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Koel Mallick sworn in as Rajya Sabha MP from West Bengal
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Aparna Sen disappointed with changing audience taste, hints at retirement
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Tania Brishty recovering, preparing for third brain surgery
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Pioneering photographer Chanchal Mahmood passes away
Many well-known film and television personalities—such as Shabnur, Moushumi, Salman Shah, Nobel, Afsana Mimi, and Shomi Kaiser—rose to prominence in top magazines, newspapers, tabloids, and fashion campaigns thanks to the distinctive charm of his photography.
20 June 2025, 17:25 PM
‘Utshob’ releases in 37 theatres across the US, the UK, and Canada today
The film is produced by DOPE Productions, in association with Chorki and co-produced by Laughing Elephant Production, with Brac Bank PLC as the presenting partner. International distribution is handled by Swapna Scarecrow.
20 June 2025, 09:26 AM
I no longer have expectations from my country: Sabnam Faria
Actress Sabnam Faria is known for speaking her mind, both on and off social media. Despite drawing criticism at times, she remains unfazed, often sharing her opinions openly. During last year’s July student movement, she had voiced her support for the students. Now, months later, the actress has once again shared her reflections on that time—this time expressing her disappointment over the state of the country.
20 June 2025, 08:00 AM
Special screening of ‘Utshob’ draws a star-studded audience in Dhaka
The special screening at Star Cineplex's SKS Tower branch was attended by several noted personalities, including renowned filmmaker and Cultural Affairs Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, economist and BRAC Chairperson Dr Hossain Zillur Rahman, teacher-writer-columnist Anu Muhammad, politician Zonayed Saki, and prominent artists and professionals from the media industry.
20 June 2025, 06:26 AM
Two Bangladeshi films nominated at the 21st Kazan Int'l Film Festival
A Bangladeshi short film and a documentary have earned nominations at the 21st Kazan International Film Festival in Russia. The short film “The Pair of White Pigeons” is directed by Shahriar Azad Shaumik, while the documentary “Mighty Afrin: In the Time of Floods” is helmed by Angelos Rallis. The documentary is an international co-production involving Greece, France, Germany, and Bangladesh.
20 June 2025, 06:09 AM
Film Certification Board clears all applications, certifies 94 films since September
Among the approved titles are 38 full-length Bengali films and 29 English-language features. Additionally, 12 short films and 15 documentaries received clearance for public exhibition during the same period.
19 June 2025, 13:35 PM
Netflix, Legendary team up to reboot cult sci-fi series ‘Land of the Lost’
Netflix is preparing to revive another beloved classic TV series. According to Deadline, the streaming platform has finalised a deal with Legendary Television to reboot “Land of the Lost”, the 1974 science fiction adventure series originally created by Sid and Marty Krofft.
19 June 2025, 11:45 AM
‘Balur Nagarite’ secures place at prestigious Czech festival
Describing the selection as “a moment of pride for our young filmmaker,” the ministry pledged to finance air travel for a member of the film delegation to Karlovy Vary. Adviser Farooki emphasised that the ministry will continue encouraging Bangladeshi talents in music, cinema, photography, theatre, and architecture who gain international recognition.
19 June 2025, 10:28 AM
I get teary-eyed when I receive love: Zahid Hasan
The actor was admitted to a hospital in Dhaka with pneumonia on June 6, just a day before Eid-ul-Azha, and was unable to join his co-stars in the film’s promotional campaign. From his hospital bed, he watched reviews pour in and audiences respond with warmth—something he described as profoundly moving.
19 June 2025, 07:51 AM
‘NeelChokro’ was my refuge after losing my mother: Arifin Shuvoo
Known for choosing diverse roles, Shuvoo explained, “Films come in all forms. I’ve always tried to explore different dimensions through different stories. That’s why I joined ‘NeelChokro’. If every film was like ‘Mission Extreme’, ‘Dhaka Attack’ or ‘Chuye Dile Mon’, you’d be bored. This one is a different kind of story.”
