Emerald Fennell announced her adaptation of “Wuthering Heights” earlier this year, sharing a teaser graphic with a haunting quote from the novel: “Be with me always – Take any form – Drive me mad.” The announcement stirred excitement, especially among fans of her previous work, which includes a featured role in “Barbie”, a blockbuster film that grossed us $1.4 billion worldwide and was produced by LuckyChap.

Her debut feature film, "Saba”, is heading to the Busan International Film Festival, making it the second global festival for the film within a short span. For Mehazabien, this moment marks a significant leap—not only in her career but for Bangladeshi cinema as well.

The high salaries of leading male actors in the Hindi film industry have become a growing concern, particularly after films starring top actors like Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn have opened with earnings as low as Rs 3 crore and Rs 4 crore. During a directors' roundtable organised by The Hollywood Reporter India, Karan Johar emphasised the need for male actors to reconsider their pay. His comment was followed by filmmaker Zoya Akhtar stepping in.

From 1975 to 1995, Jamal Uddin Hossain was a member of the Nagorik Natya Sampradaya. In 1997, he founded his own theatre group, Nagorik Nattyangan Ensemble, and has been serving as its general secretary. He was also a presidium member of the Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation and the general secretary of the Radio Television Artistes Union. 

Cate Blanchett, the face of this year’s San Sebastian Film Festival, received a touching surprise from fellow actor George Clooney as she accepted the prestigious Donostia Award on Saturday night.

Rinku has been a fixture in the country’s television drama scene for years, directing over 150 productions. His storytelling prowess and directorial vision have captivated audiences, with hit dramas like “Rongin Asha,” “Putuler Shongshar,” “Itibritta,” “Norosundori,” “Kobor,” “Bandhan,” “Blogger Mitu,” “Jaal,” “Katus,” “Otirikto,” “Nongor,” and “Rickshaw Girl.”

Mehazabien Chowdhury’s film “Saba” has received high praise during its international premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

Zahid Hasan has been appearing less frequently in TV dramas, primarily due to dissatisfaction with the storylines. This led him to consciously reduce the number of projects he takes on. News of his acting endeavours has since become rare. 

This Hindi-language movie, which had its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) last year, edged out “All We Imagine As Light” by Payal Kapadia. Kapadia’s film, initially viewed as the favourite following its critical success and Grand Jury Prize win at Cannes, lost out to Rao’s film in the Oscar race selection.

The story—about Yasmin, a young girl brutally raped and murdered in Dinajpur in 1995’s August 24—wasn’t just another role for Mim. It was a powerful, poignant piece that hit close to home.

The jury board for the National Film Award 2023, initially composed of actor Ilias Kanchan, actress Aupee Karim, singer Nazmun Munira Nancy, and music director Prince Mahmud, has undergone a significant reshuffle. As of today, Monday, Ilias Kanchan has officially stepped down from his role on the board.

After back-to-back industry hits like “Priyotoma” and “Toofan,” Shakib Khan is riding high on success. These films have not only taken the Bangladeshi box office by storm but have also helped Bangla cinema gain international recognition. As he marks 25 years in the industry, Shakib seems to be shining brighter than ever.

In Hyderabad on Sunday, megastar K Chiranjeevi was honoured with a Guinness World Records certificate for being the most prolific actor in the Indian film industry. During a special event, a representative from Guinness World Records presented Chiranjeevi with the prestigious recognition.

According to the notification, the new 15-member Film Certification Board will be chaired by the secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The current vice chairman of the Bangladesh Film Censor Board has been appointed as the member secretary of the new board.

Although contracts were signed and shooting schedules finalised, the fate of three upcoming films—”Rasta”, “Shaheb”, and “Leela”—now hangs in the balance. This uncertainty has been confirmed by the producers, directors, and actors involved in the projects.

Yesterday actress Rani Mukerji took time out of her schedule to express her support for cancer patients in Mumbai. Collaborating with the Cancer Patients Aid Association, she participated in World Rose Day, a global event to raise cancer awareness and show solidarity with those battling the disease.

Veteran actress Shabnam was approached to become a member of the new committee of the Bangladesh Film Certification Board. She asked for two days to consider the offer but later graciously declined, citing her inability and disinterest in taking on the role. 

The film industry continues to face significant challenges as most cinemas remain closed, and the few that have reopened are struggling due to a lack of new releases. Filmmakers are hesitant to debut their projects in this climate, forcing theatre owners to rely on screening older films. 

In the aftermath of Bangladesh’s recent government transition, uncertainty has been dangling in the air regarding the future of last year’s state-funded films. Many filmmakers have been left in a state of limbo, awaiting guidance from the new administration.

Director Karan Johar is set to direct his first solo OTT series, venturing once again into the world of streaming.