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With an array of popular television fictions under his belt, celebrated actor Intekhab Dinar has built a powerful presence on OTT platforms in recent years. From a convincing portrayal of a commanding chairman in "Taqdeer" to a whimsical fictional character in "Ovineta", he has made the best of his acting prowess. In "Dwikhandito", the final episode of the Chorki anthology series, "Unoloukik", Dinar aces an impeccable, breathless performance of over 20 minutes. He spoke to The Daily Star about his journey with the project, and more.

Una Stubbs, who played Mrs Hudson in the hit series, “Sherlock”, passed away in Edinburgh, Scotland, on August 12. She was 84.  

National Film Award winning actor-director Shahiduzzaman Selim is a prominent artiste in theatre, television, and films. Since 1983, Selim has been a part of Dhaka Theatre and had formed Jahangirnagar Theatre with his peers, which is active to this day. The actor is currently serving as the president of Obhinoy Shilpi Shongho (Actors’ Equity Bangladesh). In a candid chat with The Daily Star, the multi-talented personality talks about the recent scenario

On July 23, the tele-fiction "Ghotona Shotto" was aired on Channel i, where “negative, misleading, and harmful ideas” about children with special needs were presented. Subsequently, Channel i Managing Director Faridur Reza Sagar and its spokesperson Shykh Seraj were among those sued under the Persons with Disabilities Rights and Protection Act.

Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol have reportedly teamed up for acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani’s upcoming film.

Niloy Alamgir, one of the most recognizable faces in the showbiz industry, tied the knot with Tasnuva Tabassum Hridi on July 7.

According to a report by Closer Online, Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer are dating. The publication said that the two stars have been spending more time together since they filmed the “Friends” reunion with their co-stars, earlier this year.

Anjan Dutt and Chanchal Chowdhury are sensations in both sides of the border, in their respective fields.

Shakib Khan has maintained a successful career of more than 20 years, with numerous hit films. However, it has been one and a half months since the superstar has been on a film set.

Seeking justice for children with special needs who were insensitively portrayed in the recently aired Eid-ul-Adha tele-fiction "Ghotona Shotto", private humanitarian organisation CHILD (Countrywide Health Initiative for Learning & Development) Foundation says that it will take legal action against the producer, director, and associates of the production.

Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Faruque Hassan has written to US Ambassador to Bangladesh Earl R Miller, drawing attention to a movie recently released on Netflix that contains "derogatory comments" about “Made in Bangladesh”.

The ongoing dispute between Scarlett Johansson and Disney over the release of “Black Widow” has continued to grow, and most recently, Disney attorney Daniel Petrocelli has stepped in to say that Johansson’s lawsuit is nothing more than a public relations campaign.

In an interview, 'Friends' famed actress Jennifer mentioned that she cut off friends who feared the vaccine or called it a propaganda. They had either rejected or did not reveal their vaccination status, which she perceives as a moral and professional duty.

National Film Award-winning actor Zakia Bari Mamo has garnered her career with several accolades. She has been lucky in this respect. “Daruchini Dwip”, a film based on Humayun Ahmed’s novel of the same name and directed by Tauquir Ahmed, was the first movie she starred in. Her first film received immense praise. 

Popular actress Shabnom Bubly has signed up for a new film ‘Talash’, which will be directed by Saikat Nasir. Bubly has recently worked under the same director in the movie ‘Casino’, which is awaiting its release.

Indian filmmaker Hansal Mehta recently announced his next film, “Faraaz”. Billed as an action thriller, the movie will depict the Holey Artisan café attack that shook Bangladesh. It is backed by filmmaker Anubhav Sinha and producer Bhushan Kumar.

Renowned actor and social activist Rafiath Rashid Mithila is set to make her debut in the Indian film industry with the film, ‘Maya’. Directed by eminent Indian filmmaker Raajorshee De, the first look of the film was released today.

The first ever Bangla feature film, “Mukh O Mukhosh”, directed by Abdul Jabbar Khan, was released on August 3, 1965. Actor Pyari Begum played one of the main roles in the film. At that time, she was a first- year intermediate student at Eden College. She shared her fond memories of being a part of “Mukh O Mukhosh” with The Daily Star.

Popular actor Ferdous has written his first novel, which he hopes to release at the forthcoming Ekushey Boi Mela.