Justin Baldoni sues New York Times for $250m over Blake Lively story

Justin Baldoni is pushing back against allegations of sexual harassment levelled by his co-star Blake Lively by filing a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. On Tuesday, Baldoni accused the publication of releasing an article that he claims was “filled with inaccuracies, distortions, and selective omissions” while leaning on what he described as Lively’s “one-sided account.”
2 January 2025, 07:30 AM

Parno Mittra, Mosharraf Karim’s ‘Bildakini’ to hit theatres soon

Based on the novel "Bildakini" by renowned author Nuruddin Jahangir, the film was directed by Fazlul Tuhin. It tells a powerful story of female strength and the liberation of motherhood. The film stars Mosharraf Karim and West Bengal actress Parno Mittra in the lead roles. This is Parno Mittra's second film in Bangladesh, following her appearance in Mostofa Sarwar Farooki's "Doob".
2 January 2025, 06:25 AM

‘Tagar’ teaser: Dighi and Ador team up for the first time

On the first day of the year (yesterday), actor Ador Azad and actress Prarthana Fardin Dighi officially unveiled the teaser of their upcoming film. This project, directed by Alok Hasan, is titled “Tagar”.
2 January 2025, 04:58 AM

Tintin, Popeye, Hemingway among US copyrights expiring in 2025

US copyright law expires after 95 years for books, films and other works of art, while sound recordings from 1924 will also be copyright-free.
2 January 2025, 04:57 AM

Anjana on life support

Anjana had been battling a persistent fever for 15 days prior to getting admitted to hospital.
2 January 2025, 04:14 AM

The audience can expect a lot of surprises in ‘Jimmi’: Jaya Ahsan

Jaya Ahsan continues on to push boundaries with her acting in both India and Bangladesh with her unique choice in roles. Recently, the actress released her movie “Nakshi Kanthar Jamin”, and is also busy shooting for her first Bangladeshi web series ‘Jimmi’.
1 January 2025, 18:05 PM

Farooki’s ‘840’ to air as drama series on TV

For the first time in television history, the film “840” will debut as a drama series. Alongside its theatrical run, audiences will be able to watch the film as an eight-episode-extended series on television — marking a first for simultaneous screening. 
1 January 2025, 11:56 AM

Netflix denies rumours of Leonardo DiCaprio appearing in ‘Squid Game 3’

Rumours were circulating online that Leonardo DiCaprio might appear in "Squid Game Season 3”, despite the negative reviews surrounding the second season.
1 January 2025, 08:43 AM

Dighi to play lead in Tagore’s ‘Dena Paona’

Prarthana Fardin Dighi has landed the coveted role of Nirupama in the upcoming film adaptation of Rabindranath Tagore’s iconic short story “Dena Paona”. Directed by Sadek Siddiqui and backed by a government grant, the film promises to bring a fresh perspective to Tagore's timeless narrative.
1 January 2025, 07:10 AM

I was honoured by the hands that raised me: Dibya Jyoti

Rising star Dibya Jyoti has quickly made a name for himself in the hit web-series “Mohanagar 2”, solidifying his place among the new generation of actors. The skilled artiste is the son of celebrated playwright Brindaban Das and acclaimed actress Shahnaz Khushi.
1 January 2025, 06:05 AM

‘Priyo Maloti’ tops local releases in Star Cineplex’s latest film rankings

Star Cineplex has released a ranking of the most-viewed films in theatres this week, with “Priyo Maloti” leading the list of local releases.
31 December 2024, 12:32 PM

Fan favourite casting confirmed: Jason Momoa lands Lobo

Jason Momoa is returning to the DC universe, even though his time as Aquaman has concluded. He is instead set to take on the role of the antihero Lobo in the upcoming film “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow”.
31 December 2024, 10:08 AM

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie settle their divorce after eight years

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have finalised their divorce, according to Jolie's lawyer on Monday, marking the conclusion of one of Hollywood's most prolonged and contentious divorce battles.
31 December 2024, 07:39 AM

The world isn’t just for humans: Jaya Ahsan’s plea for responsible 31st celebrations

Jaya has always been known for her love of animals. She’s vocal about the issues affecting them, and this time was no different. On Monday (December 30), she posted a long message on social media, shedding light on how New Year’s celebrations indirectly cause harm to animals. In her post, she reminded us that we, as humans, are partly responsible for these deaths, even if unintentionally. Along with her message, Jaya also shared a thoughtful video to raise awareness.
31 December 2024, 06:25 AM

‘Squid Game 2’ becomes Netflix's first series to debut at No 1 in all countries

“Squid Game” was expected to be a massive hit when it returned for Season 2, considering Season 1 was by far the most-watched Netflix series ever. However, it has now created another massive record. 
31 December 2024, 06:18 AM

No room for ego: Swastika on embracing new roles

“To grow as an actress, one must leave the city, set aside their ego, and be willing to go anywhere,” says Swastika Mukherjee, whose 24-year career has seen her seamlessly transition between Tollywood and Bollywood, excelling across films and web-series alike. 
31 December 2024, 06:03 AM

Shakib Khan’s star-studded ‘Dhaka Capitals' theme song released

Written by Rasel Mahmud and composed by Pritom Hasan, the theme song for Dhaka Capitals has been released.
31 December 2024, 05:27 AM

New year resolutions: Stars hope for a fruitful 2025

As 2024 wraps up and the promise of 2025 looms ahead, the excitement of fresh beginnings is in the air. Like the rest of us, Bangladesh’s top celebrities are brimming with hopes, dreams, and plans for the year to come. From career milestones to personal aspirations, we dive into what some of our biggest stars are looking forward to as they step into the new year.
30 December 2024, 18:03 PM

Irrfan Khan: Only Indian in The Independent’s ‘60 Best Actors of 21st-Century’

Irrfan Khan has been named the only Indian actor in The Independent’s prestigious list of the 60 Best Actors of 21st-Century Cinema, securing the 41st spot.
30 December 2024, 13:36 PM

Justin Baldoni countersues Blake Lively, vows to unmask Hollywood’s ‘untouchable’ elite

Actor Justin Baldoni is preparing to countersue Blake Lively, alleging that her accusations of sexual harassment are unfounded and part of a deliberate smear campaign. The countersuit aims to challenge what Baldoni describes as baseless claims designed to damage his reputation.
30 December 2024, 06:54 AM