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“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

“Will visit Padma Bridge with family”: Shajal

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 Shajal to learn how the actor will be spending his Eid.
10 July 2022, 05:00 AM

Thor: Love and Thunder shows Marvel might have lost their Spark

Thor: Love and Thunder feels like a parody.
10 July 2022, 04:58 AM

Eid Day 1: What to watch 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.
10 July 2022, 03:30 AM

Eid day 2: what to watch 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 second day of Eid-ul-Adha.
10 July 2022, 03:18 AM

“Din-The Day” is Ananta Jalil’s chance to prove critics wrong

Made at a cost of BDT 100 crore, Ananta Jalil starrer “Din: The Day” is a long-awaited return for the actor to the industry. This kind of budget is unforeseen in Bangladesh’s film industry.
9 July 2022, 15:46 PM

“Poran” may not have a BDT 100 crore budget, but it has "heart"

This Eid-Ul-Adha, Raihan Rafi directorial “Poran” is up against the BDT 100 crore mammoth production, Ananta Jalil’s “Din: The Day”. While both films have gathered considerable hype ahead of release, the difference in budget and halls released in means that “Poran” will only have to do a fraction of the business to be deemed “successful”.
9 July 2022, 14:24 PM

“Spending Eid in the USA, delighted by their hospitality” : Shakib Khan

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 Shakib Khan to find out how the actor will be spending his Eid.
9 July 2022, 09:00 AM

“Will enjoy my mother’s cooking this Eid” : Jaya Ahsan

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 Jaya Ahsan to learn what the actress would be doing this Eid.
9 July 2022, 05:00 AM

Afran Nisho’s time is now

After landing only two tele-productions last Eid ul-Fitr, Afran Nisho is back in full swing this season with rom-coms, thrillers and mysteries. Alongside his much-awaited web projects “Kaiser” and “Syndicate”, the actor will also appear in the Vicky Zahed directorial tele-fiction “Bachibar Holo Tar Shaadh”, among many other single episodes, including “Chakri Noy Chakor” and “Hot Temper”. We caught up with Nisho to know more about this experience, with “Kaiser” and “Syndicate” and his other Eid special releases.
9 July 2022, 03:53 AM

I am really hurt by her passing: Abul Hayat

Abul Hayat has acted in numerous TV production and films together with actor Shamili Ahmed. The eminent actor reminisces the recently deceased colleague.
9 July 2022, 02:13 AM

Afran Nisho’s time is now

After landing only two tele-productions last Eid ul-Fitr, Afran Nisho is back in full swing this season with rom-coms, thrillers and mysteries.
9 July 2022, 00:00 AM

Jujutsu Kaisen Animation redefined

Jujutsu Kaisen, usually called JJK, is an anime based on the manga of the same name. In the world of JJK, monsters and demons are made from the negative feelings of people, usually referred to as ‘Cursed Energy’.
8 July 2022, 18:00 PM

Rahul-Priyanka getting back together after divorce?

Tollywood couple Rahul Banerjee and Priyanka Sarkar recently shared a family pic of the couple along with their baby boy Shohoj on Instagram.
8 July 2022, 18:00 PM

Television’s beloved ‘Maa’ no more

“All these years, the love that I have received from fans and fellow artistes is unparalleled. I feel proud and emotional when my co-actors call me Maa,” Sharmili Ahmed had said in her last interview with The Daily Star in May.
8 July 2022, 18:00 PM

Quote of the week

“I am mentally married to Ranbir Kapoor” - Dighi on her one-sided love for Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor.
8 July 2022, 18:00 PM

Style statement

Jaya Ahsan is bringing the heat with her recent look, where she is wearing a white halter-neck crop-top and denim ripped jeans. The actress is oozing hotness with her neat kohl lined eyes and nude lips. If anything, Jaya Ahsan is giving us style goals for this summer.
8 July 2022, 18:00 PM

"Hawa" will release on July 29, first song out

The poster of "Hawa" immediately caught the audience's attention. Within just a few days, the trailer for the Mejbaur Rahman Sumon debut directorial was released. The promising trailer created a stir on social media.
8 July 2022, 15:44 PM

“I have nothing to hide from you”: Mahi’s emotional post for husband

Mahiya Mahi has won the hearts of fans with her beautiful looks.  Even though her presence on the silver screen has decreased over the past two years, she is still one of the country’s top actresses.
8 July 2022, 09:10 AM

“Feel proud when fellow artistes call me Ma”

Sharmili Ahmed, in many ways, made history in the cultural arena of Bangladesh. She was one of the first artistes to be featured in Bangladesh’s first tele-fiction, “Dompoti”. Unfortunately, the actress passed away today at the age of 75. Here are some snippets from her last ever interview, taken on June 2022, as she spoke to The Daily Star.
8 July 2022, 06:42 AM