Tom Cruise praises Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ after IMAX screening
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17 July 2026, 14:07 PM TV & Film
Actors voice concern over shrinking opportunities in TV industry
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17 July 2026, 12:15 PM Entertainment
Aamir Khan denies ‘3 Idiots’ was based on Sonam Wangchuk
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17 July 2026, 12:02 PM Entertainment
‘Mastul’ opens in five cinemas across Bangladesh today
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17 July 2026, 11:11 AM Entertainment
Shakib Khan-starrer ‘Rockstar’ to premiere on Chorki
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16 July 2026, 17:48 PM TV & Film
Chanchal Chowdhury to star in ‘Chaalchitro’ prequel
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16 July 2026, 15:24 PM Entertainment
Tom Cruise to join FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony
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16 July 2026, 11:10 AM TV & Film
Religion never played a role in my relationships: Aamir Khan
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15 July 2026, 19:13 PM TV & Film

Depp's attorneys urge Virginia judge to keep trial verdict intact

Lawyers for Johnny Depp are urging a Virginia judge to leave his $10 million defamation judgment intact after attorneys for his ex-wife, Amber Heard, asked the judge to set aside the verdict on multiple grounds, including an apparent case of mistaken identity with one of the jurors.
12 July 2022, 14:22 PM

‘Squid Game’ vying for Emmy nominations

“Succession” and “Ted Lasso” are in the hunt for Emmy nominations that could add to their previous trophy hauls, but they’re up against hungry newcomers. When the bids are announced Tuesday, the social satire “Succession,” a 2020 top-drama winner, may face a showdown with “Squid Game.” The South Korean hit about a brutal survival contest is vying to become the first non-English language Emmy nominee.
12 July 2022, 14:19 PM

Award-winning Iranian film director Jafar Panahi arrested amid crackdown

Iran has arrested internationally renowned filmmaker Jafar Panahi amid crackdown on the country’s celebrated cinema industry.
12 July 2022, 13:37 PM

Overwhelmed by the ‘houseful’ response to Poran: Mim

Bidya Sinha Mim is on cloud nine with fantastic response to her latest film “Poran”. The Raihan Rafi directorial film was only released in 11 halls, but it has already become housefull in many places across the country.
12 July 2022, 12:12 PM

Chorki completes one year

July 12, 2021 -- this was the date when Chorki, the video streaming platform, was launched. This was during a time when the coronavirus pandemic had trapped most of the country in their homes. Today, the company completed one year of operations. After overcoming a multitude of barriers, Chorki has now become a familiar name for Bengali-speaking audiences.
12 July 2022, 11:45 AM

Celebrating Eid with family: Shariful Razz

Sariful Islam Razz has earned a place for himself as one of the rising actors on the silver screen, ever since his debut in “Ice-cream”. Raihan Rafi directorial “Poran”, featuring Razz, Bidya Sinha Mim, and Yash Rohan will hit the theatres this Eid-ul-Adha. Razz has awestruck with his villainous look in the film.
12 July 2022, 10:00 AM

Monty Norman, composer of James Bond theme, dies

Monty Norman, a British composer who wrote the theme tune for the James Bond films, has died. He was 94. A statement posted Monday on Norman’s official website said: “It is with sadness we share the news that Monty Norman died on 11th July 2022 after a short illness.”
12 July 2022, 09:35 AM

Eid-ul-Adha 2022: Divas of silver screen prefer ethnic wear

As the scorching heat surfaces all over the Eid festivities, celebrities opted for more somber and pastel colours to make their Eid look super comfortable and summer-friendly. The popular faces of TV, music, and movies posted beautiful pictures with their family and friends to make this Eid-ul-Adha oh so special.
12 July 2022, 08:43 AM

‘No one in the film industry is my enemy’: Ananta Jalil

Ananta Jalil’s “Din: The Day” has been in the news for its massive BDT 100 crore budget and its full-blown promotions. The movie was released on the day of Eid-Ul-Adha. Yesterday, after almost eight years, Ananta and Barsha—the celebrity couple and co-stars of “Din: The Day”—visited Star Cineplex to watch the movie along with their fans. 
12 July 2022, 06:06 AM

