Since the very unveiling of the film, Doob has been surrounded by hype and controversy. One of the reasons for the controversy is the inspiration taken from Humayun Ahmed's life, which I will get to.

'Doob: No Bed of Roses', released on 27th October, has already taken the country by storm. Receiving a plethora of positive reviews from critics and fans alike, 'Doob' is considered by many as Mostofa Sarwar Farooki's best work yet and the best Bangladeshi film released this year.

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One of the most anticipated films of this year Padmavati recently released their trailer and it took the country by storm.

Ever since the news had first gotten out, fans had been waiting in anticipation for Tauquir Ahmed's latest film Haldaa.

Last year, the revelation of Shakib Khan and Apu Biswas's son, Abraham, had stirred the interest of the nation. The rumor mills had been turning slowly since then, but it seems there are new rumors afoot.

During the 63rd Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) held from 1st to 8th November 2017, a plethora of cultural events graced the foreign delegates, international representatives and parliamentary speakers present in

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Everyone involved in Paperfrogs worked relentlessly hard because they had faith in the story. Of course, its always great to see hard work recognized.

Salma Moon, the winner of the first place prize of the Lyrics contest, was honored beyond her words. “I want to express the sincerest of gratitude to The Daily Star and Standard Chartered Bangladesh for allowing me such an opportunity.

“I didn't expect the award at all,” said Hasan Mahmud Prottoy, the first-place winner of the Celebrating Life 2017 Photography Contest. Prottoy's interest in photography began when he used to play around with his father's film camera from a very young age.

I think The Daily Star and Standard Chartered Bank are doing a wonderful job with Celebrating Life. The program has not only honored us, but is promoting art, culture, music and films by rewarding the new generation of artists.

CELEBRATING LIFE 2017 GALA THROUGH PHOTOS

Deemed as the premier competition for budding film-makers, photographers and lyricists, this year was Celebrating Life's 10th iteration. The award ceremony, Celebrating Life 2017 Gala, which also honored timeless contributors to the fields of film, music and photography, was held last Saturday, 28th October, at International Convention City Bashundhara. The unique theme of 'Diversity in Bangladesh' was represented by diverse performances from both young and experienced artists, as well as winning participants from all over the country. It was truly a night of joyous celebration.

TRIVIA & QUIZ

Receiving an award from renowned organizations such as The Daily Star and Standard Chartered is an honor. They always pay respect to the worthy individuals, so their award is a matter of much pride. I will carry this honor with me forever.

10 glorious years of Celebrating Life has seen many winners being crowned in the categories of Film, Photography and Music.

The present isn't possible without the past paving the way. There are notable personalities in music, film and photography of this country who have not only contributed to the development of these fields, but helped Bangladesh as a whole grow as a nation.

Celebrating Life is known nationwide as the premier competition that highlights unsung talents hidden in the nooks and crannies of Bangladesh. Emphasizing on film-making, photography and lyric-writing, the participants of Celebrating Life each year are brimmed with potential.