The highlight of the schedule is the television premiere of “Domm”, directed by Raihan Rafi, airing on Eid night at 9:00pm. The film stars Afran Nisho and Puja Chery in lead roles.

More than 14,000 industry professionals attended the Marché du Film this year, nearly 4 per cent more than last year, underlining Cannes’ continuing status as the world’s most influential marketplace for international cinema.

A new Bangladeshi film exploring the realities of university hall culture and student politics is gearing up for release this Eid-ul-Azha. Director Akash Haque recently unveiled the trailer for “The University of Chankharpul” and announced plans to bring the film to theatres during the festive season.

Fans of classic Bangla cinema will have the opportunity to watch “Tomake Chai” on the big screen free of charge later this month.

Directed by Nurul Alam Atique, the film received the award in the Best Feature Film on Social Issues category, adding another international recognition to Bangladeshi cinema.

Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek made his debut on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet on Wednesday with Ira Sachs' competition film about living with HIV/AIDS in 1980s New York City, "The Man I ‌Love."

Veteran actress Dolly Zahur has countless dramas and films under her name. The Ekushey Padak winning actress has acted in many iconic dramas and even till now the noted actress continues to act.

Sreeja Dutta is known for her work in the film “Bhagha Jatin”, where she appeared opposite Dev in her big-screen debut. She later featured in “Tekka” and the Hoichoi web series “Nishir Daak”.

These dramas will be aired from the day before Eid until the seventh day of Eid, at 7:50 pm and 9:35 pm each night.

John Travolta says he cannot imagine directing another film unless he feels deeply passionate about the subject, following the Cannes Film Festival premiere of his directorial debut “Propeller One-Way Night Coach”.

The iconic Bangla spy character Masud Rana is finally making his way from the pages of books to the big screen.

The producers expressed hope that the programme’s blend of music, dance and comedy will make Eid celebrations even more enjoyable for viewers.

When I walked into the Salle de Conférence de Presse for the Displaced Filmmakers Fund (DFF), admittedly a bit late after a screening, one thing instantly came to mind: Rithy Panh, Annemarie Jacir, Mohammed Amer, Akuol de Mabior, and Bao Nguyen are incredibly talented directors of the highest calibre. However, I wondered whether the fund could also be used to amplify voices that would otherwise have no way of being heard. I will circle back to this point.

Korean filmmaker Na Hong-jin’s long-awaited return to cinema has made one of the strongest impressions at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, with his sci-fi thriller “Hope” leaving audiences both stunned and divided after its premiere.

The Kapoor Haveli, built in the early 20th century, is closely associated with the early history of the Kapoor family, including Prithviraj Kapoor and his descendants, who went on to shape Indian cinema.

Anirban Bhattacharya, one of the most prominent figures in contemporary Bengali theatre and cinema, has said he is eager to work in Bangladesh and has already “applied” to do so.

Upcoming Bangladeshi film “Rongbazar” has been released directly on OTT after falling victim to piracy ahead of its planned theatrical release.

Barbra Streisand will no longer attend the closing ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival after suffering a knee injury, despite being selected to receive an honorary Palme d’Or this year.

Kristen Stewart has voiced strong criticism of Hollywood’s studio system and corporate structure, describing it as increasingly restrictive for filmmakers and artistes. While promoting her new film “Full Phil” at the Cannes Film Festival, the 36-year-old actress spoke openly about her frustrations with how the American film industry finances, produces, and distributes films.

Cate Blanchett has spoken candidly about her belief that Hollywood’s #MeToo movement “was shut down very quickly,” saying that many of the issues it sought to address still persist on film sets across the United States.