Marvel Entertainment has released the first teaser for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, providing an exciting preview of the legendary superhero team’s introduction to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

French actor Juliette Binoche has been appointed as the president of the International Jury for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, which is set to take place in May. She succeeds last year's jury president, “Barbie” director Greta Gerwig.

Directed by Pradip Ghosh, the 18-minute-long short film will be screened on February 23 at the Matribhasha Chalachitra Utsab 2025 (Mother Language Film Festival) in the capital’s Dhanmondi area. The film captures the Mro people’s struggles, familial ties, and cultural identity, offering a rare insight into one of the country’s lesser-known indigenous communities.

“Priyo Maloti” captures the story of the otherwise ordinary life of Maloti Rani Das played by Mehzabien. The protagonist, newly married to Polash Kumar Das, is a warrior struggling to make ends meet. 

Today marks the birthday of this talented artiste. “I have been overwhelmed by people's love and affection. My well-wishers have sent greetings in various ways, and I feel wonderful. I spent the entire day with my family, which is rare in such a busy schedule,” shared Shatabdi.

Hulu is reportedly close to ordering a pilot for a sequel to the cult-favourite “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”, Variety has learned from sources.

The teaser, unveiled by Netflix India, suggests a gripping clash between the city's most ruthless gangsters and its most determined police force.

The announcement was made after a birthday message from Akshay Kumar, who hinted at a potential comeback of the beloved franchise. Tabu, who played a pivotal role in the first "Hera Pheri" film, joined the conversation on Instagram by sharing Akshay's birthday post for Priyadarshan. She added her comment, writing, “Of course, the cast won’t be complete without me @priyadarshan.official.”

After making rounds in international film festivals, Iqbal Hossain Chowdhury's directorial film “Boli” is now set to release in theatres across Bangladesh on February 7.

Shah Rukh Khan unveiled the title of his son Aryan Khan’s directorial debut at the Next on Netflix event in Mumbai, yesterday. The upcoming series, titled “The Ba*ds of Bollywood”, is set to premiere on Netflix later this year.

What is life if not a solitary journey, filled with challenges and surprises, treasured memories and emotions, friends and foes? If I told you that an animated film without any dialogue could fully capture the essence of solitude and life’s unpredictable turns, you might be surprised. “Flow” delivers exactly that surprise.

Alongside acting, Abul Hayat has been a renowned author for many years. His latest book, "Robi Poth", was published this year and is available at the Amar Ekushey Book Fair. "It took me a long time to complete this book. It will make me happy if readers enjoy it. They can get their copies from the book fair."

The Actors' Equity Bangladesh (Abhinayshilpi Sangha Bangladesh) has expressed deep concerns over increasing restrictions imposed on female artistes and performers. The issue gained attention after prominent actors including Mehazabien Chowdhury, Pori Moni, and Apu Biswas encountered disruptions while attending events such as restaurant and showroom inaugurations in recent weeks.

Talking about his co-star, the actor shared, “Mithila is a mature actress. She gained a lot of recognition for “Kajol Rekha” and received immense praise. Her performance in “Myself Allen Swapan” was also critically acclaimed. Right now, she is at the peak of her acting career. As a friend and co-actor, she is fantastic.”

Alamgir, one of the country's most iconic figures in cinema, is stepping into the world of podcasting for the first time. While the beloved star has earned his place in the hearts of audiences as a leading actor, he views himself simply as an artist—one who believes that a performer can never truly retire, though they may take breaks.

The once-popular actor Bapparaj has been away from the screens for eight years. Despite receiving offers, he did not take up any roles as they did not appeal to him. Now, he is ready to return to the screen, particularly marking his OTT debut with the web-series "Roktowrin".

Speaking to The Daily Star, Pori Moni confirmed her involvement in the project. "I will be portraying the character of Rupa in this film. Rupa will dance, fall in love, and even take part in action sequences.”

Recently, Madhavan addressed these issues, explaining that, at the time, stalking was considered the only way to pursue a woman.

Actor-turned-director Justin Baldoni has fulfilled his commitment to launching a website countering Blake Lively’s allegations against him. On February 1, thelawsuitinfo.com went live, showcasing two essential documents.

Since taking charge at the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has faced a steep learning curve. The director has had to learn to navigate the complexities of government bureaucracy and a febrile political climate, where controversies are quick to erupt.