‘Support comes from unexpected places’: Badhan reflects on Venice ordeal
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11 September 2026 Entertainment
‘One Piece’, ‘Dragon Ball’ voice actor Mike McFarland dies at 56
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11 September 2026 Entertainment
Documentary on Gaza killings gets 25 minute ovation at Venice Film Festival
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11 September 2026 TV & Film
Toronto film festival opens with 200-plus films and major stars
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10 September 2026 Entertainment
Stars take social media back to the ’80s and ’90s
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10 September 2026 Entertainment
‘Drishyam: The Conclusion’ trailer pits Ajay Devgn against Jaideep Ahlawat
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10 September 2026 TV & Film
Apurba-Niha pair reunite on screen after a break
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10 September 2026 Entertainment
Bangladeshi documentary ‘Pankauri’ selected for Delhi’s River Festival
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9 September 2026 Entertainment

‘Hotath Bristi’ book to publish on its 25th anniversary

In 1998, the release of Bangladesh- India joint venture film, "Hotath Bristi" changed the career trajectory for Dhallywood actor Ferdous. The film made him a superstar overnight, and garnered immense praise from the audience. 
1 May 2023

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

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

‘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

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

‘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

‘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

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

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

‘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

‘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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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