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TV & Film
If Hindi films are released, we will burn down theatres: Jhantu
Veteran filmmaker Delwar Jahan Jhantu has strongly opposed the release of Hindi films in Bangladesh since the start. He was also present at the press conference.
1 May 2023, 05:43 AM
The more covered they are, the better: Salman Khan on women’s attire
Recently, Palak Tiwari revealed that Salman Khan has a rule regarding women’s outfits in his films. Now, the actor has finally addressed his stance on the whole issue, stating that women’s bodies are precious and that the more covered they are, the better it is for them.
1 May 2023, 04:00 AM
‘Myself Allen Swapan’ breaks another record
‘Myself Allen Swapan’, which is a spin-off to Shihab Shaheen’s ‘Syndicate’, is turning out to be one of Chorki’s most successful ventures. It has been streamed for over 200 crore minutes in 8 days, which is the highest on this streaming platform, in this time-frame.
1 May 2023, 03:42 AM
Bringing ‘Pathaan’ to screen it, not keep in the fridge: Anonno Mamun
While many are vying to postpone "Pathaan" release in Bangladesh, director Anonno Mamun, who is responsible for the import of “Pathaan”, announced that the film will be released on May 5.
30 April 2023, 15:38 PM
‘Ora 7 Jon’ wins Best Screenplay at 13th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival
"Ora 7 Jon" highlights the escapades of a squad of seven freedom fighters, named 'Nishachar Bahini.' Set on the grim backdrop of the battlefield during the Liberation War, the squad carries out a two-day-long sensitive mission. However, tension arises when the mission extends to seven days.
30 April 2023, 14:16 PM
‘Citadel’ becomes top web series, beating ‘Succession’
The Priyanka Chopra starrer spy-thriller series “Citadel” recently became the top web series according to the VOD-tracking website, FlixPatrol.
30 April 2023, 13:38 PM
I felt scared after seeing the ‘Shurongo’: Tama Mirza
Tama started shooting “Shurongo” in remote areas of Sylhet. After that, she shot the last lot in Chittagong, amidst extreme heat with the whole unit.
30 April 2023, 13:24 PM
Andy Samberg joins ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’
According to Total Film, Samberg made the announcement on his social media, but his role still remains a mystery.
30 April 2023, 13:03 PM
‘The Hunger Games’ and the danger of desensitisation to violence
In making the Hunger Games unglamorous, Suzanne Collins challenges the audience to reflect on how they view violence in entertainment
30 April 2023, 12:55 PM
‘Pathaan’ to be sent to censor, release on May 5
Action Cut Entertainment is importing Pathan to Bangladesh. On behalf of the organisation, Anonno Mamun told The Daily Star, “We will submit the film to the censor board tomorrow. If we get the clearance, it will be released next Friday.”
30 April 2023, 12:35 PM
Sonam Kapoor to recite poem at King Charles’ coronation concert
Sonam Kapoor will be the only Indian celebrity in attendance and participation at the event.
30 April 2023, 11:19 AM
Tarin, Ishita, two ‘Notun Kuri’ champions, reunite
Planned, written, directed and hosted by Anjam Masud, the programme will be aired on May 1, (tomorrow), at 10: 30 pm on ATN Bangla.
30 April 2023, 11:11 AM
Stars who financially compensated for their box office flops
This is not the first time Bollywood stars have personally compensated for their films that flopped at the box office. Let's have a look at some of the actors who paid for films which flopped.
30 April 2023, 10:49 AM
For me, ‘Rarang’ is another name for love: Chanchal
“Rarang”, the popular stage play by Aranyak Natyadal, will be staged again tomorrow—on the occasion of May Day—at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
30 April 2023, 10:06 AM
Bangladesh's Ador Rahman invited to Golden Globes panel
Ador Rahman is a well known figure in the Bangladeshi entertainment industry. Starting her journey as a journalist, she would go on to become the Sub-Editor and Deputy In-Charge of the Entertainment and Cultural Section at Prothom Alo.
30 April 2023, 08:22 AM
Shakib Khan's film dominates on second week
Even on the second week of it's release, the film has gone houseful in two more halls, topping the country-wide chart.
30 April 2023, 05:51 AM
Salman Khan refuses to take credit for 'Pathaan' success
Recently, Salman Khan interrupted a journalist after he tried to give credit to the "Dabangg" star for making Shah Rukh's film "Pathaan" blockbuster hit in theaters.
30 April 2023, 05:11 AM
Dighi mesmerised by Shakib Khan in 'Leader Amie Bangladesh'
Prarthana Fardin Dighi was eager to watch Shakib Khan on the silver screen with "Leader Amie Bangladesh."
30 April 2023, 05:01 AM
Director CB Zaman hospitalised
Noted film director CB Zaman has been admitted to the hospital due to a severe heart attack. The director was admitted to the CCU department of a private hospital at around 3 pm, yesterday.
30 April 2023, 04:44 AM
Ferdous reminiscences about 'Hothat Brishti' with Nachiketa
Recently, Ferdous visited the legendary singer Nachiketa Chakraborty at his house, and both of them reminisced about their first work together which was "Hothat Brishti". The film will be completing its 25 years this Eid, and a book will be written on its immense popularity in both Bangladesh and Kolkata.
30 April 2023, 04:33 AM