“I’m acting in a TV drama after a very long time — almost years! I’ve been active on stage, but not in front of the camera. The story of this drama is really beautiful, and working with Chayanika Didi is always special. I truly enjoyed it, and I believe viewers will love it too.”

After releasing “Bugonia”, his latest film starring Emma Stone, filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos says he’s finally ready for a break.

It is worth mentioning that the Fazlul Haque Memorial Award has been presented for the past 22 years in memory of the late Fazlul Haque, the founding editor of the country’s first film magazine, Cinema and the maker of Bangladesh’s first children’s film, “Son of Pakistan”.

Chanchal said, “It’s not confirmed yet, but discussions are ongoing. There’s a possibility. Hopefully, we’ll work together.”

This year holds double significance as it marks 75 years of film journalism in Bangladesh, a journey that began with Haque’s visionary initiative.

Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has publicly opposed calls to boycott Israeli film institutions, stating that such actions would breach the company’s internal anti-discrimination policies.

June Lockhart, the beloved American actress whose warmth and poise defined classic television hits like “Lost in Space” and “Lassie”, has died of natural causes at her home in Santa Monica, California. She was 100.

Popular Dhallywood actress Purnima has finally responded to the recent wave of speculation surrounding her marriage. The rumours began after one of her Facebook posts sparked assumptions that there might be trouble between her and her husband, Ashfaqur Rahman Robin.

The veteran actor has worked in “Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai” (2000), “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003), “Fanaa” (2006), and “Om Shanti Om” (2007)

Bangladeshi actress Pori Moni marked her birthday on October 24 in Malaysia, far from the glamorous celebration that once defined her special day in Dhaka’s showbiz circle.

Every week, new titles are added to various OTT platforms. Here’s a roundup of the latest releases and upcoming content across web series, films, documentaries, and reality shows now streaming this week.

Duronto TV has officially kicked off its 33rd season, bringing a vibrant mix of colours, stories, and fun to young audiences. This season introduces four brand-new animated series and one competitive in-house show, promising to entertain while nurturing knowledge, imagination, and creativity among children. The new season airs from October 26. Let’s take a look at what they have to offer!

Actor Azmeri Haque Badhan reflected on her life and career at an event in Rajshahi University, calling her decision to join the July student movement “one of the most important and best decisions” of her life. Speaking at a discussion titled “Acting, the Actor, and My Life”, organised by the film magazine Magic Lantern Kothamala 13, Badhan opened up about her struggles, personal transformation, and her evolution from a beauty pageant winner to one of the most acclaimed actors in Bangladesh.

The much-anticipated two-hour series finale of “Stranger Things”, titled “The Rightside Up”, will make history as it premieres both on Netflix and in more than 350 theaters across North America on December 31, starting at 5pm PT / 8pm ET, with screenings continuing through January 1, 2026.

With both a Bangladeshi film and an international anime hitting screens, audiences have plenty of choices this weekend.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Gates will appear virtually in the hit family drama “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2”, using the platform to discuss maternal and newborn health issues.

Cinema has always been a mirror, but particularly in the last decade, it has started holding that mirror at a rather flattering angle. The reflection now has a bit more nationalism, a bit less nuance, and sometimes, an entire political manifesto playing in the background. The trailer for "The Taj Story", which asks whether the Taj Mahal might once have been a temple, does not merely invite curiosity; it stages curiosity as corrective history. It is the newest actor in a growing ensemble of movies that treat doubt like doctrine and cinema like a courthouse. And while we once saw filmmakers wrestle with moral ambiguity; in present times, the only ambiguity lies in whether you are watching entertainment or an election campaign.

The programme — widely regarded as one of the country’s principal platforms for young performers — concluded its final screening on Tuesday.

In the 1990s, Mahfuz Ahmed emerged as one of the most recognisable faces on Bangladeshi television. His breakthrough role in the landmark drama “Kothao Keu Nei” made him a household name and set the course for a career that would span decades, earn him multiple National Film Awards, and secure his reputation as one of the country’s most enduring screen icons.

The English-language film “Dot” was released in theatres across Bangladesh on September 5. Now, the film is set to reach audiences in the United States.