Shakib Khan files GD against 13 social media channels

Dhallywood ‘King’ Shakib Khan has filed a General Diary (GD) against 13 YouTube channels and Facebook pages. His social media manager, Md Moniruzzaman, has filed them on behalf of him.
21 October 2022, 09:13 AM

Mehzeb Chowdhury – pioneer in criminology, savant in films

Mehzeb Chowdhury is best known for his invention of MABMAT, a Mars Rover-like invention that aids crime scene analysis which modernised the field. However, the Bangladesh-origin prodigy is also a member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA’s) ‘The Connect’ programme for his contribution to the British film industry as a cinematographer and screenwriter.
21 October 2022, 04:05 AM

Vidyut, Arjun Rampal, Jacqueline Fernandez to star in extreme-sports film 'Crakk'

Bollywood actors Vidyut Jammwal, Arjun Rampal, and Jacqueline Fernandez are teaming up to work on the upcoming sports-action film, “Crakk”. The news was announced by the movie’s makers on Thursday.
20 October 2022, 12:42 PM

Pori Moni to get a song as a gift for her birthday

Dhallywood actress Pori Moni is well known for throwing some of the most fabulous birthday parties, mostly during her own birthday on October 24. This time, her birthday is special, because she will be cutting the cake with her beloved son, Rajya. Not only this, the stunning actress is receiving a song as a gift on her birthday from the director, Abu Raihan Jewel. He is releasing the song “Tui Ki Amay Valobasis”, voiced by singer Imran on her birthday.
20 October 2022, 12:26 PM

Alia, Siddharth and Varun celebrate 10 years in the film industry

Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt, and Varun Dhawan completed 10 years in the film industry on. A decade ago, the three entered Bollywood with Dharma Production’s movie ‘Student of the Year’, where they became instantly famous for their portrayals of quirky love-struck college students.
20 October 2022, 11:04 AM

Kangana continues her conquest of biopics, will play Noti Binodini next

Keeping in synch with her penchant for essaying lead roles in biopics, Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will soon be playing the role of Bengal theatre personality, Noti Binodini on the big screen.
20 October 2022, 09:55 AM

‘Surprised to see your aggressive comments’: Bubly lashes out  

In recent times, Shakib Khan and Shobnom Bubly are two of the most discussed stars in the film industry. After revealing their marriage and child, Shehzad Khan Bir, Bubly went on to dismiss the rumours of their separation. However, the actress posted a cryptic status on her official Facebook page today.
20 October 2022, 08:39 AM

‘The Peripheral’ is a breath of fresh air for Sci-Fi fans

Produced by the same folks who made the science-fiction smash series Westworld (2016 to present), The Peripheral is based on the 2014 novel of the same name by the ever-prescient William Gibson, whose musings on cyberspace, artificial intelligence and other technologies often predict the real thing. Starring Chloe Grace Moretz as a young woman who gets more than she bargains for after playing a hyper-realistic simulation game, the show explores the tantalising possibilities of inhabiting a body other than your own – and other juicy concepts.
20 October 2022, 08:31 AM

Nusraat Faria returns for ‘Bibaho Obhijaan 2’

Popular actress Nusraat Faria enjoys a huge fan base in Kolkata, and her movie “Bibaho Obhijaan” (2019) became a hit for its comic and quirky take on love and marriage.
20 October 2022, 06:29 AM

Phone Bhoot: Katrina Kaif aces double role avatar in ‘Kaali Teri Gutt’

While the audience, especially the music buffs are still grooving to the quirky and fun beats of the ‘Kinna Sona’ song from ‘Phone Bhoot’ featuring the World’s most beautiful ghost Katrina Kaif and two ghostbusters including Siddhant Chaturvedi and Ishaan, the makers have launched yet another peppy, dance number ‘Kaali Teri Gutt’ from the comedy of horrors.
20 October 2022, 05:57 AM

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson fought to keep the Black Adam and Shazam films separate | [site:name]

Dwayne Johnson, now 50, was 35 when he was first approached to play a DC Extended Universe (DCEU) hero.
20 October 2022, 05:16 AM

James Bond star Daniel Craig receives same medal as 007

James Bond actor Daniel Craig on Tuesday received the same honour held by his fictional character, as he is set to retire from the role.
20 October 2022, 05:10 AM

Oikko Channel i Music Awards 2022: Honouring the best in music

The Oikko-Channel i Music Awards was held yesterday, at the Sheikh Russel Cantonment, Padma Bridge.
19 October 2022, 14:40 PM

172 theatre troupes to perform in Ganga Jamuna Cultural Festival 2022

After almost one year, the Ganga Jamuna Cultural Festival will finally return to the capital. The festival will kick-off on October 21, at the premises of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).
19 October 2022, 13:32 PM

I want to see myself as a film director in the future: Shahnoor

Debuting in 1999, Dhallywood actress Shahnoor has had a long acting career, accruing 78 films to her name. She first caught the attention of the audience with her performance in Suchonda's critically acclaimed movie "Hajar Bochor Dhore", which was released in 2005. Her film “Boshonto Bikel” is currently awaiting its release on October 21. Recently, she debuted as an assistant director on the government-funded film “Ahare Jibon”, directed by Chotku Ahmed. Shahnoor currently has her hands full, juggling the roles of an actress, assistant director and organising secretary of the Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association. In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, the actress opened up about her recent ventures and career plans.
19 October 2022, 12:59 PM

Burdened by old age, Prabir Mitra still reads newspapers, watches cricket

Prabir Mitra has been spending his time these days at his own residence. Except for going out for physiotherapy, he tends to remain indoors.
19 October 2022, 12:26 PM

Bangladeshi film ‘Saatao’ nominated at International Film Festival of India

Bangladeshi film “Saatao” has been nominated at the 53rd edition of International Film Festival of India, which will take place in Goa. Directed by Khandaker Sumon, the film will premiere in the 'Cinema of the World' section between November 20-28.
19 October 2022, 11:12 AM

Warner Bros Discovery reportedly bringing Henry Cavill back for ‘Man of Steel 2’

Following the success of the ‘Snyder Cut’ version of the “Justice League”, fans have been clamouring to see Henry Cavill don the cape of Superman once more. Now, it looks likely that the actor will be reprising his role as the ‘Man of Steel’.
19 October 2022, 10:44 AM

‘Utterly gobsmacked and in total awe’: Srijit Mukherji praises Nuhash Humayun

Nuhash Humayun has quite the track record when it comes to producing horror projects, as evident by his recent success with Bangladesh’s first ever project on Hulu, “Foreigners Only”, and the numerous accolades that “Moshari” received throughout the world.
19 October 2022, 08:29 AM

‘Poran’ completes its century in theatres

Raihan Rafi’s “Poran” has created history by completing its hundred-day run at the theatres. The film is still running successfully in 11 theaters in the country, including the multiplexes. It has set an exemplary record for the Bangladeshi film industry by maintaining a century run at most of the theatres.
19 October 2022, 06:49 AM