The 70th edition of the National Film Awards, held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on October 8, celebrated the excellence of some of India’s top cinematic talents. The recipients of such an honour shared their joy and gratitude after the event.

From facing early struggles to becoming one of the most recognised actors in Bangladeshi cinema, his career has seen both triumphs and setbacks. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, Amin Khan opened up about his journey, struggles, and the highs and lows of his career.

Filmmaker Khijir Hayat Khan, a member of the newly formed board, confirmed the news last evening, noting that the film impressed the board members. “The certification board has praised the movie without any cuts,” Khan informed the Daily Prothom Alo.

The film, which cost an estimated US $190 million to produce, has been receiving negative feedback online. Fans have expressed their disappointment with the movie's storyline and overall execution, with some blaming its poor performance on bad word-of-mouth.

The reformation was disclosed on Monday (October 7) through a government notice signed by Deputy Secretary Md. Saiful Islam of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

Celebrated actress Mehazabien Chowdhury has embarked on her cinematic journey with her debut film, “Saba”. Currently, she is in South Korea, attending the prestigious Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) to showcase the project.

According to media reports, the superstar is charging an estimated Rs 60 crore per month for his role as host. With “Bigg Boss” typically running for around 15 weeks, Salman could rake in around Rs 250 crore by the end of the season. A source close to the production told Hindustan Times that his fee combines a per-episode payment with a lump-sum contract, resulting in one of the most staggering paychecks in Indian television history.

In a heartfelt conversation with The Daily Star, Moutushi opened up about this year’s Durga Puja, which will be her first without her father. “This Puja feels different. There’s a lot more responsibility on my shoulders now. I’ll miss my father terribly this time. His absence will be felt every moment.

Bollywood’s versatile actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui recently expressed his disdain for stereotypical depictions of heroes who single-handedly defeat dozens of goons to effortlessly save the heroine. 

This year, director Gias Uddin Selim and film journalist Alauddin Majid have been nominated for the prestigious Fazlul Haque Memorial Award 2024 for their significant contributions to the film industry.

The much-anticipated biopic on late Dhallywood superstar Salman Shah, directed by veteran filmmaker Chotku Ahmed, has been shelved following objections raised by the actor's mother, Neela Chowdhury.

Saif Ali Khan is set to make a comeback in the “Race” series, as confirmed by producer Ramesh Taurani. Known for helming the popular action-thriller franchise, Taurani shared that the actor will headline the fourth instalment of the film. 

Today, we celebrate the 95th birthday of the esteemed actor Masud Ali Khan. As he reaches this milestone, friends and colleagues from the industry have sent their heartfelt wishes, honouring his remarkable journey.

After a hiatus of about six years, Puja is working with Raihan Rafi again. “I am a bit nervous about what will happen. I previously worked on two hit projects with him, “Poramon-2” and “Dohon”, in the same year. For the first time, I will be starring in a web project directed by him. Also, sharing the screen with Rubel bhai is another reason why I am nervous. I hope it will be well-received by the audience."

The previous Cameraman Association of Bangladesh (CAB) committee, representing cinematographers involved in dramas, films, advertisements, and documentaries was recently dissolved. Yesterday following a successfully conducted meeting, a new group of representatives was established.

The Aalok Hasan directorial web-film titled “Tribhuj”, is all set to release on the OTT platform Deepto Play on October 10. Last Friday, the teaser was unveiled on the Deepto Play Facebook page, announcing the film’s release.

“Joker: Folie à Deux,” directed by Todd Phillips, was released on October 4, 2024.

The long-anticipated third installment of “The Princess Diaries” series was officially approved yesterday. The first two of the film franchise, inspired by Meg Cabot's young adult novel of the same title, features Anne Hathaway in the lead role. Hathaway has confirmed she will return as the beloved Princess Mia of Genovia, thrilling fans of the series.

Duronto TV, the nation’s premier children’s television network, is entering its eighth year since its inception. 

Rafi has hinted that the story of “Black Money” is a significant departure from his usual narratives, expressing his excitement about working on this unique project. He also hinted that the cast reveal will surprise many. Meanwhile, there are rumours that film actor Rubel may join the cast, though both Rafi and the production company have opted to keep all official announcements for the press event.