Nasir Uddin Khan — best known for his breakout role in the web series “Myself Allen Swapan” — has been signed for a significant part in Shakib Khan’s upcoming Eid-release, “Prince”, its producer Shirin Sultana confirmed.

A devastating fire on November 25 destroyed more than a thousand homes in the Korail slum of Mohakhali, Dhaka. It took over five hours and the effort of 19 Fire Service units to bring the blaze under control, leaving many families without shelter.

Cyberbullying is a growing global concern, intensified by rapid technological advances. Women, whether public figures or ordinary individuals, increasingly face online harassment, abusive comments, and AI-generated content, affecting their mental health and social life—often worsened by victim-blaming. Many of these acts are criminal offences, yet questions remain about accountability and legal protection. To explore these issues, we spoke with singer Dola Rahman, a Barrister-at-Law and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

The auditorium at Goethe-Institut Bangladesh turns into an unconventional stage on November 29 as “AI Mafia Boyfriend”, an experimental performance created by Katerina Don for Sister Library, unfolds before a packed audience. Instead of a conventional play, the production operates as a participatory social experiment examining loneliness, emotional labour, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in intimate life.

Popular singer Imran Mahmudul has stepped into a new chapter of his life as he and his wife welcomed their first child, a baby girl. The artiste shared the news with fans through a Facebook post today, expressing gratitude and joy at becoming a father.

After months of speculation — fueled by actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu frequently sharing glimpses of director Raj Nidimoru on Instagram — the actress has now put all rumours to rest by confirming not just their relationship, but also their hush-hush wedding.

Galleri Kaya is set to inaugurate its latest group exhibition, “Glimpses”, marking 54 years of Bangladesh’s Independence through the works of 12 prominent contemporary and modern Bangladeshi artists.

Disney’s “Zootopia 2” has broken a major box-office record in China, overtaking the single-day earnings benchmark previously held by “Avengers: Endgame”. The animated sequel earned $104 million from ticket sales in just one day, marking the strongest opening for a US film in the market since 2021, according to Deadline.

Boman Irani, who stepped behind the camera for the first time this year with his debut feature “The Mehta Boys”, has revealed that he is already developing his next film as director. The veteran actor turns a year older tomorrow and says he is eager to push himself creatively.

“Nishi”, the first Bangladeshi film to win the prestigious Environmental Media Association (EMA) Award in the United States, is set for its Bangladesh premiere next week. According to production house International Academy of Film and Media, the film will be screened on December 6 at 3pm at the German Cultural Centre in Dhaka as part of the European Film Festival.

James Cameron has drawn a hard line against AI-generated performers, calling the technology a threat to the core of filmmaking.

Chhayanaut has announced an expansion of its online activities as Chhayanaut Digital marks its first anniversary, unveiling a slate of research-led programming, archive-based presentations and projects dedicated to preserving cultural memory.

The Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS), one of the country’s oldest and most influential voluntary organisations in the film society movement, announced its new executive committee today.

At 6:30pm yesterday, the Yamaha Flagship Centre in Tejgaon transformed into a hub of creative energy as aspiring guitarists and young music-makers gathered for the third edition of the Guitar Masterclass (GMC) Session. Leading the programme was none other than Miles frontman Hamin Ahmed, who brought with him decades of experience and an instinctive understanding of what it means to make music in a rapidly shifting industry.

Leading the charge was the iconic Miles frontman, Hamin Ahmed, who distilled decades of experience into an unforgettable session for the assembled talent. Organised by Team Alpha, the masterclass was a dynamic blend of deep technical instruction and a rare, intimate look into the maestro's creative process.

MTV kick-started a new era of music and pop culture in 1981, when it went on air for the first time, emblematically playing "Video Killed the Radio Star" as its debut music video

The festival, running from December 1 to 31, will feature daily performances at 6:30 pm at the Experimental Theatre Hall. Jatra troupes from various parts of Bangladesh have registered to participate in the event.

The 90-second commercial features the actor transforming into multiple characters including an actor, pilot, archer, elderly professor, talk show host, and wedding registrar. Throughout the video, Shakib performs energetic dance sequences while switching between these diverse roles.

The narrative centres on Joya, a confident and outspoken woman whose domestic life with husband Asif and daughter Tusi is stable until casual remarks from relatives and acquaintances begin to undermine her dignity.

Written and directed by Tarek Rahman, the drama stars Farhan Ahmed Jovan and Keya Akter Payel in lead roles. The production examines the lives of individuals caught in the pursuit of becoming rich through unethical means.