Vampire period horror film "Sinners" smashed the all-time Oscars record with 16 nominations, the Academy announced Thursday

After decades of artistic achievement, Abul Hayat continues to write; not out of obligation or ambition, but for the enduring joy that words bring him.

In addition to these projects, Chowdhury completed shooting for Raihan Rafi’s “Andhar” quite some time ago, and the film is now awaiting release. “I believe it’s going to be another strong piece of work,” he said.

“Stopping is not an option. You have to grow your business further,” she told her. It was also through her mother-in-law that Upoma first heard about Mon Janala. On the day of the event, both of them arrived together—to speak, to listen, and to share the words they had never said aloud.

The board also includes film editor Iqbal Ehsanul Kabir, film director Khijir Hayat Khan, film actress Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed, and film director Tasmiah Afrin Mou as members, alongside the Vice-Chairman of the Bangladesh Film Certification Board, Dhaka.

Fans may continue to imagine a new Bollywood–Kollywood power couple, but until either actor speaks publicly, the reality remains clear: it is simply a rumour, not a confirmed development.

The Dhaka International Film Festival has been underway since January 10 at several venues in the capital as well as at Laboni Beach Point on Cox’s Bazar sea beach. The country’s largest film festival is showcasing works by filmmakers from Bangladesh and abroad. Ahmed Hasan Sunny’s Bangladeshi film “Ekhane Rajnoitik Alap Joruri”, starring Imtiaz Barshon in the lead role, will have its premiere at the festival today. Here is the list of films scheduled for screening today.

Long before he was being interviewed about films or festivals, Nuhash Humayun was a child lingering over the comics pages of The Daily Star. As the newspaper marks 35 years, he recalls how it has been part of his life since childhood, and how, over time, it became a bigger part of his journey as his work began to be recognised through films and festival screenings.

As The Daily Star marks 35 years of journalism, the newspaper’s role in shaping public discourse, particularly around culture, politics, and artistic freedom, has come under renewed reflection. For filmmaker Ashfaque Nipun, the paper has long functioned as more than a news source. It has been a reference point for verified information, a platform that documents artistic labour with seriousness, and, at critical moments, a media institution willing to stand by artistes when their voices are most exposed. In this conversation, Nipun reflects on credibility, cultural representation, and why responsible journalism continues to matter in the creative sphere.

Singer Xefer Rahman and television host Rafsan Sabab tied the knot today (Wednesday) in a private ceremony, bringing an end to months of speculation surrounding their relationship.

he travel disruption follows a major geopolitical development. On Saturday morning, US President Donald Trump announced that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cila Flores, had been taken into US custody after an overnight military operation.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has directed Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), owned by Shah Rukh Khan, to release Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their squad ahead of the upcoming season, citing “recent developments.”

Begum Khaleda Zia came to my mother’s residence at Kalindi,” he wrote. “She sat with us, spoke lovingly of my mother and her memories, and comforted us as though she were one of our own. She showed immense respect and affection for Firoza Begum.”

An official of the relevant wing of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, “There is still no specific information on this matter. It is not possible to say when the gazette will be published.”

Joseph alleges that the dismissal caused significant emotional distress, including symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, as well as financial loss. He is seeking damages for sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination, with compensation to be determined by a jury.

All cinemas and cineplexes across the country will remain closed today (December 31) in observance of the state mourning declared following the death of former prime minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia.

As the year draws to a close, let us look back at the artistes who stood out, earned applause, and signalled a vibrant future for the industry.

Vince Zampella, co-creator of the “Call of Duty” video game franchise, died on Sunday after a car accident in California, according to US media reports. He was 55.

We can never get back the stars we lost, but we can remember them profoundly through their work. Here is a look at some of the entertainers, who brightened our lives, that we lost this year.

While mainstream coverage focused on the unexpected outcome, social media buzz took a lighter cultural turn, centring on the striking imagery of DeMoor fighting in bright pink gloves.