I am deeply missing my father this Eid: Apurba

Noted TV actor Ziaul Faruq Abruba has been spending a busy time shooting for his Eid productions. We caught up with Apurba to know about his plans today.
12 July 2022, 05:05 AM

Eid Day 3: All there is on television

Eid is the most crucial time of the year for the entertainment industry, as the majority of the big-budget contents are produced during this time. Films, Television and YouTube channels have been traditionally following this trend for many years. OTT platforms have also joined the race. The industry has poured its best effort into creating the most entertaining ventures. Here is the list to look forward to, on the third day of Eid-ul-Adha.
12 July 2022, 03:40 AM

Tareen, Shaju Khadem to star in "Super Bhabi"

Tareen Jahan will be seen playing a character of "super bhabi’ this Eid in a web series of the same name.
11 July 2022, 14:31 PM

Marvel announces LGBTQ+ Spiderman

Marvel Comics is introducing a brand-new LGBTQ+ Spider-Man. The character is a variant of its “Edge Of The Spider-Verse” comic series.
11 July 2022, 09:58 AM

Amber Heard's attorneys claim juror served improperly, seek mistrial

One of the jurors in the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation trial served improperly, an attorney for Heard alleged in a recent filing that asked the court to declare a mistrial and order a new trial.
11 July 2022, 09:17 AM

"I will miss my parents this Eid" : Nirab

Eid is a joyous occasion unlike any other. Twice a year (usually) people finally get a short vacation where their families can be their main focus. Many travel hundreds of miles to return to their village, others get the opportunity to just stay at home and cherish the special moments with their families.  Just like all of us, the stars and celebrities of the Bangladeshi entertainment industry also get to take some time off during this holy occasion. They get to take off their artistes’ caps and finally relax with their loved ones, while possibly enjoying performances and projects from their industry peers. This Eid-ul-Adha, The Daily Star caught up with Nirab Hossain to find out the actor's plans for Eid.
11 July 2022, 09:00 AM

"Will work in Hollywood if I don't have intimate scenes with actress"

“Din-The Day” released yesterday, to much fanfare. In.  The two leading stars in the film, Ananta Jalil and Barsha, are busy marketing the film.
11 July 2022, 06:09 AM

“Childhood Eids were the best” : Nobel

Eid is a joyous occasion unlike any other. Twice a year (usually) people finally get a short vacation where their families can be their main focus. Many travel hundreds of miles to return to their village, others get the opportunity to just stay at home and cherish the special moments with their families.  Just like all of us, the stars and celebrities of the Bangladeshi entertainment industry also get to take some time off during this holy occasion. They get to take off their artistes’ caps and finally relax with their loved ones, while possibly enjoying performances and projects from their industry peers. This Eid-ul-Adha, The Daily Star caught up with Nobel to see how the star would be spending his Eid.
11 July 2022, 05:00 AM

'Poran', 'Psycho' or 'Din-The Day': which film is winning over the audience?

Marking Eid-ul-Adha, 3 films released across the count.  Iranian director Murtaza Atashzamzam project “Din-The Day” released in 107 halls.
10 July 2022, 13:40 PM

We will have many children: Ranbir Kapoor

Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt got married in April, after a long courtship of five years.  There is no end to the discussion about their  marriage and family life.  In the meantime, the couple gave good news – the couple will have a son to light up their lives.  
10 July 2022, 09:09 AM

“Smiling faces of children the best part of Eid”: Sadia Islam Mou

Eid is a joyous occasion unlike any other. Twice a year (usually) people finally get a short vacation where their families can be their main focus. Many travel hundreds of miles to return to their village, others get the opportunity to just stay at home and cherish the special moments with their families.  Just like all of us, the stars and celebrities of the Bangladeshi entertainment industry also get to take some time off during this holy occasion. They get to take off their artistes’ caps and finally relax with their loved ones, while possibly enjoying performances and projects from their industry peers. This Eid-ul-Adha, The Daily Star caught up with Sadia Islam Mou to find out what the actress will be doing this Eid.
10 July 2022, 09:00 AM