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24 January 2026, 12:23 PM
TV & Film
Apu Biswas returns to OTT with ‘Shikar’
24 January 2026, 11:48 AM
TV & Film
The economic mood shaping modern cinema
24 January 2026, 11:20 AM
TV & Film
BTS’ upcoming album sets new milestone with record-breaking preorders
24 January 2026, 11:10 AM
Music
Vicky Zahed to direct romantic thriller ‘Pulsirat’
24 January 2026, 11:02 AM
TV & Film
Showbiz Special / 18 months, few good films: Does July need historical distance to reflect on?
24 January 2026, 09:30 AM
TV & Film
Duronto TV unveils lineup for latest season
23 January 2026, 18:58 PM
‘He was one of a kind’: Nayak Raj Razzak remembered by his leading ladies
23 January 2026, 14:19 PM
Ilias Javed’s wife declines posthumous honours
23 January 2026, 12:18 PM
TV & Film
Oscar nominations 2026 full list: ‘Sinners’ leads with record 16 nods
23 January 2026, 11:48 AM
TV & Film
Situation in Ukraine ‘devastating’, says Priyanka
Taking a stand against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas called Russia’s actions “terrifying”.
26 February 2022, 18:00 PM
The Father of the Nation through graphic novels
As I sifted through the pages of “Mujib”, the graphic novel series depicting the Father of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s life, I could not help but think of how many generations of children could have benefited from this remarkable portrayal of the Father of the Nation.
25 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Habiba Nowrose’s ‘Tongue Tied’ is an intriguing reimagining of Bengali cuisine
Embracing, adoring and nurturing traditional Bengali cuisine in a picturesque manner - Habiba Nowrose’s “Tongue Tied” opened today at La Galerie, Alliance Francaise de Dhaka.
25 February 2022, 15:15 PM
Hollywood star Sean Penn in Ukraine to continue work on documentary
Filmmaker and actor Sean Penn is in Ukraine to continue work on a documentary about the ongoing Russian assault.
25 February 2022, 04:57 AM
Final season of ‘Peaky Blinders’ out on Feb 27
The acclaimed series “Peaky Blinders” is officially set to return for a sixth and final season on February 27.
17 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Zayed Khan serves legal notice for contempt of court to Nipun
Film actor Zayed Khan has served a contempt of court notice to actress Nipun Akter for taking over as the general secretary (GS) of Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association (BFAA) in violation of the Appellate Division’s order.
16 February 2022, 11:33 AM
Ekushey Boi Mela: where stars appear on pages
Alongside renowned authors, noted celebrities publish books during the Ekushey Boi Mela. Due to their obvious popularity, these books also tend to perform well at the fair.
14 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury in ICU with Covid-19
Celebrated astrologer and lyricist Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a private hospital in Dhaka.
11 February 2022, 12:24 PM
I will always regret not meeting her in person: Ferdausi Rahman
Ekushey Padak-winning singer Ferdausi Rahman shared her regrets for not being able to meet legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar in person. In conversation with The Daily Star, the singer spoke about her admiration for the maestro.
6 February 2022, 12:39 PM
Every year on my birthday, she would send me a sari: Runa Laila
Much like the rest of the world, Bangladesh’s music industry was shocked by the demise of eminent singer Lata Mangeshkar. Celebrated singer Runa Laila wrote a description of her bonding with the legendary singer. Runa Laila first met Lata Mangeshkar in 1974, at a concert in Mumbai, where Lata Mangeshkar was the chief guest. It was Runa Laila’s first concert in India.
6 February 2022, 11:32 AM
Revisiting 5 memorable songs of Lata Mangeshkar
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar breathed her last today at the age of 92. The Nightingale of India was born on September 28, 1929. She began her singing career when she was 13.
6 February 2022, 09:02 AM
7 eminent artistes to receive Ekushey Padak this year
Twenty-four eminent personalities will get the country's second highest civilian award, the Ekushey Padak, this year in recognition of their contributions to various fields.
3 February 2022, 08:52 AM
Tahsan and Arnob join hands as Coca-Cola Bangladesh ambassadors
Coca-Cola Bangladesh has signed popular singers and music composers - Tahsan Khan and Shayan Chowdhury Arnob as brand ambassadors for the renowned brand.
25 January 2022, 11:38 AM
‘Adopt a homeless child’, Taslima slams surrogacy as Priyanka announces motherhood
Author Taslima Nasrin has slammed the process of giving birth via surrogacy, saying that such a process exists since there are poor women who get exploited in the process.
22 January 2022, 15:45 PM
Dhaka Int'l Film Festival: Surprisingly solid, disappointingly under-appreciated
English in many different accents: Indian, Polish, European, Egyptian, Iranian, Russian, and many more, started echoing like a drum roll in my ears when I entered the director’s lounge at the 20th Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF).
19 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Comic actor Betty White passes away at 99
Comedic actress Betty White, who capped a career of more than 80 years by becoming America's geriatric sweetheart after Emmy-winning roles on television sitcoms "The Golden Girls" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," has died less than three weeks shy of her 100th birthday, People magazine said on Friday, quoting her agent.
31 December 2021, 20:09 PM
Stars pledge for a better 2022
I wish to see a world, where we could rejoice together on different occasions. Being an actor, I also hope that I get to play characters that help me grow, and refine my craft.
31 December 2021, 18:00 PM
Biggest celebrity weddings of 2021
After over a year of almost no social ceremonies for the pandemic, things in the entertainment industry began to perk up as celebrities around the globe tied the knot.
31 December 2021, 11:29 AM
Gone but not forgotten: Stars we lost in 2021
As we approach the New Year, The Daily Star takes a moment to mourn the stars we lost in 2021.
31 December 2021, 10:49 AM
India’s Harnaaz Sandhu becomes Miss Universe 2021
Harnaaz Sandhu of India was crowned the 70th Miss Universe on Sunday, topping a field of some 80 contestants in a pageant that was touched by politics and the pandemic.
13 December 2021, 04:07 AM