19 June 2025, 07:44 AM
From action to dance numbers: Farin and Sabila win hearts on the big screen
Popular actresses Sabila Nur and Tasnia Farin have been dominating the Eid-ul-Azha box office with their commercial film releases, “Taandob” and “Insaaf”. Both films have sparked widespread discussions across social media and among filmgoers, mostly in praise of the actresses’ performances.
19 June 2025, 06:38 AM
David Fincher considering 'Mindhunter' revival as film trilogy
There’s fresh hope for fans of Netflix’s acclaimed crime drama “Mindhunter”. Holt McCallany, who played FBI agent Bill Tench in the series, revealed in an interview with CBR that creator David Fincher is considering reviving the show, not as a third season, but as a trilogy of feature-length films.
19 June 2025, 06:29 AM
Jeremy Allen White portrays Springsteen in 'Deliver Me From Nowhere' trailer
Jeremy Allen White steps into the shoes of Bruce Springsteen in the first trailer for “Deliver Me From Nowhere”. The biographical drama, written and directed by Scott Cooper, will be released in theatres on October 24 under 20th Century Studios.
19 June 2025, 05:04 AM
'Many women uphold a male-dominated society': Jaya on patriarchy in cinema
After a long hiatus, Shakib Khan and Jaya Ahsan have reunited on screen for the film “Taandob”, which has become a talking point since its release this Eid-ul-Azha. Ahead of the film’s premiere, Jaya praised Shakib during a press conference, and once again, in a recent interview with Kolkata-based daily Anandabazar, the actress lauded the Dhallywood star.
19 June 2025, 04:46 AM
New ‘Harold & Kumar’ film in the works
A new “Harold & Kumar” movie is officially in development, with creators of “Cobra Kai”—Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald—helming the project. According to Deadline, the film is being developed under Lionsgate’s Mandate Pictures, the same studio behind the original comedy classics.
18 June 2025, 10:45 AM
Three suspects arrested over ‘Taandob’ piracy
Amid the box‑office success, reports emerged that an HD copy of “Taandob” had been leaked on YouTube and other platforms. In response, the production company adopted a hard line. The producer, Shahriar Shakil, filed a complaint with the police seeking legal action under copyright legislation, and detectives have now arrested three suspects in connection with the piracy. At around 11:45 am today (Wednesday), Dhaka Metropolitan Police Detective Branch (DB) Joint Commissioner Nasirul Islam confirmed the arrests to Prothom Alo.
18 June 2025, 10:41 AM
‘Esha Murder’ is the perfect detox from your Eid blockbusters
This is where Badhan steps in as the lead, playing officer Leena. From the get-go, she is a no-nonsense character. She is a strong police officer, but a heavily traumatised woman. It is the trauma that leads her to train, persist, and become a law enforcement officer in the first place, a plot device that pays off to its fullest near the end.
18 June 2025, 09:35 AM
Jaya Ahsan’s fourth film in three months set for July release
“Dear Maa” stars Jaya alongside Chandan Roy Sanyal in the lead roles, with an ensemble cast featuring Saswata Chatterjee, Dhritiman Chatterjee, and Malayalam actor Padmapriya Janakiraman. According to the director, while the plot revolves around a young daughter and her parents, the film also explores other complex relationships within a modern family dynamic.
18 June 2025, 08:13 AM
Tom Cruise to receive first-ever honorary Oscar
Hollywood actor and film producer Tom Cruise is set to be honoured with an honorary Oscar for the first time in his career, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Tuesday (June 17). The accolade will be presented at the 16th Governors Awards, scheduled to take place in November 2025—months ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards.
18 June 2025, 05:04 AM
‘Utshob’ earns over Tk 1cr in 10 days
Tanim Noor’s Eid release “Utshob” has emerged as a box office success, earning over Tk 1.14 crore within just 10 days of its theatrical run. The film, which continues to draw strong audience response, is now gearing up for international release.
18 June 2025, 04:41 AM