Marking her debut on the silver screen with Gias Uddin Selim’s “Paap Punno”, Shahnaz Sumi has continued to prove herself with projects like “Damal”, “Buker Moddhye Agun”, and “Mobaroknama”. The dancer-turned-actress dropped by The Daily Star for an exclusive photoshoot and some chit-chat.

The story, penned by Nuruddin Jahangir, explores the themes of women's empowerment and maternal independence, bringing the narrative to life with the stellar performances of Mosharraf Karim and Parno Mitra. 

The first look of the film was revealed on January 2, with its release date set for February 9. Today, the official trailer of Soukarya Ghosal’s directorial “Bhootpori” was released, marking Jaya's debut in a horror film.

Reports also hint that the production has already begun, and fans might receive the announcement of "Inshallah" very soon. 

In a recent musical collaboration, Xefer and Muza have joined forces to release their latest song, "Arale Harale", a vibrant and infectious party anthem that promises to set the dance floors ablaze in 2024. Teaming up with music producer and mixer Sanjoy, the trio has created a track that boasts an electrifying beat and also captures the essence of love in its most playful and celebratory form.

In a biographical tribute to India's 10th prime minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the film “Main Atal Hoon” unfolds a sincere narrative of the late leader's life. Pankaj Tripathi's remarkable performance in the role is the standout feature, providing depth to Atal's legacy.

At Vulture’s second Annual Stunt Awards, 2023 edition, the Bollywood films will compete with Hollywood superstars Keanu Reeves's “John Wick 4” and Tom Cruise’s “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One”, the seventh installation of the “Mission Impossible” film series.

Three Bangla films involving Indian director, Bratya Basu’s directorial, “Hubba”, Chayanika Chowdhury’s “Kagojer Bou” and Mehedi Hasan’s “Shesh Bazi” have been released to theatres all across the country today – after a stale three weeks of the new year.

Historical drama film "Oppenheimer", one of last year's highest-earning movies, led nominations for the Baftas with 13 nods on Thursday, but the omission of some favourites from Britain's top movie honours surprised fans.

“Oshomoy” marks Kajal Arefin Ome's debut in the realm of web-films, adding a new dimension to his already impressive portfolio, which includes widely acclaimed content like "Bachelor Point" and "Hotel Relax," earning him a substantial fan following. While the director is renowned for producing predominantly commercial content, “Oshomoy” serves as a testament to his ability to surpass the expectations of his critics.

The 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is set to captivate audiences with a stellar lineup of 252 films from 74 countries, including Bangladesh, kicking off on Saturday. The festival, organised by the Rainbow Film Society, will run from January 20 to 28, showcasing an array of international films at prominent venues across the capital.

Popular Indian actor Shahid Kapoor starring first web thriller “Farzi”, Varun Dhawan-Janhvi Kapoor starrer “Bawal” and Priyanka Chopra featuring series “Citadel” secured the top ranks in the list of the most-watched Indian and international shows in India 2023.

Mondera Chakroborty the leading lady in the film "Kajol Rekha", directed by Gias Uddin Selim, has commenced shooting for a new movie in this new year. Titled "Neelchakra", the actress is paired opposite Arifin Shuvoo in this upcoming Mithu Khan directorial film.

Dhallywood actor Zayed Khan is poised to make a triumphant return to the silver screen after a hiatus of six years. The eagerly anticipated film, titled "Sonar Chor", directed by Zahid Hossain, has received the green light from the censor board, marking a comeback for the actor.

Throughout television history, there are certain performances that persist as amongst the greatest, even without the accolade of an Emmy. These actors not only captivated audiences, but also earned praise from critics, adding a layer of bewilderment to the persistent oversight by the Emmys.

Bangladeshi actor and filmmaker Rahsaan Noor is all set to work with the eminent Indian actress Nutan's granddaughter, Pranutan Bahl, for an upcoming romantic comedy film titled "Coco and Nut." The film will be crafted in both English and Hindi languages, reports deadline.

The friendship between Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Afran Nisho, two well-known actors in the realm of television, is a tale familiar to many. On numerous occasions, they have been witnessed sharing laughter, joy, and even singing together, occasionally with guitars in hand. Regrettably, their camaraderie has not remained the same in recent months, and they haven't been seen together for an extended period. The reason behind this change was discovered when Apurba shed light on the situation. In a recent conversation with The Daily Prothom Alo, Apurba explained the reason for their silence using the phrase “jate matal tale thik.”

Renowned Bangladeshi actor Mosharraf Karim's much-anticipated film, “Hubba” directed by Bratya Basu, has obtained uncensored clearance in Bangladesh, paving the way for its simultaneous release in both Kolkata and Bangladesh on January 19.

Indian tennis star Sania Mirza recently posted a cryptic quote on her Instagram stories, with an excerpt that reads, "Divorce is hard." This has fueled speculations and rumours about her bitter relationship with Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik.

On her tenth death anniversary today, we remember Suchitra Sen, Bengal’s first female superstar, and a feminist in spirit, who took charge of her own fate and challenged the common norms that surround or define femininity.