‘Disclosure Day’ to release in Bangladesh alongside global premiere
Arts & Entertainment Desk
11 June 2026, 13:33 PM TV & Film
Glenn Close and Ridley Scott to receive Honorary Oscars
Arts & Entertainment Desk
11 June 2026, 11:25 AM Entertainment
Bidya Sinha Mim’s ‘lifeline’ to premiere on Chorki this June
Arts & Entertainment Desk
11 June 2026, 11:40 AM TV & Film
‘The University of Chankharpul’ to hit theatres this Friday
Arts & Entertainment Desk
11 June 2026, 11:11 AM TV & Film
Adnan Al Rajeev’s ‘Ali’ wins award at SXSW London
Arts & Entertainment Desk
11 June 2026, 11:00 AM TV & Film
Jason Momoa exits Justin Lin’s ‘Helldivers’ adaptation
Arts & Entertainment Desk
10 June 2026, 15:39 PM TV & Film
‘Roid’ to release in 50 cities across US and Canada
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10 June 2026, 13:33 PM TV & Film

Mohammad Bakri, voice of Palestinian cinema, dies at 72

Bakri was best known for his 2002 documentary “Jenin, Jenin”, which recorded testimonies from residents of the Jenin refugee camp following an Israeli military operation that killed 52 Palestinians. The film ignited fierce controversy in Israel while cementing Bakri’s status as one of the most uncompromising voices in Palestinian cinema.
26 December 2025, 06:12 AM

‘Bridgerton’ season 4 trailer teases Benedict and Sophie’s romance

The trailer for “Bridgerton” season 4 has been released, offering viewers their first extended look at the upcoming chapter of the Regency era romance series. The new season will centre on the love story of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek, signalling a shift in focus from previous instalments.
26 December 2025, 05:57 AM

DiCaprio regrets not observing Martin Scorsese more closely behind the camera

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has said that if he had one regret from his long-running collaboration with filmmaker Martin Scorsese, it would be not spending more time observing how the veteran director works behind the camera.
26 December 2025, 05:50 AM

I hope you can take criticism as an expression of love: Khairul Basar

BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman returned to the country yesterday, prompting reactions across political and cultural circles. Marking his homecoming, small-screen actor Khairul Basar welcomed him with a Facebook post, expressing hope that peace would return to the country through this development.
26 December 2025, 05:09 AM

‘Anaconda’ and ‘SpongeBob’ films to release in Dhaka on the same day

Two Hollywood releases from very different genres are set to arrive in Dhaka cinemas on the same day this Christmas. The new instalment of the “Anaconda” franchise and the animated feature “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants” will both be released in the capital on December 25.
25 December 2025, 06:06 AM

The mismatch between Christmas films and lived emotional reality

“The toughest part is that we both know; what happened to you, why are you out on your own. Merry Christmas, please don’t call.” — Bleachers
25 December 2025, 06:04 AM

‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ teaser confirms Cillian Murphy’s return

The first teaser for “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” has been released, confirming the return of Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby in the upcoming feature film continuation of the hit British series “Peaky Blinders”.
25 December 2025, 06:00 AM

Christmas as we have seen it

In Bangladesh, however, Christmas occupies a different cultural register. It arrives through Netflix thumbnails, holiday episodes that resurface every December, mall décor inspired by Hollywood aesthetics, and Instagram captions borrowing emotions from films we have watched far more times than we admit.
25 December 2025, 04:55 AM

BTV marks 61st anniversary with day-long programmes

State-run broadcaster Bangladesh Television (BTV) is celebrating its 61st anniversary today, December 25, with a day-long line-up of special programmes on its screen.
25 December 2025, 04:38 AM

Apu Biswas set for a ‘Durbar’ comeback

Apu Biswas opened up about her comeback, the film, and her renewed journey in Dhakai cinema.
24 December 2025, 16:45 PM

Chris Evans returns as Steve Rogers in new Avengers film

Marvel Studios has confirmed the return of Chris Evans as Steve Rogers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the release of the first teaser for Avengers: Doomsday, ending days of speculation sparked by leaked footage.
24 December 2025, 05:14 AM

Duronto TV lines up special programmes for Christmas

Duronto TV has announced a full day of special programming to mark Christmas, featuring dramas, cooking shows and dance performances aimed at young viewers and families.
24 December 2025, 05:12 AM

‘Utshob’ clocks rare 200-day theatrical run

A Bangladeshi film has achieved a rare milestone by running continuously in theatres for 200 days, even after being released on OTT platforms four months ago. The film is Tanim Noor’s Eid release “Utshob”, which continues to attract audiences to cinemas.
24 December 2025, 04:46 AM

Ahmed Sharif may join Film Artistes’ Association election

Veteran Dhallywood actor Ahmed Sharif is reportedly considering contesting the upcoming election of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association.
24 December 2025, 04:42 AM

‘Call of Duty’ video game co-creator Vince Zampella passes away

Vince Zampella, co-creator of the “Call of Duty” video game franchise, died on Sunday after a car accident in California, according to US media reports. He was 55.
23 December 2025, 09:19 AM

Christopher Nolan unveils first look at ‘The Odyssey’

The first trailer for “The Odyssey”, the latest film by Christopher Nolan, has been released, marking the director’s return to cinemas following his Oscar-winning success with “Oppenheimer”.
23 December 2025, 08:06 AM

‘Ekhane Rajnoitik Alap Joruri’ to release ahead of election

The film “Ekhane Rajnoitik Alap Joruri” is set to hit theatres on January 16, ahead of the national parliamentary election scheduled for February 12.
23 December 2025, 08:05 AM

Let the images of this shameful incident remain on my phone: Gias Uddin Selim

Filmmaker Gias Uddin Selim, director of “Monpura”, on Monday afternoon visited the Prothom Alo office in Karwan Bazar, which was gutted in an attack involving vandalism and arson on Thursday night.
23 December 2025, 04:34 AM

Assaults on culture and press must not go unpunished, say artists

A collective of filmmakers and artists in Dhaka has demanded swift justice
22 December 2025, 05:53 AM

‘Ityadi’ travels to Chuadanga for its new episode

The popular magazine show “Ityadi” has filmed its latest episode in Chuadanga, continuing its long-standing tradition of taking the programme beyond studio walls and into different regions of the country.
22 December 2025, 04:55 AM