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Is ‘Karagar’ another landmark for OTT?
After the immense success of “Taqdeer”, the director took about two years to come up with another thriller/mystery.
23 August 2022, 05:45 AM
Laksham to LA: A Bangladeshi’s journey to Hollywood
Kamrul Hasan Jisan, born and brought up in Bangladesh, has made great strides towards achieving his dream of becoming a motion graphics designer in the US. The senior motion graphics designer for Wild Card Creative group opened up to The Daily Star for a heartfelt chat about his journey, from Laksham to Los Angeles.
23 August 2022, 04:00 AM
This is a conspiracy against me: Ananta Jalil
In response to "Din-The Day" director Morteza Atashzamzam's claim that the film is actually made on the budget of BDT 4 crore, Ananta Jalil remarked that this is a conspiracy against him.
Recently, Morteza took to social media, accusing Ananta Jalil of breaching the terms of agreement for the movie. In an Instagram post today, he also accused Ananta of not paying him in full.
22 August 2022, 16:59 PM
‘Din – The Day’ budget was BDT 4 crore, not 100: Director
Ananta Jalil starrer “Din - The Day” was released last Eid. The film is co-produced by Iranian filmmaker Morteza Atashzamzam. Recently, Morteza took to social media, accusing Ananta Jalil of breaching the terms of agreement for the movie. Now, the filmmaker has come forth, with a post on his Instagram account, to ‘expose’ the budget of “Din – The Day”, as he had promised during his initial accusation of Ananta.
22 August 2022, 14:54 PM
Kangana threatens to sue Filmfare Awards
Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut has been a controversial figure in the industry, particularly for her bold reactions to anything or anyone that is against her. Whether it be alleging that Karan Johar pushed 'nepotism in Bollywood', or making controversial statements about trending issues, it seems the actress feels compelled to constantly push herself into the limelight.
22 August 2022, 13:40 PM
Mosharraf Karim is not just a friend, he is family: Chanchal Chowdhury
For more than a decade, noted actor Mosharraf Karim has ruled people’s hearts with his captivating performances, and has become a household name in the showbiz industry. He is equally popular in both rural and urban places. Marking his birthday today, his friend and co artiste Chanchal Chowdhury has shared his memories with him, in a candid interview with The Daily Star.
22 August 2022, 13:24 PM
Virginia Patton, the actress of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’, no more
Virginia Patton Moss, the final surviving adult cast member of the iconic movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” passed away at the age of 97 on Thursday.
22 August 2022, 10:50 AM
Times of India reviews ‘Karagar’, calls it ‘the best Bengali series till date’
Syed Ahmed Shawki's second web project 'Karagar' stunned the audience, since it began streaming on Hoichoi. The series, boasts a unique storyline, star-studded cast and a professional team work by Noir Films.
22 August 2022, 09:01 AM
BTS member RM dethrones Henry Cavill as the ‘world’s most handsome man’
“BTS” leader Kim Namjoon popularly known as ‘RM’ has replaced beloved Superman “Henry Cavill” for the title of world’s most handsome man. The “Enola Homes” actor has been ranked second in the list of public polls.
22 August 2022, 08:57 AM
Discussing problematic norms of masculinity through art
“I was raised by a single mother. Dealing with the excruciating pain of losing her first child and years later her beloved husband, my mother who is a social worker, gracefully raised all three of us whilst having all the qualities that are generally associated with what it means to be a man. Does that mean my mother is masculine?” -- said Ashfika Rahman inquired during his opening remarks at the at the inauguration of the exhibition, “Let No One Mistake Us for The Fruit of Violence”.
22 August 2022, 08:55 AM
Razz returns to childhood home to watch ‘Hawa’ and ‘Poran’
Promising actor Sariful Razz captured the hearts of the audience with his character ‘Roman’, in Raihan Rafi’s tragic love triangle “Poran”. The actor is also being appreciated for his character in “Hawa”.
22 August 2022, 07:51 AM
Tasnia Farin stuns in ‘Nishwas’ teaser
After making waves with “Poran” in theatres, Raihan Rafi has again impressed the audience with the teaser of his new web film “Nishwas”, featuring Tasnia Farin and Imtiaz Barshon in the lead roles.
21 August 2022, 12:16 PM
‘No one can outgrow Razzak’s legacy’
After having a humble beginning to his career, Nayak Raj Razzak transformed his fortunes with hard work and dedication, reaching unparalleled heights in his acting career. Marking his fifth death anniversary (August 21), The Daily Star spoke to his friend and confidante, Sohel Rana.
21 August 2022, 11:23 AM
Mahiya Mahi’s ‘Live’ teaser revealed
The teaser for Mahiya Mahi’s upcoming film “Live” has been released. The actress will be seen alongside three protagonists- Symon Sadik, Ador Azad, and Khairul Basar.
21 August 2022, 10:55 AM
‘Moshari’ scores award at Oscar Qualifying film festival
Nuhash Humayun’s horror short film ‘Moshari’ bagged the Best Horror film at the Oscar-qualifying ‘Hollyshorts Film Festival’. The film was also among the top 8 films in the entire competition.
21 August 2022, 05:07 AM
Riaz, Nipun and Symon bless Pori Moni and Razz’s newborn baby
After being blessed with a baby boy on August 10, celebrity couple Pori Moni and Sariful Razz returned to their home from the hospital on August 17. In the meantime, Dhallywood actors Riaz, Nipun, and Symon Sadik visited the couple’s residence to see the newborn baby along with sweets and flowers. They also blessed the baby boy with their prayers.
20 August 2022, 12:17 PM
Sonam Kapoor blessed with baby boy
Sonam Kapoor and her husband, businessman Anand Ahuja, have been blessed with a beautiful baby boy today. The couple announced the news through an official statement on their Instagram account.
20 August 2022, 12:12 PM
Salman Khan flaunts long hair for ‘Bhaijaan’
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is shooting in Leh-Ladakh for his upcoming film “Bhaijaan”. The “Dabangg” star is seen sporting long locks of hair and dark sunglasses in the picture.
20 August 2022, 11:45 AM
Fakhrul Arefeen Khan’s ‘JK 1971’ wins Best Historic Film award at MIFF
National Film Award-winning filmmaker, Fakhrul Arefeen Khan's upcoming silver screen venture, "JK 1971", has won the Best Historic Film award at the Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF).
20 August 2022, 09:18 AM
How the stage leads to stardom
Amidst the many benefits that the rise of OTT has afforded the entertainment industry, the rise of proven theatre actors to perpetual stardom is exemplary.
Whether it be Mostafizur Noor Imran as Moloy in “Mohanagar”, Shohel Mondol as Montu in “Taqdeer”, Sharif Siraj as “Jackson Bhai” in “YouTumor” or Khairul Basar as Munna in “Networker Baire”— these stars have found their breakthrough roles, and never had to look back.
20 August 2022, 08:24 AM