The Interim Government of Bangladesh has announced a bold restructuring of the 15-member trustee board of the Bangladesh Artistes' Welfare Trust, marking a significant move to strengthen support for the country's creative community.

For National Film Award-winning star Bidya Sinha Saha Mim, today is a day unlike any other – a truly special occasion. "Today is indeed a special day for me," Mim says. "It's different, and I'm spending it in a unique way."

"Luck" follows the story of a group of financially struggling and desperate individuals who are lured into participating in a series of competitive games, offering them the opportunity to win substantial amounts of money.

For the second time in a single year, the Emmy Awards are preparing for another red-carpet event. The 76th annual Primetime Emmy Awards will be broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles later today, showcasing the finest in television from 2023-2024. After last year's ceremony was delayed until January due to strikes, the Emmys' return this fall carries even greater significance.

Nearly 100 filmmakers and representatives of film-related institutions gathered at Dhaka's Ground Zero to deliberate on the "Cholochitro Shongskar Roadmap ‘24” (Film Reform Roadmap 2024) on Saturday evening.

Bangladesh and India's film industries are feeling the impact of the recently tightened visa regulations, with Bangladeshi artistes struggling to secure travel permits for film shoots in India, and Indian actors unable to get work permits for projects in Bangladesh.

In 2014, actor and television host Shahriar Nazim Joy penned a letter to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, requesting a plot in Purbachal. In his letter, he praised Sheikh Hasina, referring to her as "the most outstanding leader and exemplary mother of the subcontinent." Recently, an image of this letter surfaced on social media, sparking widespread criticism.

Actor Chad McQueen, the son of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen, has passed away at the age of 63.

During the second wave of quota reform protests this year, young actress Shahnaz Sumi became actively involved as a student of the Government College of Applied Human Science, starting in the first week of July. In an interview with The Daily Star, she shared her perspective on the protests, the challenges facing the showbiz industry, and her hopes for the future.

The festival’s prestigious People’s Choice Award, determined by audience votes, includes “Saba” among its 25 competing films. Mehazabien expressed her pride, stating, “It’s a great honour for the entire team to be in the People’s Choice Award category. Our fingers are crossed as we await the announcement.”

Kate Winslet recently shared with Time magazine that female actors revealing their bodies or going without makeup on screen isn’t an act of bravery; it’s simply part of their role in portraying authentic women.

Acclaimed director Vishal Bhardwaj is set to reunite with Shahid Kapoor for an upcoming film, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The project marks yet another collaboration between the celebrated filmmaker and actor, following their iconic films like “Kaminey” and “Haider”, which were both praised for their gripping narratives and powerful performances. 

The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is scheduled for March 2, 2025. The ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, and will honour achievements across 24 categories, including the prestigious Best International Feature Film Award.

Pori Moni, one of Dhallywood’s brightest stars, is eagerly anticipating the release of her latest web-series, “Rongila Kitab”, directed by Anam Biswas. The series, in which she plays the role of Supti, was originally slated for release on August 8. However, due to the country dealing with chaos after the fall of the previous government, its premiere has been postponed, with a new release date expected by the end of this month.

The controversy surrounding the WhatsApp group "Alo Ashbei" has shaken Actors Equity Bangladesh, leading to show-cause notices being issued to two executive members, Sazu Khadem and Urmila Srabonti Kar.

While the film industry remains at a standstill, with no updates on new releases or shoots, director Mehedi Hasan has announced that he has signed Shobnom Bubly for his film “Neel Tip”

Among the actors returning to work is Mosharraf Karim, who is set to begin shooting his upcoming web-film “Mirza” this week. Directed by Sumon Anwar, this new project promises to be a gripping detective story.

Filmmaker Sohel Arman began filming his project "Shongbad" in Natore last June. However, its production faced delays due to the student protests and the subsequent fall of the Awami League government. After a prolonged pause, reports confirm that shooting is all set to resume.

Vir Das, who recently made headlines for his brilliant portrayal of Satyajit Sen in "Call Me Bae", has achieved another milestone by becoming the first Indian to host the 2024 International Emmys.

During the anti-discrimination student movement, questions arose about the role of Actors Equity Bangladesh, the professional organisation of television actors in the country.