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Natalie Portman says method acting is ‘luxury’ women cannot afford

Natalie Portman is setting the record straight on the concept of method acting for films. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the Academy Award-winning actor shared that she likes to keep her personal life and professional life separate, and that method acting is not something “women can afford.”
10 January 2024, 10:04 AM

Dhallywood abuzz with films vying for festive spotlight

Eid-ul-Fitr is approaching in three months. While the anticipated date for Eid-ul-Fitr falls in the second week of April, there is currently significant discourse surrounding the movie releases during this period. Numerous production companies have already disclosed the potential titles of their films, with about half a dozen movies in consideration. Titles such as “Rajkumar”, “Omar”, “Esha Murder”, “Jamdani” and “Netri The Leader” are prominently featured in this lineup.
10 January 2024, 06:45 AM

‘Fereshte’ selected for Tehran's Int’l Fajr Film Festival

Jaya Ahsan's career continues to be adorned with one success after another. As the new year unfolds, another piece of good news emerges. Her Iranian film "Fereshte" has been selected for Tehran's 42nd International Fajr Film Festival.
10 January 2024, 06:22 AM

‘Stranger Things’ final season faces boycott call

After a prolonged wait, “Stranger Things” is returning to Hawkins as the cameras roll for the much-anticipated final season of Netflix's hit show. Yet, not everyone is excited about the return of a certain cast member.
10 January 2024, 06:21 AM

Blackpink’s Lisa to possibly make hollywood debut

Speculation is rife about Blackpink’s Lisa possibly making her Hollywood debut in the renowned TV series franchise, “The Walking Dead”. Rumours about the K-pop sensation venturing into acting have surfaced following her recent departure from YG Entertainment to pursue a solo career.
10 January 2024, 05:48 AM

Tom Cruise and Warner Bros Discovery teams up for films deal

Warner Bros Discovery said on Tuesday it had struck a deal with Tom Cruise, one of Hollywood's most bankable actors, to develop and produce original and franchise theatrical films in 2024.
10 January 2024, 04:23 AM

Sariful Razz spills the beans on 'Kobi' and co-star Idhika Paul

With the ongoing promotion of his upcoming film, “Kajol Rekha”, directed by Gias Uddin Selim, actor Sariful Razz is notably absent from any promotional campaigns. The film is expected to be released in February, while Razz is currently shooting in Kolkata for another project, “Kobi”, directed by Hashibur Reza Kallol. In this film, he is co-starring with Idhika Paul, a renowned actress from Kolkata known for her role in “Priyotoma”.
9 January 2024, 18:05 PM

Releases of ‘Kajol Rekha’ and ‘Dorod’ delayed

Giasuddin Selim’s “Kajol Rekha” was scheduled to be released on February 2 and “Dorod” was going to be released on February 9. However, the respective directorial panels delayed the release dates.
9 January 2024, 12:48 PM

‘Would work in a movie if I’m offered a good script’: Sarika

The popular actress, known for mesmerising her audience with her charm, beauty, and acting skills, shares her aspirations for TV, OTT, and films with The Daily Star.
9 January 2024, 12:35 PM

Lisa Bonet files for divorce from Jason Momoa two years after separation

Acclaimed actor Lisa Bonet has officially filed for divorce from popular actor Jason Momoa, marking the end of their marriage, as reported by People Magazine. The legal move comes two years after the couple publicly declared their separation.
9 January 2024, 11:38 AM

Security breach at Salman Khan’s farmhouse, two men held for trespassing

Two men were detained by Panvel Taluka Police for illegally trying to enter the farmhouse of superstar Salman Khan in Panvel. As per Inspector Anil Patil, the accused were caught trespassing inside Salman’s Arpita farmhouse by guards on January 4.
9 January 2024, 11:29 AM

Golden Globes ratings leap by 50% to 9.4 million viewers

The highly anticipated Golden Globes, making its premiere on CBS this year, witnessed a remarkable surge in viewership, attracting a total of 9.4 million viewers. This substantial 50% increase from last year's ratings, as per time zone-adjusted fast national including Out of Home ratings from Nielsen, marked a notable victory for the awards show in its new network home.
9 January 2024, 10:27 AM

Fawad Khan opens up about 'politics' in Bollywood

Fawad Khan opens up about the affection he receives from Indian fans and discusses the influence of 'politics' within Bollywood. When questioned about whether his popularity bothers certain prominent figures in the industry, he sheds light on the dynamics at play.
9 January 2024, 10:21 AM

Ananta Jalil to feature in two looks in this film

The production of the film "Operation Jackpot," with a budget of 23 crores, has been in progress at FDC for several days. The narrative revolves around the remarkable guerilla operation, titled ‘Operation Jackpot’, executed by the naval sector during the Liberation War of Bangladesh. Several prominent stars from the country are actively involved in the project. Bangladeshi director Delwar Jahan Jhantu and Indian director Rajib Kumar, are jointly directing the film with funding from the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs.
9 January 2024, 06:12 AM

FIR filed against Nayanthara’s film ‘Annapoorani'

Mumbai police filed a First Information Report (FIR) against the movie "Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food," starring Nayanthara, over alleged promotion of 'Love Jihad.'
9 January 2024, 05:26 AM

People have trusted me with their votes, I will not let them down: Ferdous

Having won the National Film Award four times, Ferdous, as an actor, what roles does he plan to take on next? He answers, "I will look for the central roles only from now on, and I will be careful about choosing roles so that it doesn’t bring any negative outlook in my political career.”
8 January 2024, 11:30 AM

Farooki honoured with jury duty at film festival in France

Farooki will be taking part in the prestigious festival as a “Jury International”, alongside Iranian director Moshen Makhmalbaf, Taiwanese director Zero Chou and Japanese actor, Shogen, confirmed the festival authority on Monday.
8 January 2024, 10:11 AM

Celebs in the elections: Triumphant wins, some fall short

In a surprising turn of events during the 12th National Parliament election, a number of renowned artistes from Bangladesh's vibrant showbiz industry tried their luck in the political arena. The notable figures included veteran actor Asaduzzaman Noor, popular actor Ferdous Ahmed, actress Mahiya Mahi, and singers Momtaz Begum, and Doly Shaontoni. Out of these, Asaduzzaman Noor and Ferdous Ahmed emerged victorious, securing their places in the parliament.
8 January 2024, 09:55 AM

'Little Mermaid' actress Halle Bailey announces birth of son

Halle Bailey, known for her role in "The Little Mermaid," took to Instagram to share her joyous news of welcoming her baby boy, Halo, born in 2023.
8 January 2024, 09:49 AM

Hayao Miyazaki wins first Golden Globe for ‘The Boy and the Heron’

Renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki has secured his first Golden Globe Award for his semi-autobiographical fantasy film, "The Boy and the Heron", in the animated feature category.
8 January 2024, 09:27 AM