Dan McGrath, the Emmy-winning writer whose sharp, playful mind helped shape the golden years of “The Simpsons”, died on November 14 at the age of 61.

The documentary aims to capture not only the technical difficulties of high-altitude climbing but the personal cost and determination behind a landmark achievement in Bangladeshi mountaineering.

Runa Laila has always been more than a legendary voice. She is an icon of beauty, style and charisma, someone whose influence has never faded. She still holds a special place in the hearts of young listeners. She is also one of the rare artistes who connects Bangladesh, India and Pakistan through her music, and reminds us why art crosses borders.

Reflecting on the piece, Runa Laila shared, “ 'Mast Qalandar' has always been close to my heart. To perform it again in a new style alongside younger musicians has been a rewarding experience, and I am happy that this song finds life across generations.”

Since news broke in the media about the arrest warrant issued against Mehazabien, the complainant has been unreachable. The phone number listed for the complainant’s lawyer in the case file is also marked as “suspended”.

With “Soldier”, Tanjin Tisha steps into the cinema after establishing herself as one of television’s most recognisable faces, making her debut one of the most anticipated transitions of the year.

“The Soul of Jute” invites visitors to engage with the material’s deep roots in Bangladesh’s heritage and its growing relevance in sustainable design. The exhibition positions jute not only as an agricultural product but as a bridge connecting craft, culture, and tourism—reflecting the work of local artisans and the imagination of contemporary designers.

Boseman died at 43 after a private four-year battle with colon cancer—an illness he kept hidden while delivering some of the most memorable performances in contemporary film.

Legendary South Asian vocalist Runa Laila — who has sung in 18 languages over her six-decade long career, including Bangla, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Urdu, Sindhi and English — is set to release a new rendition of her iconic track “Dama Dam Mast Qalandar” on Coke Studio Bangla. The song will be published today on the platform’s official YouTube channel.

Through her production house, the actress plans to fulfill her directorial vision. “Yes, I have plans to start with short content. I might begin with small projects, but at the end of the day, I have always had this passion to create my own work.”

Echoing similar sentiments, legendary lyricist Liton Adhikari Rintu remarked, “Reading how the author has portrayed my life moved me deeply. I had never looked back on my journey in this way. Beyond my own story, I discovered many unknown details about my fellow lyricists. “Geetijibon” will undoubtedly stand as an invaluable chronicle in the history of Bangladeshi music.”

Bollywood actors Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa have become parents for the first time, announcing the arrival of their baby girl on the same day they celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary.

Director Kochi Khondokar and actor Mosharraf Karim — a duo known for their long-standing creative partnership — are set to reunite on the big screen for a new feature film centred on football.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan attended a grand unveiling ceremony in Mumbai yesterday, joining Rizwan Sajan, founder and chairman of the Dubai-based Danube Group, to announce a landmark real estate project named Shahrukhz.

Posting two photos from their simple marriage registration ceremony, Amitabh wrote, “Yes, it’s now official. Promise to live life with light and shadow. Let’s roll babe Mushficaa Maasud.”

When “Little Miss Chaos” premiered on Chorki, audiences were instantly drawn to Ira — a fiery, bold young woman played by newcomer Sadnima Binte Noman. Her natural, unfiltered performance captured hearts and introduced a promising new face to Bangladesh’s OTT scene.

Mushficaa Maasud holds a law degree from Liverpool John Moores University in the UK. She later studied Post Production at Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema in New York, followed by Film Production at Brooklyn College. Her short film “The Anniversary” won a USD 10,000 award at a film festival in the United States.

Chappell’s family described her in a Facebook statement as a brilliant, adventurous, and warm-hearted woman whose enthusiasm touched everyone she met. Her sister, Jennifer Ringwald, remembered her as “fearless,” adding that Katherine approached life with boundless passion despite her small frame.

She made her debut with Chetan Anand’s 1946 film “Neecha Nagar” which won the Palm d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. She appeared in films like “Nadiya Ke Paar” (1948), “Ziddi” (1948), “Shabnam” (1949), “Biraj Bahu” (1954), “Jailor” (1958) and “Shaheed” (1965). She also played the role of Shahid Kapoor’s grandmother in the 2019 film “Kabir Singh”.

The evening concluded to thunderous applause, as Srotar Ashor reaffirmed its commitment to continue nurturing Bengali culture in Melbourne for the next two decades—a testament to the community’s enduring love and cultural spirit.