‘Ispahani Mirzapore Banglabid’ returns with seventh season
28 June 2026, 11:57 AM
Entertainment
Abul Hayat lauds Khairul Basar’s portrayal of Jibanananda Das
28 June 2026, 11:30 AM
Entertainment
Dev to host new season of ‘Dadagiri’
27 June 2026, 14:22 PM
TV & Film
Mim gets emotional at ‘Lifeline’ special screening
27 June 2026, 12:40 PM
Entertainment
The response to ‘Dorodia’ has been overwhelming: Tawsif Mahbub
26 June 2026, 16:28 PM
Entertainment
Daisy Edgar-Jones to lead new adaptation of ‘Sense and Sensibility’
26 June 2026, 12:40 PM
TV & Film
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s ‘Hawa’ and ‘Roid’ screen together at Star Cineplex
26 June 2026, 12:35 PM
TV & Film
Film Artistes’ Association election set for July 3
26 June 2026, 12:21 PM
Entertainment
SRK celebrates 34 years in Bollywood in Mangalore
26 June 2026, 11:19 AM
TV & Film
Does Bangladesh really have a box office?
26 June 2026, 10:00 AM
TV & Film
Taylor Swift not searchable on X amid graphic AI photo scandal
Presently, X users encounter an error notice when attempting to search for her name.
28 January 2024, 04:34 AM
‘Kanguva’: Bobby Deol's first look as Udhiran revealed on his birthday
On the occasion of his 55th birthday, actor Bobby Deol's first look as Udhiran in the upcoming Tamil period action drama film "Kanguva" was revealed by the film's team. Shared by Studio Green on X (formerly Twitter), the poster depicts Bobby Deol wearing antlers on his long hair, with distinctive eye colour and a ribcage over his vest.
27 January 2024, 15:20 PM
Honourees of Padma Awards 2024
Amongst Padma Shri winners are 47 awardees in the field of arts from 110 total nominees. They are Rezwana Choudhury Bannya (Rabindra Sangeet exponent, Bangladesh), Ratan Kahar (folk singer, lyricist), Ashok Kumar Biswas (artist), Balakrishnan Sadanam Puthiya Veetil (dance exponent), and Pandit Om Prakash Sharma (theatre artiste), amongst 42 others from arts category.
27 January 2024, 12:43 PM
Deconstructing romance in ‘Before Sunrise's’ revolutionary take on love
In cinema, Love is often depicted as a grand, sweeping force that transforms lives and provides the pinnacle of human experience. However, Richard Linklater's “Before” trilogy, particularly the first installment, “Before Sunrise”, challenges these conventional notions of romance and love. Released over a quarter of a century ago, the film takes a unique approach in steering away from cinematic tropes and embracing a more authentic portrayal of love.
27 January 2024, 12:43 PM
I didn’t worship Mrinal Sen in ‘Chalchitra Ekhon’: Anjan Dutt
Anjan Dutt, the assistant of the renowned filmmaker Mrinal Sen, aspired to one day portray the esteemed director on screen. Mrinal also gave his consent. Dutt insisted on showcasing Mrinal's perspective from a close vantage point. However, the two failed to collaborate in the manner that they wanted. Dutt later expressed regret over this missed opportunity.
27 January 2024, 11:03 AM
Paul Mescal lands William Shakespeare’s role in Chloé Zhao's ‘Hamnet’
In a major casting announcement, Paul Mescal has been confirmed to portray the legendary playwright William Shakespeare in Chloé Zhao's upcoming film, "Hamnet", based on Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel of the same name.
27 January 2024, 11:01 AM
Afsana Mimi, Tanvir Hossain's ‘Lal Batir Nil Porira’ wins West Meet East Screenplay Lab
Afsana Mimi and Tanvir Hossain's joint venture, "Lal Batir Nil Porira", clinched the top spot at the West Meet East Screenplay Lab, which is part of this year’s Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF).
27 January 2024, 10:38 AM
Dev Patel makes directorial debut with 'Monkey Man'
Dev Patel, the Oscar-nominated actor, ventures into his directorial debut with the action-packed revenge narrative titled "Monkey Man". Universal Pictures is set to theatrically release the film on April 5. Jordan Peele produced the movie under his Monkeypaw Productions banner, with the film unveiling its first trailer on Friday morning.
27 January 2024, 07:00 AM
Fazlur Rahman Babu on acquiring new ventures
Although he began his acting career on the theatre stage, Fazlur Rahman Babu gradually became a regular face in TV dramas before making a name for himself in cinema.
27 January 2024, 05:00 AM
DIFF Day 8: ‘Adrishya Jalakangal’ 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.
27 January 2024, 04:43 AM
Duronto TV unveils exciting lineup for season 26
The channel is introducing five new cartoon series dubbed in Bangla, adding to its already impressive lineup. Notably, “Sisimpur” season 16 is making a return, bringing joy to its dedicated fan base.
27 January 2024, 04:00 AM
The marvel that is Mithila
Truly a ‘jack of all trades’, Rafiath Rashid Mithila is a generational talent. Very active now in Tollywood, Kolkata’s film industry, she reached new heights with last year’s “Myself Allen Swapan”. The actor, development worker, singer, writer and PhD student drops by The Daily Star for a candid shoot and a chat.
26 January 2024, 18:05 PM
An evening of untold stories and reflections with Sharmila Tagore
Tripods, cameras, and an empty sofa awaited in anticipation at the Samson H Lounge at Dhaka Club for the arrival of an icon who has time and again broken conventional norms, working in iconic movies to leave an everlasting imprint in audiences' hearts. The room, once bustling with activity, hushed into silence as the legendary actress made her entrance.
26 January 2024, 14:58 PM
Vicky Zahed's ‘Tikit’ to release in February
Based on Mohammad Nazim Uddin's story, the series contains a stellar cast including Siam Ahmed, Safa Kabir, Manoj Pramanik, Abdullah Al Sentu and A K Azad Set, amongst others.
26 January 2024, 10:32 AM
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