film critic Bidhan Rebeiro will serve as a jury member at the festival. He has been selected as a Fipresci jury member in the Panorama section of the festival.

The election to appoint new leadership for the Film Directors’ Association, initially scheduled for the end of last year, was postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. A new date was set for January 10, but voting did not take place on the day either. As a result, the leadership selection remains pending.

In response to the chaos that unfolded in Thakurgaon, Hanif Sanket took to Facebook to share a detailed statement addressing the incident.

The festival is set to kick off with the screening of the Chinese film “Moon Man” (directed by Zhang Chiyu), a 2022 science fiction comedy that follows the story of the "last human in the universe" stranded on the moon after an asteroid wipes out life on Earth. With a worldwide gross of over $460 million, "Moon Man" is a box-office sensation, and the opening screening promises to be an exciting start to the festival.

Co-written by Nuhash Humayun and Gultekin Khan, "Besura" offers a fresh perspective on psychological horror, steering clear of conventional ghost stories. Enhanced by the haunting musical score of Abhishek Bhattacharya and Pritom Hasan, the episode stands out for its atmospheric tension and outstanding performances, making it an unforgettable finale.

Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi was one of the tens of thousands displaced from their homes by the devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California.

“Niruddesh” premiered on January 9 at 3pm on the Gaanchill Drama & Cinema YouTube channel.

The storyline of “Makeup” is deeply intertwined with the world of cinema, he explained. “The film delves into the highs and lows of the film industry, shedding light on the lives of the people within it. It’s a story that reflects both the struggles and triumphs of those behind the glamorous world.”

Officer-in-charge of the airport's Immigration Police, Mostafa Nur-e-Bahar, confirmed that Nipun was prevented from boarding due to directives from intelligence bodies. "She left the airport of her own accord," he added. Nipun was scheduled to fly to London on Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG-201, which departed at 10:45 am without her.

The 23rd edition of the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is set to commence tomorrow, January 11. The nine-day festival will run until January 19, featuring 220 feature and short films from 75 countries across 10 categories. Among them, 44 films from Bangladesh will be showcased.

This week, devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have displaced thousands of families, consuming homes, valuable possessions and priceless mementoes. Among the losses are significant pieces of Hollywood history, as several historic residences featured in iconic films and television shows face severe damage or complete destruction. One such property is the Altadena mansion, the award-winning Max comedy series “Hacks”.

Actor Musfiq Farhan unexpectedly fell ill last Friday night and was admitted to the hospital the same day. After six days of treatment, he was discharged and is now recovering at home, where he will continue his treatment for a few more days.

Prominent actor Siam Ahmed, who first captured hearts with crowd-favorite television series like “Bhalobasha 101”, “Tomar Amar Prem”, and “X Factor Reload”, has since made a seamless transition to the silver screen, cementing his place in the film industry. His highly anticipated film “Jongli” is now on the horizon, promising to showcase a deeply immersive and reinvented Siam in the lead role.

The homes of Hollywood celebrities were at risk on Wednesday night as a fierce wildfire broke out in the Hollywood Hills, just a mile from the Hollywood Walk of Fame. While some stars lost their homes, others still remain in close proximity to the uncontained and advancing flames. Page Six released a map of the affected zone, highlighting celebrity residences in the area.

The usual electoral fervour typically surrounding the Bangladesh Film Directors Association election is noticeably absent, with just a day remaining until election day (tomorrow). 

The Göteborg International Film Festival, which starts on January 24, will feature "Saba" in its Voices section, a category dedicated to honouring the works of emerging filmmakers.

On the heels of a remarkable start to Hollywood's awards season with the 2025 Golden Globes, the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards has officially announced its list of nominations for this year.

Along with the delay in the nominations list announcement, numerous premieres and events in Los Angeles have been canceled as authorities focus on managing the devastating fires.