In Indian classical performance art, the Guru-Shishya Parampara plays an integral role. It is handed down from teachers to their disciples. Traditionally attributed to traveling bards in the North of Ancient India, called ‘Kathakars’ or storytellers,

Noted actor Ferdousi Majumdar has been entertaining the audience for decades. Known for her acclaimed performances in numerous plays, tele-fictions, and films, she is one of the towering figures of the entertainment arena. She played key roles in notable theatrical productions, and garnered praise as a director as well. In recognition of her outstanding contribution to the arts, Ferdousi Majumdar was awarded the Ekushey Padak, Independence Award, Shaheed Altaf Mahmud Padak, and Bangla Academy Award. The actor was born on this day in 1943 in Barishal. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, she looks back at her glorious career.

The recent incident regarding Pori Moni is a perfect example of how eager many netizens are to blame and jump to conclusions, with the 29-year old film star saying she was subjected to harassment, attempted rape and murder.

Nafeez Al Amin, besides being arguably the most energetic drummer in the music industry, had become a fully-fledged craftsman with Beshi Joss Customs a few years ago. What it originally started as a passion project for the Arbovirus drummer, is now a workshop of dreams for all sorts of musical instruments, especially custom-made guitars.

Popular OTT platform Hoichoi recently announced their next original series, “Mohanagar”, written and directed by Ashfaque Nipun. The eight-episode series is set to stream from June 25 on the platform. Hoichoi launched a short teaser, followed by the unveiling of all lead cast members, through character posters with a dialogue from each of them. The full trailer of the series will be unveiled on June 19.

Noted Bengali actor Swatilekha Sengupta passed away at a hospital in Kolkata earlier today (June 16), after a long battle with kidney ailments, according to media reports. She was 71. She is survived by husband Rudraprasad Sengupta and daughter Sohini. She was undergoing treatment at the private hospital, after being admitted there with renal problems.

The fourth general meeting of Singers Association of Bangladesh was held online yesterday. Around 50 musicians, from all across the country, were in attendance. The meeting started with tributes to eminent musicians of Bangladesh, and freedom fighters who fought for our country’s liberation. Joint Convener Kumar Bishwajit gave the welcome address and Hasan Abidur Reja Jewel presented the activities of the association for the last six months, to all members.

“Gone Girl” actor Lisa Banes died 10 days after being injured by a hit-and-run driver in New York City, police said.

Each year, the Government of Bangladesh provides grants to several full-length and short films. For the 2020-2021 budget year, as announced by the Ministry of Information on June 15.

In a recent press conference at her residence, film star Pori Moni shared an unpleasant incident, where she claimed that she was subject to harassment and an attempt to rape and murder. The actress spoke to The Daily Star at her Banani residence on Monday night about the night's torture, intimidation, lawsuits, artistes, and the struggles of ordinary women outside the media.

Industry stalwart Habib Wahid and promising young vocalist Marusha Namia have released their second single together – “Urey Cholechi”.

Today marks the birthday of noted actor Shabana, who stepped into the world of cinema in the 60s. She last appeared in the 1997 film, “Ghore Ghore Juddho”. In 2000, she permanently settled in the USA. She has been out of the limelight for over two decades.

A virtual press conference for the unveiling of Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s debut web series “Ladies and Gentlemen” was held today at 4 pm. The ZEE 5 original series will premiere globally on July 9.

Ned Beatty, the Oscar-nominated character actor who in half a century of American movies, including “Deliverance,” “Network” and “Superman,” was a booming, indelible presence in even the smallest parts, has died. He was 83.

Actress Pori Moni revealed the identity of the perpetrators who allegedly assaulted and attempted to rape her.

Film star Pori Moni posted a status on her verified Facebook page today, claiming attempted rape and murder. The actress addressed the post to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, asking for justice as a citizen of Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy announced the names of 20 recipients for its prestigious Shilpakala Padak 2019 and 2020.

Fawaz Rob’s artwork, “Long Walk Home” was voted as the best entry among all participants at PenhArt International Exhibition. Jurors and audience voted his work to be the best among eighty participants from all over the world, including France, Japan, USA, and UK.

Jahangir Rana is a poet and television presenter in Channel S, London, UK. He is well known as a lyricist in Bangladesh and the UK to Bengali music lovers. “Hiya”, a moulik song written and composed by him, has crossed 25 million views online. He spoke about his journey in a chat with The Daily Star.

Indian web series “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”, directed by Hansal and Jai Mehta, emerged as a mega hit last year. It was the highest user-rated show in IMDb’s Top 10 Indian Web Series of 2020 list. Now, it is the highest-rated Indian show on IMDb’s top 250 TV shows of all time. Currently, the series is ranked 9th on the list, which also includes “Band of Brothers”, “Breaking Bad”, “The Wire”, and “Chernobyl”, among others.