‘Michael’ to release in Bangladesh tomorrow alongside global premiere
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23 April 2026, 14:40 PM TV & Film
Satyajit Ray film legacy still shapes global cinema landscape
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23 April 2026, 14:21 PM TV & Film
Afzal Hossain to star in Nuhash Humayun’s ‘Moving Bangladesh’
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23 April 2026, 11:11 AM TV & Film
Most TV dramas feel similar these days: Richie Solaiman
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22 April 2026, 12:30 PM TV & Film
‘Michael’ set for Bangladesh release, awaiting approval
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22 April 2026, 12:20 PM TV & Film
Shooting begins for Robiul Alam Robi’s debut feature film 'Suraiya'
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22 April 2026, 11:04 AM TV & Film
‘Domm’ set for nationwide single-screen release from Friday
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22 April 2026, 10:45 AM TV & Film

Before getting married, I weighed societal judgments: Swara Bhasker

Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker and political activist Fahad Ahmad recently celebrated their first year of marriage. In September of the previous year, they welcomed a daughter into their home. Swara penned a heartfelt letter to her husband on their wedding anniversary.
18 February 2024, 07:30 AM

Islam Uddin Palakar ventures into cinema with folk song

The folk singer became a household name with the immensely successful rendition of the song titled "Deora", presented in the second season of Coke Studio Bangla with singer Pritom Hasan. The song quickly gained popularity amongst the younger generation too, putting the singer, who was previously renowned among limited audiences, in a new light.
18 February 2024, 05:54 AM

Bubly questioned about Shakib Khan in Kolkata

Shobnom Yesmin Bubly's Tollywood debut film, "Flashback", unveiled its teaser at a recent event in Kolkata.
18 February 2024, 05:14 AM

Tisha seeks support for hospitalised Ilham

Recently, Bangladesh's renowned filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki suffered a cerebral attack, and now his daughter, Ilham Nusrat Farooki, is unwell.
17 February 2024, 15:30 PM

Shakib Khan and Shobnom Bubly set to clash on Eid, again

As this year’s Eid approaches, Bangladeshi cinema enthusiasts can anticipate a face-off between popular actors Shakib Khan and Shobnom Bubly on the silver screen. Both stars are set to headline their respective films slated for release during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.
17 February 2024, 14:51 PM

‘Dangal’ actor dies at 19 after allegedly wrong medical treatment

Suhani Bhatnagar, best known for her portrayal of young Babita Phogat in the acclaimed film “Dangal”, has tragically passed away at the age of 19. Aamir Khan Productions, co-star Aamir Khan's own production company, has officially confirmed the news, expressing deep sorrow over the loss.
17 February 2024, 11:06 AM

Indian actress Anjana Bhowmick passes away

Veteran Indian actress Anjana Bhowmick has passed away on Saturday morning after battling a prolonged illness. The esteemed thespian was 79 years old at the time of her passing.
17 February 2024, 10:24 AM

Rituparna to arrive in Dhaka

Bengali actress Suchitra Sen, born in April, will be commemorated through the Suchitra Sen International Bengali Film Festival (Suchitra Sen IBFF), scheduled to take place at the Jamaica Performing Arts Centre in the United States on April 20 and 21. The festival has been organised by Suchitra Sen Memorial USA. Actress Rituparna Sengupta unveiled the logo and website of the two-day festival during a ceremony in Jamaica on January 28. However, the beautiful actress is also expected to attend the press conference of the festival in Dhaka.
17 February 2024, 06:47 AM

Mahiya Mahi announces divorce

Mahiya Mahi has decided to part ways with her husband Rakib Sarker. They are currently separated. The announcement was made by the "Agnee" actress through a video on her social media on Friday night.
17 February 2024, 03:54 AM

Thank God for Marvel movies: Christopher Nolan

Christopher Nolan is extending his appreciation for the Marvel movies. In a recent interview with The New York Times, the Oscar-nominated director expressed his admiration for the superhero films produced by the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
16 February 2024, 17:26 PM

Juboraj Shamim’s ‘Adim’ receives Hiralal Sen Padak

Renowned cultural figure Asaduzzaman Noor and Professor Kaberi Gayen of Dhaka University's Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, jointly presented the prestigious award to filmmaker Juboraj Shamim.
16 February 2024, 14:23 PM

‘Young Sheldon’ S07 premieres on CBS, Netflix release date speculated

As the curtain rises on the final season of "Young Sheldon", fans are not only tuning into CBS on Thursday nights but also eagerly anticipating when the latest installment will land on Netflix. The prequel spin-off to "The Big Bang Theory" has captured hearts since its inception, tracing the childhood antics of the beloved character Sheldon Cooper. With Season 7 underway, here's what you need to know about where to catch the show and when it might grace your Netflix queue.
16 February 2024, 13:15 PM

‘Udaan’ actress Kavita Chaudhary loses battle against cancer

Suchitra also honoured the late actor with a poignant tribute on Instagram. Alongside a photo of herself and Kavita Chaudhary, she wrote, "Sharing this news weighs heavily on my heart. We lost Kavita last night, a symbol of strength, inspiration, and elegance. While many remember her as the face of the ‘Udaan’ series on DD and the iconic 'Surf' commercial from the ‘70s and '80s, she meant much more to me."
16 February 2024, 12:43 PM

Apu Biswas and Dighi starrer films to screen in 23 halls each

Similar to last week, two films are being released this week too. One is “Srabon Josnay” by Abdus Samad Khokon, and the other is "Chaya Brikkho" by Bandhan Biswas. Both films received government funding, and a total of 23 halls are scheduled to screen each of them starting today.
16 February 2024, 12:42 PM

Bubly-Razz starrer ‘Deyaler Desh’ to release on Eid

Expressing his admiration for the film's narrative, Sariful Razz remarked, "The story of 'Dewaler Desh' resonated deeply with me, compelling my involvement in the project. While actors often peruse numerous scripts, it's rare to encounter one as compelling and meticulously crafted as this. I'm confident that our collective efforts will exceed audience expectations."
16 February 2024, 11:32 AM

Imran to sing in four Indian languages

Meanwhile, Imran’s latest composition “Boka Mon” was released on the occasion of Valentine’s Day. Habib Wahid has sung the song, while Rajat Ghosh has penned the lyrics.
16 February 2024, 10:32 AM

‘570’: Film on Bangbandhu’s assassination gets censor board clearance

The film, based on the premise of the tragic death of the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, and the brutal assassination that took place on August 15, 1975, received confirmation from the Bangladesh Film Censor Board on February 11.
16 February 2024, 06:08 AM

Meryl Streep to reprise role in ‘Only Murders in the Building’ S04

Renowned actress Meryl Streep is confirmed to return for the fourth season of Hulu's hit murder-mystery comedy, "Only Murders in the Building”. Streep, a three-time Oscar winner, will reprise her role as Loretta Durkin, the love interest of Martin Short's character, Oliver Putnam.
16 February 2024, 05:50 AM

Ranveer Singh to become ‘Shaktimaan’

Excitingly, Ranveer Singh is set to step into the iconic role of Shaktimaan in an upcoming film directed by Basil Joseph. According to recent reports, the production is set to commence in May 2025, following Ranveer's commitments to other projects.
16 February 2024, 05:17 AM

Grateful to have been honoured whilst still alive: Dolly Zahur

Recently, this veteran actress was honoured with the prestigious Ekushey Padak 2024, the second-highest civilian award in Bangladesh. In celebration of this momentous occasion, Dolly Zahur graciously shared her reflections, and future aspirations with The Daily Star, along with some cherished personal anecdotes.
15 February 2024, 18:05 PM