Petition against Paramount–Warner Bros deal crosses 4,000 signatures
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Maggie Gyllenhaal to head Venice Film Festival 2026 jury
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‘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

Jennifer Lopez to produce ‘Bob the Builder’ movie

Global superstar Jennifer Lopez is set to produce a new film featuring the beloved children's character, Bob the Builder. The iconic handyman, who first graced CBBC screens 25 years ago, will undergo a cinematic transformation in this upcoming project.
26 January 2024, 09:00 AM

Four Actors Equity members donate Tk 10 lakh for actors’ welfare

Actors Equity Bangladesh’s President Ahsan Habib Nasim, General Secretary MM Kamrul Hasan Rawnak, Organising Secretary Saju Khadem, and Law and Welfare Secretary Urmila Srabonti Kar have donated Tk 2.5 lakh each.
26 January 2024, 07:29 AM

R Madhavan's supernatural thriller ‘Shaitaan’ unveils eerie teaser

In a chilling teaser dropped by the makers on Thursday, R Madhavan's haunting voice invites audiences into a sinister game of sorcery, entangling the characters portrayed by Ajay Devgn and Jyotika in Vikas Bahl's upcoming supernatural drama film, "Shaitaan”.
26 January 2024, 07:11 AM

3-day retrospective event to honour late Irrfan Khan

In a heartfelt tribute to the late actor Irrfan Khan, the Mahalaxmi-based experimental arts performance space, G5A, is set to present "Irrfan (1967 – 2020): A Retrospective". The event, organised by G5A Cinema House and filmmaker Nikkhil Advani, aims to celebrate Irrfan Khan's enduring contribution to cinema through iconic roles in films like Maqbool, Yogi, Rana, Ashoke, and Saajan.
26 January 2024, 06:57 AM

DIFF Day 7: ‘Nona Pani’ to screen today

The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
26 January 2024, 05:07 AM

Swagata shares beautiful glimpses of her wedding

The couple celebrated an intimate wedding at Gausul Azam Jame Masjid, surrounded by close friends and family on January 24.
26 January 2024, 05:02 AM

Bonna Mirza revives on stage

While Bonna Mirza is widely recognised for her roles in cinema and television, her roots in theatre remain a defining aspect of her career. Despite being a prominent figure in the film and TV industry, Bonna frequently graces the stage, captivating audiences with her acting prowess.
25 January 2024, 18:05 PM

'Fighter' release in Bangladesh halted as distributor refuses conditions

Anticipation for the simultaneous worldwide release of the much-awaited Bollywood film “Fighter”, featuring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, turned into disappointment as the movie faces hurdles in its release in Bangladesh. Action Cut Entertainment, the film's distributor, has refused to comply with certain conditions, leading to the indefinite postponement of the movie's release in the country.
25 January 2024, 11:37 AM

Preity Zinta likely to comeback on silver screen with ‘Lahore: 1947’

In a recent development, it has been reported that Preity Zinta, a prominent figure in the film industry, is considering a return to the silver screen with "Lahore 1947", starring Sunny Deol.
25 January 2024, 11:23 AM

‘Animal’ OTT release: Legal dispute resolved, release date confirmed

After an intense legal battle, the creators of "Animal" have successfully secured its release on Netflix. The dispute between co-producers, CINE 1 Studios Private Limited and T-Series, was amicably resolved, focusing on alleged contractual breaches.
25 January 2024, 11:06 AM

‘Taka Kotha Bole’ to release on International Customs Day

The series revolves around thrilling incidents centring on a criminal’s pursuit of smuggling money to foreign countries and investigations run by the Bangladesh Customs Intelligence.
25 January 2024, 11:04 AM

Jon Stewart returns to 'The Daily Show' as host and executive producer

The comedian, who, over his 16-year tenure as host of the Comedy Central programme, solidified it as a significant influence in entertainment and culture, is set to make a comeback. Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios declared that he will resume hosting the show every Monday starting February 12.
25 January 2024, 09:41 AM

‘Birangana Kabya’ play to mark bicentennial birth anniversary of Michael Madhusudan Dutt

Dhaka University’s Department of Theatre and Performance Studies, Department of Bangla, and Nazrul Gobeshona Kendro are set to jointly stage “Birangana Kabya”, marking the 200th birth anniversary of legendary Bengali and playwright Michael Madhusudan Dutt.
25 January 2024, 06:17 AM

‘Bangladeshi fans proved my popularity won’t fade away soon’

In the midst of a cold January rain, fans and media eagerly awaited a glimpse of Swastika Mukherjee. Enthralled by her beauty and grace, Bangladeshi fans have fallen for the quintessential Bong beauty.
25 January 2024, 05:14 AM

DIFF Day 6: ‘Mighty Afrin - In the Time of Floods’ to screen today

The Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced on Saturday, aiming to showcase 252 films from 74 countries throughout the duration of the event.
25 January 2024, 05:04 AM

Please remember her in your prayers: Arifin Shuvoo's mother no more

Arifin Shuvoo's deep love and devotion to his mother was known to all. He frequently shared sweet moments with her on social media, and his genuine care for his mother was loved by everyone too.
25 January 2024, 04:38 AM

The ever-evolving Safa Kabir

In a recent episode of The Daily Star's podcast, "Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi", the “Kuhelika” actress discussed her journey in showbiz and her latest endeavours.
24 January 2024, 18:05 PM

Ranbir Kapoor, Sanjay Leela Bhansali to reunite after 15 years for 'Love and War'

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is gearing up to helm his upcoming multi-starrer film, "Love and War", featuring the talented trio of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal.
24 January 2024, 13:35 PM

Farooki’s health condition has improved: Tisha

Director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki was initially hospitalised on Tuesday due to a minor brain stroke. Currently, he is under observation in the Neuro-ICU as advised by the doctors.
24 January 2024, 12:16 PM

Kumar Bishwajit dedicates new song to ailing son Nibir

Penned by Hasanuzzaman Masum, the song features lines, “Bristy ekhon ar bhalo lagena… Tobu Sarakkhon amar hridoy mon Nibir opekkha korche,” which loosely translates to, “The sound of rain seems like someone’s earnest tears to me now, don’t the clouds in the sky delineate the pain in my heart! The rain freezes my heart in grief as I constantly wait for my beloved Nibir.”
24 January 2024, 10:14 AM