Robi served legal notice by National Poet’s family

Khilkhil Kazi, granddaughter of Kazi Nazrul Islam, has served Robi Axiata Limited with a legal notice for defaming the national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam by using Rabindranath Tagore's photo instead of his in a social media post dedicated to Nazrul on his birth anniversary.
6 June 2021, 16:01 PM

New teaser for ‘Loki’ reveals where he went after ‘Avengers: Endgame’

A new teaser of “Loki” was released recently, hinting at the God of Mischief's location, following his escape from “Avengers: Endgame”. Marvel Cinematic Universe fans would remember that the character was seen stealing the Tesseract and slipped out of Tony Stark's tower when the Avengers from the future crossed his path.
6 June 2021, 11:33 AM

Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation expresses dissatisfaction over budget for cultural activities

The Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation has been demanding that one percent of the national budget be allocated to cultural affairs. However, it was not implemented in the budget this time. For this, the federation has expressed their dissatisfaction in a statement.
6 June 2021, 11:09 AM

Dilip Kumar hospitalised after complaining of breathlessness

Veteran Hindi film actor Dilip Kumar was admitted to a hospital recently. His wife and yesteryear actor Saira Banu confirmed the news to Indian media.
6 June 2021, 07:02 AM

Yami Gautam ties the knot

Popular Indian actor Yami Gautam tied the knot with director Aditya Dhar. The couple made the announcement by sharing a photo from their wedding ceremony.
6 June 2021, 06:40 AM

From billboards to Cannes: Afia Tabassum Borno shares her journey

Chances are, you are already familiar with Afia Tabassum Borno, owing to the numerous television commercials and billboard ads that she has starred in. The English department student from ULAB has now etched her name in history, having starred in an important role in Abdullah Mohammad Saad directorial “Rehana Maryam Noor”. The film is the first Bangladeshi project to be officially selected in the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.
6 June 2021, 06:25 AM

Bappa Mazumder’s upcoming compilation of singles to feature celebrated singers

Popular musician Bappa Mazumder is set to launch his new venture, with some of the most celebrated singers of the country. The songs, composed by Mazumder himself, will be released serially on his official YouTube channel.
5 June 2021, 12:11 PM

“Rehana Maryam Noor” was extremely rewarding as an actor - Kazi Sami Hasan

Kazi Sami Hasan recently debuted in the film industry with Abdullah Mohammad Saad’s sensational production “Rehana Maryam Noor”, which is the first Bangladeshi film to be officially selected in the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Being a businessperson, the actor has also developed a keen industry in filmmaking and acting over the years. He first appeared on TV in "Modhuren Shomapoyet" in 2008. Written and directed by Ashfaque Nipun, the fiction brought together Tahsan and Mithila together on screen for the very first time, where Sami played a short but memorable role of Mithila's on-screen boyfriend. He also directed a short film titled “Fruit Cake”. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, the actor shares his experience of working in “Rehana Maryam Noor”.
5 June 2021, 09:36 AM

Biggest 'Harry Potter' themed store in the world opens in NYC

New York City's flagship Harry Potter store, which was the first of its kind opened on June 3 in Flatiron District, with people swarming the area for their first venture in it. Before its opening, the line already stretched down the block.
5 June 2021, 06:21 AM

All you need to know about ‘Rehana Maryam Noor’ director Abdullah Mohammad Saad

Director Abdullah Mohammad Saad's film “Rehana Maryam Noor” has been selected under Cannes Film Festival’s Un Certain Regard section, which honours films that tell non-traditional stories. This makes it the first Bangladeshi film to be officially selected for the prestigious festival.
5 June 2021, 05:58 AM

Painting during a pandemic

After more than a year into the coronavirus pandemic, we are still largely confined to the four walls of our homes. But for painters, by and large, this has always been the case.
4 June 2021, 18:00 PM

Bubly on her upcoming ventures

Shabnom Bubly started her career as a television news presenter, making her silver screen debut with“Bossgiri” in 2016. The actor has recently started shooting for multiple projects, including “Leader: Amie Bangladesh” where she will share the screen with Shakib Khan. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, the star speaks about her upcoming projects and more.
4 June 2021, 18:00 PM

Reflecting upon life through Manipuri dance

Acclaimed Manipuri dancer Samina Husain Prema came across her student, Mohima Shwagota, nearly a decade ago. At the time, Prema had just started conducting dance lessons. Over the years, the two have grown together in their pursuit of classical Manipuri dance. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, Prema and her protégé Shwagota speak about their bond, and more.
4 June 2021, 18:00 PM

Anthony Bourdain’s early years spotlighted in ‘Roadrunner’ documentary trailer

Three years after his death, audiences are set to get a closer look at Anthony Bourdain’s life. The first trailer of the documentary, “Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain,” shows crucial moments from when he was just starting out, all the way up to his final years. Directed by Morgan Neville, the documentary explores the life of the renowned chef, piecing together footage from around the world, past interviews, and current interviews with his friends, fellow chefs, and closest associates.
4 June 2021, 15:40 PM

“I cried when I found out Rehana Maryam Noor was officially selected for Cannes” - Badhon

Director Abdullah Mohammad Saad's “Rehana Maryam Noor” became the first Bangladeshi film to feature in a major segment in the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Noted actor Azmeri Haque Badhon, who plays the lead role in the film, was overwhelmed at the announcement.
4 June 2021, 06:37 AM

Cannes lineup features Wes Anderson, Sean Penn, Leox Carax

The Cannes Film Festival on Thursday unveiled a lineup of films from big-name auteurs — including Wes Anderson, Asghar Farhadi, Mia Hansen-Løve and Sean Penn — for its 74th edition, an in-person, summertime event that aims to make a stirring return in July after being canceled last year because of the pandemic.
4 June 2021, 04:47 AM

Cameras roll on film sets amid pandemic

With theatrical releases being tough for the last few months, producers took a step back when it comes to releasing new films in this pandemic. While shooting took new turns in adapting to the ‘new normal’, audiences have also been apprehensive of visiting cinema halls. Nevertheless, shooting for new projects has begun.
3 June 2021, 14:39 PM

“Rehana Maryam Noor” becomes the first Bangladeshi film to feature in Cannes Film Festival major segment

France’s Cannes Film Festival, arguably the most prestigious film festival in the world, has officially selected Bangladeshi filmmaker Abdullah Mohammad Saad’s film “Rehana Maryam Noor” in its Un Certain Regard section.
3 June 2021, 11:19 AM

Trailer of Chorki’s upcoming web series “Morichika” premieres

The trailer of the upcoming web series “Morichika” premiered on Chorki’s official Facebook page today at 6 pm. The series, directed by Shihab Shaheen, is produced by Redoan Rony.
2 June 2021, 15:12 PM

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ reboot to release in 2023

Seth Rogen’s “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” movie is set to be released in 2023. Fans of the superhero quartet will have to wait over two years to catch the latest movie adaptation of their story come to life, as Seth Rogen – who is producing the new project – has confirmed the film won’t be released until August 11, 2023.
2 June 2021, 08:37 AM