‘Ispahani Mirzapore Banglabid’ returns with seventh season
Arts & Entertainment Desk
28 June 2026, 11:57 AM Entertainment
Abul Hayat lauds Khairul Basar’s portrayal of Jibanananda Das
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28 June 2026, 11:30 AM Entertainment
Dev to host new season of ‘Dadagiri’
Arts & Entertainment Desk
27 June 2026, 14:22 PM TV & Film
Mim gets emotional at ‘Lifeline’ special screening
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27 June 2026, 12:40 PM Entertainment
Daisy Edgar-Jones to lead new adaptation of ‘Sense and Sensibility’
Arts & Entertainment Desk
26 June 2026, 12:40 PM TV & Film
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s ‘Hawa’ and ‘Roid’ screen together at Star Cineplex
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26 June 2026, 12:35 PM TV & Film
Film Artistes’ Association election set for July 3
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26 June 2026, 12:21 PM Entertainment
SRK celebrates 34 years in Bollywood in Mangalore
Arts & Entertainment Desk
26 June 2026, 11:19 AM TV & Film

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

Mamata Shankar and Swastika Mukherjee to grace ‘Bijoyar Pore’ screening at DIFF

The ongoing 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is abuzz with the latest screening – "Bijoyar Pore (Autumn Flies)", directed by Abhijit Sri Das. The film, released on January 12, has earned its spot in the Cinema of the World section of the festival, attracting attention and anticipation from cinema enthusiasts.
24 January 2024, 06:15 AM

Harmony of cinematic dissent in postmodern films

The onset of postmodern cinema in the grand scheme of Hollywood filmmaking began in the 1980s, reflecting and influencing the historical fusion of media culture, technology, and consumerism. Postmodern cinema is distinguished by disjointed narratives, a dark view of the human condition, images of chaos alongside random violence, the death of the hero, an emphasis on technique over content, and dystopian views of the future. The genre departs from the modernist cultural tradition established on the Enlightenment, industrial society norms, and faith in historical progress.
24 January 2024, 06:05 AM

Presenter and actress Mousumi Mou ties the knot

Actress Mousumi Mou, who is also a presenter, has tied the knot with Arif Haque. The marriage was conducted through family arrangements with the consent of both families. Mou personally confirmed the news of the wedding, mentioning that Arif expressed his liking for her.
24 January 2024, 05:14 AM

Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone's 'Fighter' banned in Gulf countries

There’s bad news for Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's Gulf-based fans eagerly awaiting the release of the film “Fighter”.
24 January 2024, 05:09 AM

Nazrin Choudhury of Bangladeshi origin bags Oscar nomination

Yesterday, the 96th Academy Awards unveiled nominations, recognizing Nazrin Choudhury, a British American screenwriter, director, and actress of Bangladeshi origin.
24 January 2024, 04:41 AM

DIFF Day 5: ‘Sabittri’ 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.
24 January 2024, 04:25 AM