British actor Jude Law has portrayed a wide range of characters throughout his acclaimed career, but his latest role demanded unusual preparation. The 52-year-old star admitted he became “obsessive” about watching Russian President Vladimir Putin while preparing to play him in “The Wizard of the Kremlin”. The film, directed by Olivier Assayas, had its premiere at the Venice Film Festival.

A new comic series titled “Hit Man” is being developed for children and teenagers, with cartoonist Sohani finalising the designs of all characters. After much anticipation, Sohani has finally found her desired face for the lead character — none other than popular actor Niloy Alamgir.

“Superman”, the first film in the rather promising new DC Cinematic Universe reboot, is above all a callback to the good old days. Its director, James Gunn, who is also navigating the new DC terrain alongside Peter Safran, delivers a movie rooted in the heart and essence of the comic books we grew up reading, and true to his words, especially “Superman: Birthright”, “All-Star Superman”, and “Superman for All Seasons”. On top of that, Clark Kent's look and sensibilities in the movie are so unapologetically canonical that they conjure comforting whiffs of growing up watching “Smallville” and the iconic animated series “Justice League Unlimited”. Having acknowledged as much, I will abstain from comparing it to the previous iteration of DC, which Zack Snyder helmed for the most part. There is simply no point in dredging up past committed creative choices that were transparently communicated and developed, while they lasted.

A new Bangladeshi short film, “Naobibi”, has been filmed, highlighting the fragile ecosystem of the Haor wetlands and the looming impact of climate change.

Every few years, Bollywood offers a story of maternal heroism, where a mother becomes both protector and saviour, taking centre stage in a narrative traditionally dominated by male leads. "Maa" enters this lineage with Kajol in the titular role, a choice that immediately draws attention. The film, currently streaming on Netflix, blends horror with mythology to weave a narrative that pits a mother’s fierce love against supernatural forces rooted in Bengali folklore. Set in Chandrapur, West Bengal, the story is anchored in the legend of Raktabeej and the fierce presence of Kali Maa, aiming to merge ancient myth with contemporary familial stakes. On paper, the premise is ambitious: a mother willing to defy mortal and supernatural odds to protect her child, all while exploring broader social themes, particularly the value of a girl child in a patriarchal setting.

Made 91 years ago, “Dhruva” (1934) is the sole film Kazi Nazrul Islam directed—co-helmed with Satyendranath Dey—and is widely noted in Bengali cinema history for placing the national poet behind the camera as both director and actor.

For decades, Mustafa Monwar’s work has stood at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. His puppetry transformed the medium into an art form of depth and wonder, while his watercolors—delicate yet powerful—continue to inspire awe. To generations of Bangladeshis, he is more than an artist; he is a cultural institution.

The new adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel "Frankenstein", directed by Mexico's Guillermo del Toro, portrays a sad, sensitive creature craving affection and knowledge, and instead confronted by anger and hatred.

Over the years, Prova has appeared in numerous dramas and commercials but never in a film. Now, after nearly two decades in the industry, she is finally stepping onto the big screen.

It took Park Chan-wook two decades to bring his latest film "No Other Choice" to the screen, but the South Korean director said on Friday the story's core theme of job insecurity was more relevant than ever as technologies march into the workplace.

Channing Tatum, Oscar Isaac, and Zazie Beetz are joining forces for “Kockroach”, an upcoming crime drama based on a novel with the same name by William Lashner, who published it under the pseudonym Tyler Knox.

Ryan Gosling is set to make his mark in a galaxy far, far away. Filmmaker Shawn Levy has begun production in the UK on Lucasfilm’s latest venture, “Starfighter.” The film boasts an ensemble cast featuring Amy Adams, Aaron Pierre of “Rebel Ridge”, Flynn Gray of “Wednesday”, Simon Bird of “The Inbetweeners”, Jamael Westman of “Good Grief”, and Daniel Ings of “The Gentlemen.” 

Julia Roberts and director Luca Guadagnino defended their new film “After the Hunt” at the Venice Film Festival after being questioned about whether it undermines the #MeToo movement.

"I am fortunate that in the initial years of my career, I got the opportunity to work with such great filmmakers,” recalls Sadia Ayman from one of her old interviews with The Daily Star. Her aim for the stars led her to a place where she is now making her mark in the glittering world of showbiz.

Aimed at pre-primary and primary level children, “Sisimpur” began its journey in 2005. The characters Halum, Ikri Mikri, Shiku, and Tuktuki quickly became popular among children.

George Clooney and Emma Stone star in two films premiering at the Venice Film Festival yesterday. Clooney plays a famous actor on a soul-searching journey in Noah Baumbach’s “Jay Kelly”, while Stone appears as the CEO of a pharmaceutical company in Yorgos Lanthimos’s “Bugonia”.

Director Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz has returned with a new television drama, “Sohojatri”, which pairs actors Farhan Ahmed Jovan and Naznin Nahar Niha for the first time. The drama is set to air soon, with audiences already buzzing over the on-screen chemistry between the two.

Sanjoy Somadder’s “Insaaf” is set for its digital debut after making waves in theatres last Eid-ul-Azha. The film begins streaming on Chorki on September 4 at 12:01am.

Bangladeshi filmmaker has been honoured with the Best Emerging Director award at the Astar Awards for his film “Boli: The Wrestler.” Earlier, he had received nominations in two categories—Best Screenwriter and Best Debut Director—for the same project. Just three days after the nominations were announced, the good news arrived on Wednesday (August 27) confirming his win.

Oscar-nominated actor Amy Adams and "Doctor Who" star Matt Smith are joining the cast of the upcoming movie "Star Wars: Starfighter," Walt Disney, opens new tab announced on Thursday (August 29).