The criticism proved the character worked: Sushama Sarkar
9 hour(s) ago
TV & Film
Tollywood calls off indefinite strike, work resumes
8 April 2026, 12:47 PM
TV & Film
Anjan Dutt, Chanchal Chowdhury to share stage at KCC Baithakkhana
8 April 2026, 10:59 AM
Entertainment
Actors Equity Bangladesh to hold memorial for Shams Suman
8 April 2026, 10:53 AM
Entertainment
‘Rakkhosh’ releases in Rome, expands international run
8 April 2026, 10:05 AM
TV & Film
‘Bonolota Express’ begins breaking records in Canada and US
7 April 2026, 17:28 PM
Entertainment
Koel Mallick sworn in as Rajya Sabha MP from West Bengal
7 April 2026, 12:31 PM
Entertainment
Symon Sadik announces directorial debut with ‘Mohasonchary’
7 April 2026, 11:57 AM
TV & Film
Aparna Sen disappointed with changing audience taste, hints at retirement
7 April 2026, 11:05 AM
Entertainment
Tania Brishty recovering, preparing for third brain surgery
7 April 2026, 10:48 AM
TV & Film
‘The Family Man 3’ officially announced, new poster unveiled
Prime Video has officially confirmed that “The Family Man” is returning for a third season, unveiling the first-look poster and announcing the ensemble cast. Starring Manoj Bajpayee, the upcoming instalment of the hit espionage thriller is expected to arrive soon, with a 2025 release window already announced earlier by the platform.
25 June 2025, 05:16 AM
‘Anyadin…’ to hit theatres after two-year delay
After being stuck at the certification board for nearly two years, “Anyadin…” is finally set to see the light of day. The film will be released in cinemas this July, confirmed producer Sara Afreen. However, the exact release date has yet to be announced.
25 June 2025, 05:00 AM
‘Straw’: A necessary cry from the margins
Tyler Perry’s "Straw", currently streaming on Netflix, is a volatile cocktail of social critique, melodrama, and searing urgency, propelled by Taraji P Henson’s powerhouse performance. The film plunges headlong into the merciless pressure cooker of systemic injustice and personal breakdown, following Janiyah, a single Black mother whose life unravels over the course of one catastrophically bad day.
24 June 2025, 11:02 AM
Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt reunite at ‘F1’ premiere after decades
Hollywood heavyweights Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt shared the red carpet at the London premiere of “F1”, marking their first public reunion in 31 years since co-starring in 1994’s “Interview With the Vampire”. Cruise surprised fans with his appearance, supporting Pitt’s latest film, a high-octane racing drama directed by “Top Gun: Maverick’s” Joseph Kosinski.
24 June 2025, 10:42 AM
Jagannath University hosts its first film festival
The three-day event, organised by the university’s Film Society in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, opened on Monday (June 23) at the Chitrashala Auditorium of the Academy. The festival is being held under the theme “Where Stories Take Flight.”
24 June 2025, 09:46 AM
‘Utshob’ dominates multiplexes, earns over Tk 2cr in 16 days
Tanim Noor’s “Utshob” continues to draw crowds in its third week, with ticket sales exceeding Tk 2 crore within just 16 days of release. The star-studded film has maintained strong audience turnout, much to the delight of its director.
24 June 2025, 05:08 AM
Zarin Mahmood Shairy: Crowned with purpose, led by passion
When Zarin Mahmood Shairy stepped onto the stage at Ms Global World Universal 2025–2026, she wasn’t just walking toward a crown—she was walking through a story years in the making.
23 June 2025, 13:06 PM
JK Rowling confirms close involvement with HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ series
JK Rowling has voiced strong support for HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” television adaptation, calling the first two episodes “SO, SO, SO GOOD!” in a recent post on X. Though she’s not writing for the series directly, Rowling confirmed she’s been “working closely with the extremely talented writers.”
23 June 2025, 11:20 AM
Imtiaz Hossain’s ‘Just A Joke, Darling’ now streaming worldwide
A bold, intimate exploration of womanhood across three generations, “Just A Joke, Darling” features performances by Sharmeen Akhee, Sangeeta Chowdhury, and Shaptorshi Rahman. It traces themes of ambition, trauma, and motherhood, offering a quiet but powerful narrative that lingers long after viewing.
