Although the release of many shows has been delayed due to the pandemic, 2021 saw a good turn-out. New series and renewal of old ones became the welcome tonic in these troubled times. Here are 10 international TV shows that have garnered wide acclaim this year.

Daniel Radcliffe remembers the embarrassing haircuts, Emma Watson discovered assembly up along with her “Harry Potter” solid mates “an unexpected joy,” and director Christopher Columbus remembers the units for the films as “the greatest playground in the world.”

Noted Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra spoke about her career lull, which came after 2012’s “Ishaqzaade”. She admitted to having abused her position after convincing herself that her fans would accept her in ‘mediocre’ films.

As Bangladesh celebrates its 50th anniversary of victory, Pakistani drama series “Jo Bichar Gaye” shamelessly presents distorted accounts of the 1971 Liberation war, by showing protesting Dhaka University students as “uncouth bullies” and Pakistani army men as “righteous gentlemen”.

As the film fraternity recovered from the pandemic and adapted with the ‘new normal’, the industry saw a bloom near the end of the year. It was a breakthrough year for Bangla films not only in terms of local box office, but international acceptance.

Noted actress, model, and anchor Moutushi Biswas is set to make her comeback on the silver screen after six years, with Proshoon Rahmaan’s forthcoming feature “Dear Satyajit”.

Ferdous is set to star in a movie based on true events, titled “Dampara”. The popular actor will be seen opposite Bhabna in Shuddhaman Choiton's debut feature film.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” became the first billion-dollar-grossing film of the pandemic era over the Christmas weekend, reaching the milestone while holding firmly to the North American box office top spot, as per reports.

Veteran actor and freedom fighter Sohel Rana has been hospitalised with Covid-19.

Directed by Indian filmmaker Indranil Roychowdhury, the Bangladesh-India joint production is now set to premiere in Bangladesh at the 20th Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) on January 22, at Central Library.

Popular actress Jaya Ahsan is set to appear on the silver screen as Labonno, wife of eminent Indian poet Jibananda Das.

he fifth Global Youth Film Festival begins from today at Natore.  Arranged by Cinema Bangladesh, the festival will be inaugurated by eminent thespian and cultural personality Ramendu Majumdar. Natore Film Club is the local organiser of the event.

“Mridha Bonam Mridha” released across the country on December 24. At a time when people are rushing for tickets of anticipated action films like “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, this emotional tale truly stands out.

Abdul Kader was a very jolly person. He was involved in theatre from the beginning of his career. He was the joint secretary of our theatre group for a long time. He proved himself as an essential part of the team through his work, talent, and love for acting.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was bitten by a non-venomous snake at his farmhouse near Panvel. The actor went off to the farmhouse to celebrate his 56th birthday on Monday.

Abdul Kader was one of my favourite co-artistes. He was very friendly. He could lift up the moods of everyone around him.

Abdul Kader was a gifted actor. We need more talents like him in the industry. He could easily blend into any role, be it comedic or dramatic. His expertise on screen fascinated me.

As the joyous occasion of Christmas and merriment came upon us, celebrities around the world took part in the festivities by decorating their houses and trees. 

Film star Siam Ahmed and his wife Shamma Rushafy Abantee have announced their first child on social media.

As Bangladesh celebrates its 50th anniversary of victory, Pakistani drama series “Jo Bichar Gaye” shamelessly presents distorted accounts of the 1971 Liberation war, by showing protesting Dhaka University students as “uncouth bullies” and Pakistani army men as “righteous gentlemen”.