ZEE5, an Indian streaming service, launched in Bangladesh with much fanfare on July 3, 2019. The platform created numerous programmes spotlighting local producers and artistes. However, due to an underwhelming audience response, ZEE5 eventually ceased its operations here.

"Toofan", which broke box office records in Bangladesh, has now been released in India. Rafi emphasised that the film was crafted with a straightforward narrative to resonate with the majority of Bengali viewers — describing it as having a blend of popular elements akin to films like "KGF" and "Pushpa".

She made her acting debut with the film “Ayna”, directed by noted actress and filmmaker Kabori Sarwar. The film, released in 2006, marks a landmark project for the actress to date. She shared memories of working on the movie with The Daily Star.

Actress Urvashi Rautela has been hospitalised following an injury sustained while filming Nandamuri Balakrishna's upcoming Telugu movie “NBK 109” in Hyderabad. The film features Bobby Deol in a lead role.

Almost 30 years on from the blockbuster "Twister" (1996), deadly tornadoes and their chasers return to the screen for an updated extreme weather tale.

The sequel will revisit the world of high fashion and the formidable editor-in-chief of Runway magazine, portrayed by Meryl Streep. The original film, which also starred Anne Hathaway as Andrea Sachs and Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton, was a resounding success, grossing USD 326.7 million worldwide. 

From playing a police officer to taking on the role of a lawyer, Mosharraf Karim is pushing his acting skills to new levels by choosing scripts that are sure to captivate audiences. Today, the actor signed an official contract to star in the upcoming Chorki original series titled “Adhunik Bangla Hotel”, directed by Kazi Asad.

Around 19 years have passed since Ron Weasley didn't ask Padma Patil for a dance at the Yule Ball. Recently, actors Rupert Grint and Afshan Azad, who portrayed Ron and Padma in the “Harry Potter” movies, had a heartwarming reunion. Potterheads will remember that Ron invited Padma to the Yule Ball in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire", but the evening was a let-down because Ron refused to dance with her.

Nasir expressed his disappointment over the alleged plagiarism, saying, "Shah Rukh Khan is a talented actor. But it's disappointing to see the lack of recognition for my contribution from his side." He also criticised filmmaker Karan Johar for not giving due credit to him and Tarar.

On the evening of July 4, CMV's YouTube channel premiered one of the Eid specials “Love Sab” featuring Tawsif Mahbub and Tanjim Saiara Totini. The ensemble cast further includes Kingkor Ahsan, Jibon Roy, Ira,, Pauline, Masum Rezwan, Munna, Muhit, Sneha, and others.

In his four-decade-long career, renowned actor Faruque Ahmed has earned a name for his performances on the theatre stage, television, and in films. He has been a member of the popular theatre troupe Dhaka Theatre for a long time.

In the first six months of this year, around 30 films have been released in the country, with only a few achieving notable commercial successes. However, several movies and songs have generated significant buzz in the entertainment industry and among audiences.

The opening ceremony of the festival was held on October 29, 2023, at the Bangladesh Film Archive in the Agargaon area, with the participation of creative young filmmakers to encourage and advocate for a Smart and inclusive Bangladesh.

Delivering an emotional speech to World Wrestling Entertainment fans in Toronto on Saturday night, Cena expressed gratitude, stating, “Thank you so much for letting me play in the house that you built for so many years.”

Indian actress Rituparna Sengupta is set to collaborate with Rashid Polash on his latest directorial film "Tari."

Renowned for her exceptional talent, Sharmili Ahmed captivated audiences with her performances in countless plays and acclaimed films. Notably, she starred in the country's first-ever serial drama and left an indelible mark with her role in the film "Abirbhab", which features the song "Sathti Ronger Majhe".

Renowned “Barbie” actress Margot Robbie is rumoured to be expecting her first child with husband Tom Ackerley, a film producer. This speculation arose after recent vacation photos from Italy appeared to show Robbie with a baby bump. 

The feud, which lasted nearly 20 years, saw a warm end when Emraan and Mallika reconnected at a wedding reception in April this year. The two actors, known for their electrifying chemistry in the 2004 thriller “Murder”, embraced and posed for pictures, finally putting their differences aside.

This Eid-ul-Azha, Farhan starred in eight TV dramas: “Mastan”, “Noor”, “Hridoy Jure Tumi”, “Fida”, “Je Pakhi Ghar Bujhena”, “Lottery”, and “Tui Jibon”. These dramas aired on various television channels and YouTube, quickly garnering impressive viewership and praise for their unique stories and Farhan's diverse character portrayals.

Mondera Chakroborty has captivated audiences with her lead role in "Kajol Rekha”, her debut film, which has received widespread acclaim and international release. Her performance in the film, directed by Gias Uddin Selim, earned her the Best Actress Award in the Popular Category at the Dhallywood Awards in America, marking her first accolade in her film career.