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Veteran actor Biplab Dasgupta dies at 75
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Actor Tariquzzaman Tapan passes away at 60
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‘Daagi’ triumphs as Nisho, Tama take home awards
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Mehazabien-starrer ‘Saba’ secures double win at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
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Jaya Ahsan wins Best Actress award for ‘Jimmi’
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24 April 2026, 19:32 PM TV & Film
Shawki’s ‘Gulmohor’ wins big at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
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Petition against Paramount–Warner Bros deal crosses 4,000 signatures
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24 April 2026, 12:08 PM Entertainment

Arifin Shuvoo’s patriotic post on Victory Day

Arifin Shuvoo, who portrayed Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the "Mujib" biopic, is frequent when it comes to expressing his deep affection for the country.
16 December 2023, 05:12 AM

Actor Matthew Perry died from 'acute effects of ketamine'

Matthew Perry died from the acute effects of the anesthetic ketamine, according to the results of an autopsy on the 54-year-old “Friends” actor released Friday.
16 December 2023, 04:05 AM

SRK’s 'Dunki' to have global premiere with 750 screenings

In the midst of a year filled with Shah Rukh Khan's cinematic brilliance, the Bollywood Baadshah is set to captivate audiences for the third time in a row this year with “Dunki”, directed by the acclaimed director Rajkumar Hirani.
15 December 2023, 15:00 PM

Actor Sohel Rana recalls heroic days of Liberation War

Sohel Rana, the celebrated actor of the golden era and a valiant freedom fighter, recently shared his vivid memories of the 1971 Liberation War, highlighting the fear, bravery, and overwhelming joy of victory. In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Rana reflected on his role as a student leader, his involvement in politics influenced by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, and his experiences on the battlefield.
15 December 2023, 12:55 PM

Raveena Tandon returning to OTT with ‘Karmma Calling’

Having made her debut in OTT with the 2021 show “Aranyak”, Tandon expressed that portraying a character like Indrani Kothari is a departure from roles she has undertaken in quite some time.
15 December 2023, 11:51 AM

Agastya Nanda set for big screen debut in Sriram Raghavan's ‘Ekkis’

Agastya Nanda, who recently debuted in the Netflix film "The Archies", is set for his big-screen debut in filmmaker Sriram Raghavan's "Ekkis". Produced by Dinesh Vijan, the movie is a biopic of the 1971 war hero Arun Khetarpal and features Dharmendra in a significant role. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Agastya is scheduled to commence shooting for "Ekkis" in January 2024.
15 December 2023, 11:35 AM

Symon Sadik-Shirin Shela starrer ‘Shesh Baji’ to hit screens in January

Dhallywood actor Symon Sadik and Miss Universe Bangladesh Winner Shirin Akter Shela starrer film "Shesh Baji" is set to make its theatrical debut on January 19, promising audiences a gripping thriller centred around the impact of gambling on human lives. 
15 December 2023, 10:45 AM

Tropa Majumdar plays freedom fighter in ‘Tahar Shondhane’

It features performances by Tropa Majumdar, Tanay Biswas, Arman Parvez Murad, Sheikh Swapna, Akram Khan, and Adrita, amongst many others.
15 December 2023, 10:36 AM

Amazon renews ‘Good Omens’ for final season

The acclaimed series "Good Omens" is set to conclude with its third and final season on Amazon Prime Video, announced the streaming platform, marking the impending end of the heavenly tale.
15 December 2023, 08:51 AM

Netflix announces ‘Squid Game’ video game, collab with ‘GTA’

Netflix is taking the “Squid Game” phenomenon beyond the screen with the introduction of an official video game. This addition to their 2024 lineup, including highly anticipated titles like “Sonic Mania Plus” and “Money Heist”, was announced by Vice President Mike Verdu of Netflix Games, on the Netflix blog. Building on the success of the 2021 hit “Squid Game”, the creators emphasised that the Squid Game universe is not merely a one-time success but an ongoing expansion. It seems their foresight was spot on.
15 December 2023, 08:33 AM

Andre Braugher succumbed to battle with lung cancer

The entertainment world mourns the loss of esteemed actor Andre Braugher, who tragically passed away earlier this week at the age of 61. His publicist, Jennifer Allen, disclosed to CNN on Thursday that Braugher had been grappling with lung cancer for several months leading up to his demise.
15 December 2023, 07:22 AM

Sofia Coppola’s insights on 'Priscilla' in an exclusive interview

Renowned filmmaker Sofia Coppola recently engaged with Hindustan Times, shedding light on her latest film “Priscilla” and the intricate process of adapting the memoir penned by Priscilla Presley.
15 December 2023, 06:34 AM

Actor Shreyas Talpade suffers heart attack

In a surprising turn of events, noted actor Shreyas Talpade, 47, experienced a sudden collapse due to a heart attack immediately upon completing his shoot in Mumbai on Thursday evening. Following the incident, he was promptly taken to Bellevue Hospital in Andheri West, where he underwent angioplasty to address the health emergency.
15 December 2023, 05:16 AM

Bringing ‘Manush’ to Bangladesh was a challenge: Sanjoy Somadder

Sanjoy Somadder's debut Indian film, “Manush”, premiered in Kolkata on November 24. Although there were plans to release the movie in Bangladesh on the same day, complications arose, leading to a temporary halt on the release. Originally slated for distribution in Bangladesh by Jazz Multimedia, the rights were eventually transferred to Anonno Mamun and his production company.
14 December 2023, 18:05 PM

Mattel to make 'American Girl' movie after 'Barbie' success

Mattel said on Wednesday it was planning to make a live-action feature film based on its "American Girl" doll line with Paramount Pictures and Temple Hill Entertainment, after the box-office success of its "Barbie" movie earlier this year.
14 December 2023, 12:49 PM

Greta Gerwig to lead Cannes 2024 Jury as president

In a groundbreaking announcement, Greta Gerwig, the visionary filmmaker behind the blockbuster hit "Barbie", has been appointed as the President of the Jury for the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Gerwig, whose recent cinematic triumph has garnered both critical acclaim and substantial box office success, is set to make history as the first American female director to lead the esteemed Cannes jury.
14 December 2023, 11:34 AM

Aparna Sen, Anjan Dutt to team up for Parambrata’s upcoming film

The plot of the film will be centered around Hemanta Mukhopadhyay’s famous song “Ei raat tomar amar”, which the legendary Bengali singer and composer sang for the 1959 film “Dweep Jwele Jai”.
14 December 2023, 10:58 AM

‘Kung Fu Panda 4’: Jack Black's Po vs Viola Davis' Chameleon faceoff

The highly-anticipated trailer for “Kung Fu Panda 4” has recently been released, marking the return of Jack Black as the beloved Po. Adding to the excitement, Academy Award-winning Viola Davis joins the cast, lending her voice to the menacing character of the shape-shifting Chameleon.
14 December 2023, 10:52 AM

Netflix lists its top Indian content

In a significant disclosure, Netflix revealed its previously undisclosed viewership data, shedding light on the most-watched Indian titles on the streaming platform. This revelation marks a departure from the streaming giant's prior reluctance to disclose such figures, aimed at safeguarding competitive advantages.
14 December 2023, 10:39 AM

The hope is to build an actors’ school: Rawnak Hasan

Rawnak Hasan, a multi-faceted performer and the elected general secretary of Actors Equity Bangladesh, boasts a substantial career in acting spanning many years in television dramas. Beyond his television engagements, he is also associated with the esteemed drama troupe Nagorik Natya Sampradaya.
14 December 2023, 09:50 AM