Recently, actors Runa Khan, Mehazabien Chowdhury, and Tanjin Tisha found themselves at the centre of controversies for different reasons. However, during a recent award show, they all addressed the issues head-on and clarified their positions.

Veteran actress Anjana Rahman has been undergoing treatment for the past six days due to a fever and blood infection. She has been hospitalised and is being treated at the Coronary Care Unit (CCU), confirmed the actress's son, Nishat Moni, to Samakal.

In honour of what would have been Maggie Smith’s 90th birthday on Saturday, a special program titled Maggie Smith at the BBC celebrated her life and career.

In 2024, Bangladeshi web series and films flourished across OTT platforms, bringing fresh talent to the forefront while revitalising the careers of seasoned actors. Strong, character-driven content allowed these 10 actors and directors to break through, leaving a lasting impact on viewers and reshaping the country's OTT landscape.

Zinat Sanu Swagata’s personal life has often made headlines- from her contentious divorce to her second marriage to Dr Hasan Azad. Recently, at an event, she revealed to local media that she and her husband Azad were in a live-in relationship prior to getting married.

As 2024 draws to a close, it leaves behind a trail of events and milestones, including notable contributions from Bangladesh's OTT platforms (Over-the-Top).

The accident occurred on Friday, December 27, around 11 am. at the Dhaleshwari Toll Plaza's Mawa-bound Lane, several vehicles, including private cars, microbuses, and motorcycles, were waiting to pay tolls. A Kuakata-bound passenger bus from Bepari Paribahan lost control, crossing the toll plaza barrier and crashing into a private car, causing a chain collision and claiming six lives.

Olivia Hussey, renowned for her captivating performance as the female lead in Franco Zeffirelli's acclaimed 1968 adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet”, passed away yesterday at the age of 73. Her initial diagnosis of breast cancer occurred in 2008.

This year, an estimated 50 Bangladeshi films have been released. Among these, only a handful have achieved commercial success. Then again, despite not performing well at the box office, other cinematic aspects like actors, actresses, and film songs have managed to remain at the centre of discussions throughout the year.

Star Cineplex, a leading choice for cinema enthusiasts with refined tastes, has maintained its position as a crowd favourite. While Hollywood films dominated the scene a few years ago, the rising wave of Bangladeshi cinema has gradually shifted the spotlight.

“Squid Game” Season 2 picks up with Player 456, Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), and Detective Hwang Jun-ho (Wi Ha-jun), while Lee Byung-hun returns as the enigmatic Front Man, maintaining the series' signature eerie intensity.

In "Chaalchitro," released on December 20, Apurba portrays a mysterious character who alters the story's direction.

2024 has been marked by numerous ups and downs, with the political climate notably impacting the showbiz industry. Yet, despite the challenges, the industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience and transformation, offering a glimpse of promising changes ahead.

These encounters have provided Hina with the courage and determination to continue her battle, both on and off the screen.

Despite the controversy, “Pushpa 2” remains a box-office sensation. The film has surpassed the Rs 1,000 crore mark, cementing its position as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2024.

Currently, the Shankha Dasgupta directorial “Priyo Maloti” is being shown in 20 cinema halls nationwide. In the film, Mehazabien plays the titular role of a resilient woman.

The Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) has seen a prolonged lull in activity, with no shooting taking place for an extended period. This slowdown has worsened since the July protests. During the day, the FDC remains almost deserted, and the nights are eerily quiet. However, last night at around 10pm, more than 100 film directors were present at the FDC, engaging in group discussions.

In 2024, we lost several prominent figures from the entertainment world. Though they have departed, their contributions to film, television, music, and dance will remain etched in our memories. Here are some of the individuals we lost this year.

The month of December typically witnesses a surge in films based on the Liberation War, but this year has been an exception. However, as the year draws to a close, a Liberation War-themed film is making its mark. “Nakshi Kathar Zamin” hits cinemas across the country today. 

Netflix set a new benchmark, with the Ravens’ 31-2 thrashing of the Texans drawing an average of 24.3 million viewers, while Kansas City’s 29-10 victory over Pittsburgh garnered 24.1 million. These numbers made the two NFL matchups the most-watched in U.S. history for a Christmas Day broadcast, surpassing the 23 million viewers of last year’s AFC wild-card game.