Star-studded ‘Anandamela’ to air on BTV this Eid
19 May 2026, 13:05 PM
Entertainment
Dhaka at the Palais / Cate Blanchett’s DFF, its Bangladesh connection, and a fleeting opportunity
19 May 2026, 12:26 PM
TV & Film
Na Hong-jin’s ‘Hope’ stuns Cannes with sci-fi spectacle
19 May 2026, 11:50 AM
TV & Film
Ancestral homes of Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor in Peshawar on the brink of collapse
18 May 2026, 17:47 PM
Entertainment
Anirban Bhattacharya expresses desire to work in Bangladeshi cinema
18 May 2026, 12:32 PM
TV & Film
‘Rongbazar’ heads for OTT release after piracy leak
18 May 2026, 12:20 PM
TV & Film
Barbra Streisand unable to attend Cannes closing ceremony after knee injury
18 May 2026, 12:14 PM
TV & Film
Kristen Stewart criticises Hollywood studio system at Cannes
18 May 2026, 11:51 AM
TV & Film
Cannes: Cate Blanchett says #MeToo ‘was shut down very quickly’ in Hollywood
18 May 2026, 11:14 AM
TV & Film
Acting is something I genuinely enjoy: Mousumi Hamid
17 May 2026, 19:33 PM
Entertainment
Lady Gaga’s ‘Mayhem Requiem’ to premiere on Apple Music, AMC theaters
The livestream will be available free on Apple Music without a subscription during its premiere. Afterward, the full concert film and a Spatial Audio live album will remain accessible on demand for Apple Music subscribers.
13 May 2026, 11:32 AM
Shakib Khan’s ‘Rockstar’ unveils first track ‘Piriti’
The makers of “Rockstar” have finally unveiled the film’s first song, “Piriti”, featuring vocals by Pantho Kanai. The peppy track offers audiences a glimpse into the troubled world of Shakib Khan’s character in the much-anticipated film.
13 May 2026, 10:56 AM
Kaarina Kaisar’s brothers undergo tests for liver donation in Chennai
A new phase of treatment has begun for critically ill content creator and actor Kaarina Kaisar after she was flown to India for advanced medical care due to severe liver complications. She is currently undergoing treatment at the Christian Medical College (CMC) Hospital in Vellore, Chennai.
13 May 2026, 10:25 AM
Ataur Rahman enriched the theatre enormously: Masum Reza
One of the most successful and widely acclaimed productions on Dhaka’s stage was “Galileo”, directed by Ataur Rahman.
12 May 2026, 17:43 PM
Purnima stars in climate-focused documentary ‘Ostitter Lorai’
Popular Dhallywood actress Purnima has taken part in a new awareness-based documentary directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gazi Mahbub, best known for the hit film “Premer Taj Mahal”.
12 May 2026, 13:14 PM
Jaya Ahsan files HC writ seeking ban on illegal horse meat trade
Actor and animal welfare activist Jaya Ahsan, alongside the Bangladesh Animal Welfare Foundation and AK Khan Healthcare Trust, has filed a public interest writ petition with the High Court seeking a ban on the illegal trade and sale of horse meat.
12 May 2026, 10:54 AM
Cannes 2026: The Croisette comes alive with global stars and auteur cinema
Cannes will host an intense lineup of screenings, premieres, and red-carpet moments that bring together some of the biggest names in international filmmaking.
12 May 2026, 10:00 AM
Chorki secures streaming rights for Shakib Khan-starrer ‘Rockstar’
Directed by Azman Rusho, “Rockstar” features Shakib Khan in the role of a professional musician rather than the action-driven characters often associated with the actor. For the role, he reportedly underwent a significant physical transformation and weight loss.
11 May 2026, 18:13 PM
Kaarina Kaisar to be airlifted to Chennai for advanced treatment
Kaarina Kaisar, a lively and popular young content creator who had recently been building a career in acting and screenwriting, is set to be flown to Chennai this afternoon (May 11) by air ambulance for advanced treatment after being placed on life support due to severe liver complications.
11 May 2026, 18:02 PM
‘Gaza: Doctors Under Attack’ wins BAFTA; team criticises BBC
The team behind the documentary “Gaza: Doctors Under Attack”, which had previously been shelved by the BBC over concerns related to impartiality, won an award at the BAFTA TV Awards on Sunday (May 10). During their acceptance speech, the team used the moment to criticise both Israel and the BBC.
11 May 2026, 13:19 PM
Owen Cooper continues award-winning run at BAFTA TV Awards 2026
Owen Cooper added another major accolade to his growing list of achievements after winning the Supporting Actor award at the BAFTA TV Awards 2026, held in London on May 10.
11 May 2026, 12:08 PM
Adnan Al Rajeev’s ‘Ali’ bags another international accolade
Filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev continues to earn international recognition for his acclaimed short film “Ali”, which has once again brought home a prestigious honour from the global festival circuit.
11 May 2026, 11:17 AM
Viral photo of Manna and Vijay sparks debate among fans
An analysis of their careers shows that both actors rose as icons of the common people in their respective industries. In the 1990s, Manna brought social realism and protest narratives to Bangladeshi cinema, while Vijay was beginning his rise in the Tamil film industry.
10 May 2026, 11:46 AM
Raisul Islam Anik returns with children’s adventure film ‘Guptodhoner Khoje’
The story follows a group of teenagers who embark on a dangerous expedition after uncovering clues linked to a mysterious treasure and forgotten history.
10 May 2026, 10:50 AM
Four Bangladeshi documentary projects selected for Cannes Docs 2026
Four Bangladeshi documentary film projects have been selected to participate in Cannes Docs 2026, one of the world’s leading platforms for documentary filmmakers, producers, broadcasters, and distributors.
10 May 2026, 10:25 AM
‘My mother, my first inspiration’
Speaking to The Daily Star, several stars opened up about the immense influence their mothers have had on both their personal and professional journeys.
10 May 2026, 10:00 AM
Dhallywood set for e-ticketing and central box office system
The move comes following a positive response from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
9 May 2026, 13:34 PM
Abdullah Mohammad Saad’s ‘ANNiE’ cast revealed
After winning hearts with “Rehana Maryam Noor”, Abdullah Mohammad Saad is back in the spotlight with his latest mini-series, “ANNiE”.
9 May 2026, 13:07 PM
BFFS to host National Film Society Conference on May 16
The Bangladesh Federation of Film Societies (BFFS) is set to organise the National Film Society Conference 2026 on May 16 at the Bangladesh Film Archive in Agargaon, Dhaka.
9 May 2026, 12:14 PM
Bangladeshi documentary ‘Reshma’ wins top award at US festival
Directed by Suraiya Tasnin Sathi, the documentary explores the real-life struggles and search for the identity of Suraiya Farhana Reshma. The film marks Sathi’s directorial debut.
8 May 2026, 15:53 PM