Sumaiya Shimu has spent two decades winning the hearts of audiences. She began her career with serials such as “Lolita”, aired on Ekushey TV, and “Swapnochura”, aired on Banglavision. Despite continued demand from viewers, she stepped away from acting for nearly five years, working only occasionally on OTT project directed by Nuhash Humayun. Now, she is set to return to television with Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz's upcoming serial “Fire Ashar Golpo”.

It is an adaptation of one of humanity’s oldest stories, an epic that has shaped the language of adventure, heroism and homecoming for nearly three millennia.

After taking a break from acting and announcing that he would no longer release new music, singer-actor Tahsan Khan is set to return to the screen as the host of “Voice of Bangladesh”, the national selection competition for “Eurovision Song Contest Asia”.

Few characters in Bangladeshi television have enjoyed the kind of enduring affection that Nilu Bhabi from Humayun Ahmed's "Ei Shob Din Ratri" continues to receive decades after the drama first aired. And for veteran actress Dolly Zahur, who brought the beloved character to life, the memories remain as vivid as ever.

Few actors have enjoyed the enduring popularity that Azizul Hakim commanded during the golden era of Bangladeshi television in the 1990s. Through a string of hit weekly dramas, he became one of the country's most beloved screen stars. Alongside television, he built an acclaimed career on stage with Aranyak, which he joined in 1977, and in films such as “Joyjatra” and “Shankhanil Karagar”.

Salman Khan has seemingly responded to growing speculation about his health with a cryptic yet playful post on Instagram, following recent concern among fans over his noticeably slimmer appearance.

The appointment places Ghose, whose career has spanned more than five decades, in a council that brings together figures from government, international institutions, business, science, technology and civil society.

The event features prominent cultural personalities in conversation with audiences. This year’s guest is acclaimed actor Ferdousi Mazumder.

Popular actress Sumaiya Shimu is set to return to serial television after a prolonged absence, taking on a lead role in director Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz’s upcoming drama “Fire Ashar Golpo”.

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has delivered the biggest opening weekend of the filmmaker’s career, grossing $264.1 million worldwide in its first three days in cinemas.

Tom Cruise made a surprise appearance during the pre-match ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where he spoke about football's unique power to bring people together. His remarks came ahead of the highly anticipated showdown between Spain and Argentina.

"Not long afterwards, he left us forever," he said softly. "We never saw each other again. Whenever I think about that final meeting, it still hurts. I miss him deeply, and I continue to hold him in the highest respect."

He said he would often buy shing fish for Humayun Ahmed as well, never telling him in advance. "To be honest, there are so many memories centred around fish," he said with a smile. "On the anniversary of Sir's passing, all those moments come flooding back. Wherever he is, I pray he is at peace."

Rajeev has earned recognition for directing “Ali”, “Kache Asar Golpo”, “Bikal Belar Pakhi”,“Middle Class Sentiment” and so on.

The special programmes began with “Gan Diye Shuru” at 7:40 am. At 3:05 pm, Channel i will screen “Nondito Noroke”, the film directed by Humayun Ahmed and produced by Impress Telefilm.

Kabori remains one of the country's most beloved actresses, remembered not only for her remarkable performances but also for the grace and innocence that made her an enduring favourite across generations.

Ahead of Monday's showdown between Argentina and Spain, The Daily Star spoke to several celebrities about who they are backing and how they plan to spend football's biggest night.

A resurfaced video of climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has reignited debate online after actor Aamir Khan recently said that neither he nor the makers of the 2009 blockbuster "3 Idiots" knew Wangchuk during the film's development.

Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar for playing the determined mother of disabled artist Christy Brown in the 1989 ​film "My Left Foot", has died at the age of 81 after ‌a period of ill health, her agent said on Friday.

Yash Rohan is making headlines in more ways than one these days. With the release of his Hoichoi web series “Headline” and his strikingly unrecognisable appearance in the trailer for "ANNiE," the actor seems determined to keep audiences guessing. Whether through unconventional characters or intriguing storylines, Yash is making it clear that he is not afraid to take risks—and that he is here to stay.