Several films are expected to hit theatres this upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, with announcements already made for titles including “Prince”, “Domm”, “Rakkhosh”, “Bonolota Express” and “Pinik”, among others. The list has now expanded with the addition of “Bonolata Sen”.

Alongside her ongoing projects for the big screen and OTT platforms, actress Bidya Sinha Mim has recently stepped into the cricketing spotlight as well. The actress was seen in Dhaka at a recent event alongside former Pakistani star fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar.

Academy members from multiple branches cast votes in preliminary rounds covering animated short film, documentary feature, documentary short, international feature, live action short, makeup and hairstyling, original score, original song, sound and visual effects. This year introduced two new shortlist categories: achievement in casting and best cinematography.

The younger son of Hollywood filmmaker and political activist Rob Reiner was formally charged on Tuesday with first-degree murder in the stabbing deaths of his parents, who were found slain in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.

The teaser of Bollywood web series “Jazz City” has brought Arifin Shuvoo’s much-anticipated Bollywood debut into focus, confirming his first appearance in a central role in a mainstream Indian project. Released yesterday (December 16) evening, the teaser has drawn attention for positioning the Bangladeshi actor at the heart of the narrative.

This year’s International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) will feature three Bangladeshi films across different competitive sections, marking a significant milestone for the country’s cinema on the global stage.

“For me, the key question is whether the content is politically correct. Whether what the screenwriter or filmmaker wants to say is truthful and responsible. If it is politically correct, I feel comfortable working on it. But if I feel that what is being said is not entirely true, then I might choose not to do the work.”

The decision, both deliberate and understated, has drawn widespread attention—not for spectacle, but for its quiet insistence on visibility and solidarity.

Gaston entered popular culture in Disney’s 1991 animated “Beauty and the Beast”, itself adapted from the classic French fairy tale about Belle, a bookish young woman who falls in love with a cursed prince and restores his humanity.

After nearly two years of being stalled by censorship hurdles, filmmaker Raihan Rafi’s web film “Omimangshito” has finally been released. The thriller began streaming on the iScreen platform from 7 pm on Monday and is available to viewers both in Bangladesh and abroad through subscription.

Popular actor Sabila Nur has described working opposite megastar Shakib Khan as the biggest achievement of her career this year, marking a significant turning point as she transitions from television to cinema.

Rewatching has quietly become one of the most dominant forms of entertainment consumption, even though it rarely gets framed that way. It is often dismissed as laziness, nostalgia, or lack of curiosity.

The sixth edition of the Filmfare OTT Awards was held in Mumbai on December 15, with several leading industry figures in attendance, including Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. The evening saw major wins across series, films and technical categories, with “Black Warrant”, “Paatal Lok Season 2” and “Khauf” emerging as the most awarded titles.

After July 2024, Bangladesh discovered a renewed sense of unity as the nation came together to stand against injustice. Over time, however, we began to notice divisions forming among the people. Some started questioning the very essence of our Liberation War itself. To confront this growing apathy and division, some cultural voices of the July movement divulge their take on what is at stake for the soul of our nation.

The nation will mark the 54th Victory Day with a comprehensive programme that combines spectacle and remembrance, featuring parachute displays, live music, theatre, television broadcasts, and community-led cultural events, all coordinated by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and different national TV channels.

Children’s television channel Duronto TV has announced a series of special programmes to mark Victory Day on December 16, aiming to inspire young viewers with the spirit and ideals of Bangladesh’s independence.

Tension-filled web film “Omimangshito” is set to premiere on OTT platform iScreen today. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Raihan Rafi, the film has already generated strong curiosity following the release of its trailer.

Filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner has died at the age of 78, along with his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, 68, after they were found dead at their home in Brentwood, Los Angeles. Authorities are investigating the incident as an apparent homicide, according to US media reports.

Actress Bidya Sinha Mim is set to work for the first time on a project for popular OTT platform Chorki. She recently signed a contract for an untitled Chorki original film, which is scheduled to go on the floors later this month. The film will be directed by Kazi Asad, who previously helmed the Chorki original series “Adhunik Bangla Hotel”, starring Mosharraf Karim.

Recently, Azmeri Haque Badhan has shared an inspiring story on losing 18kgs within 6 months. The actress who will start shooting for “Bonolota Express” today, told her fans what really motivated her to go through this transformative journey.