23 June 2025, 11:08 AM
Bangladesh Film Archive now home to over 5,000 films
The archive currently houses 318 black-and-white films and 5,127 colour films. All materials are stored in six state-of-the-art climate-controlled vaults designed for long-term preservation.
23 June 2025, 10:15 AM
A vested group is out to destroy Bangla cinema: Shakib Khan
“Bangla cinema is now reaching audiences across the globe with honour. At a time when our films are doing well, a vested quarter has launched a conspiracy to destroy this progress. The films that are performing well are being targeted for piracy. I would say, this is not just a conspiracy against our cinema—it’s a conspiracy against the country,” said Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan.
23 June 2025, 04:05 AM
Salman Khan discloses multiple health conditions on TV
Salman Khan made a powerful return to “The Great Indian Kapil Show” yesterday, opening the new season as its very first guest. Dismissing speculation about his appearance, Salman looked remarkably fit, perhaps the best he has in recent times. Nevertheless, behind his composed exterior, he continues to battle serious health conditions.
22 June 2025, 10:58 AM
Russell Crowe boards ‘Highlander’ reboot starring Henry Cavill
Russell Crowe is set to guide Henry Cavill through the world of immortals in the upcoming “Highlander” reboot. The duo is reuniting after Crowe played Superman’s father in Zack Snyder’s DC Universe, where Cavill starred as the Man of Steel.
22 June 2025, 07:20 AM
‘Insaaf 2’ set for release next year
Following the success of “Insaaf”, director Sanjoy Somadder has officially announced that work on “Insaaf 2” is underway, with a targeted release slated for next year's Eid-ul-Azha. The sequel promises to be bigger in scale, continuing the story with the original cast, including Mosharraf Karim, Sariful Razz, Tasnia Farin, and Chanchal Chowdhury — whose character will now be significantly utilised.
22 June 2025, 05:33 AM
‘Banalata Sen’ eyes September release
The much-anticipated government-grant film “Banalata Sen”, directed by Masud Hasan Ujjal, has completed all phases of production—including shooting, dubbing, editing, colour grading, and background scoring—and is preparing for submission to the Bangladesh Film Censor Board. The director has revealed that the plan is to hopefully release the film this September.
22 June 2025, 05:08 AM
‘Madhumita Hall was upgraded for the long haul’
Rumours of closure continue to swirl around Madhumita, one of Dhaka’s oldest and most iconic cinema halls, located in Motijheel. Having celebrated its golden jubilee just three years ago, Madhumita has been a cornerstone of the city’s moviegoing culture since its inauguration on December 1, 1967.
22 June 2025, 05:02 AM
The deliciously twisted return of ‘Ginny & Georgia’
There is a peculiar charm to watching someone murder with the same poise they might use to frost a cake. That’s the Georgia Miller experience, which is equal parts molasses and menace. In its third season, Netflix’s "Ginny & Georgia" leans all the way into that contradiction, offering up a deliciously disorienting blend of teen angst, courtroom spectacle, and suburban noir. With a new showrunner in place and a fresh appetite for audacity, the show does not just continue its chaos, it weaponises it.
21 June 2025, 12:29 PM
Jon Bernthal's ‘Punisher’ to appear in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
Jon Bernthal is officially stepping into the Marvel-Sony Spider-Verse. Multiple sources confirmed that the actor, best known for his role as Frank Castle aka “The Punisher”, is set to appear in the upcoming “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” film,
21 June 2025, 11:49 AM
Nazia Haque Orsha’s mother passes away
Her mother had reportedly been battling kidney disease for many years and was also affected by diabetes.
21 June 2025, 11:03 AM
Only the beginning for Naovi
You might know him as Sameer from Bongo’s “BnG”, or perhaps you recognise him as Jaya Ahsan’s younger brother in “Taandob”—either way, Saad Salmi Naovi is fast becoming a name to remember.
20 June 2025, 18:00 PM