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Afsana Mimi to play Sheikh Fazilatunnesa in children’s film
Prominent actress Afsana Mimi and five-times National Film Award winning actor Ferdous will be sharing the screen for the first time. They have collaborated for the children’s film “Sheikh Russel-er Jonno Opekkha”, to be directed by Noor E Alam.
24 July 2022, 10:16 AM
“Beni Khuley” trending on Tiktok
Voiced by Habib Wahid and Muza, the song "Beni Khuley" is now trending on Tiktok. It released on Thursday, under the banner of Qinetic Music on YouTube.
24 July 2022, 02:50 AM
Moushumi coming back with “Deshantor”
Popular actress Moushumi starrer government granted film "Deshantor" is expected to hit the theatres on September this year.
23 July 2022, 12:39 PM
Mousumi Mou will represent Bangladesh in South Korea
Anchor, actress and mime artiste Mousumi Mou collaborated with young mime performer Mir Lokman to participate at the 31st Asia Solo Performance Festival 2022, to be held in Geochang, and Gangnam of South Korea. The event will be held from July 29-31. Their production “Colour, blood, and a scream” will be staged at the festival.
23 July 2022, 10:19 AM
India’s National Film Awards: Suriya, Ajay Devgn share Best Actor award
The winners of the 68th National Film Awards of India were revealed today in New Delhi. “Soorarai Pottru” won three awards, while “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” received two. Suriya and Ajay Devgn shared the Best actor award for their films “Soorarai Pottru” and “Tanhaji The Unsung Warrior”.
23 July 2022, 10:09 AM
Remembering the honest and natural voice of Amy Winehouse
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I found friendship, trust, and respect in him: Purnima
Popular actress Dilara Hanif Purnima only informed the media about her marriage two months after she officially tied the knot with Ashfaqur Rahman Robin.
22 July 2022, 06:14 AM
Faruque Ahmed back in direction
Faruque Ahmed made himself a household name, when he starred with beloved television show “Aaj Robibar”, as the character of Moti.
He is now is back in direction with his upcoming "Vong". He has also written the script for this drama.
21 July 2022, 11:44 AM
‘Liger’ trailer introduces Vijay as MMA fighter
The first trailer for Vijay Deverakonda's Bollywood debut film “Liger” has been released, and it explains why his character was referred to as a "crossbreed" in promotional posters.
21 July 2022, 10:28 AM
Films released this Eid-ul-Azha are performing better than last Eid
The films released on Eid-ul-Azha are doing better business than the ones released on Eid ul-Fitr this year, informed the authorities of both Star Cineplex and Blockbuster Cinemas.
20 July 2022, 14:32 PM
‘He was a one of a kind’
Today marks the death anniversary of legendary musician Kamal Dasgupta. Marking this day, his son, popular musician and frontman of celebrated band Miles, Hamin Ahmed took to Facebook to write an emotional post in memory of his father.
20 July 2022, 12:02 PM
‘Poran’ going strong, hall number increases to 55
Raihan Rafi’s latest film “Poran” has gone from strength to strength since its release. According to hall-owners, the film has performed the best among the three productions, which were released marking Eid.
20 July 2022, 11:50 AM
National dance-drama festival begins at BSA today
A three-day-long national dance-drama festival has begun in Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Wednesday. The festival will be inaugurated today, and will continue on July 24 and 25.
20 July 2022, 11:49 AM
The Colors of Youth: celebrating art across communities
“The Colors of Youth”, an exhibition run by Abu Subhan Welfare Trust (ASWT), was inaugurated at the capital’s Saifuddin Shilpalay, recently. The exhibition displayed artworks by underprivileged students from the indigenous communities residing in Bangladesh.
20 July 2022, 11:47 AM
Meghdol’s ‘E Hawa’ increases hype for anticipated film
Popular band Meghdol have released the fifth track for their upcoming album "Aluminium Er Dana", titled "E Hawa". The song is a collaboration between Meghdol and Facecard production for the upcoming film "Hawa", which is directed by Mejbaur Rahman Sumon.
20 July 2022, 11:12 AM
Celebrities did not respond to Ananta Jalil’s invitation to watch ‘Din-The Day’
74 celebrities from the film fraternity were invited to watch Ananta Jalil and Barsha starrer “Din-The Day”, on Monday at 7 pm, at the Jamuna Blockbuster Cinemas. However, majority of the artistes did not show up. Some artistes including the likes of Shahnur, Keya, D A Tayeb, Shirin Shila, among others were spotted on the screening of the film.
19 July 2022, 13:15 PM
Mani Ratnam hospitalised after testing positive for Covid-19
Mani Ratnam, who is preparing to release his much-anticipated “Ponniyin Selvan part 1”, was taken to a private hospital on Tuesday after experiencing some Covid-related symptoms in the previous few days.
19 July 2022, 13:03 PM
It is impossible to start his book and not finish it in one go: Jewel Aich
Magician Jewel Aich was a close friend of prolific writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed. They both made some great and beautiful memories together, which the artiste still cherishes.
On the occasion of the tenth death anniversary of the magician of words, Jewel shared his favourite book of Humayun Ahmed, in a recent interview with The Daily Star.
19 July 2022, 11:58 AM
Television channels pay homage to Humayun Ahmed
Today marks the 10th death anniversary of prolific writer, playwright and filmmaker, Humayun Ahmed. A variety of TV channels will be broadcasting special programmes today to pay tribute to the magician of words.
19 July 2022, 11:26 AM
“I stood in the same line twice for his autograph”
Today marks the death anniversary of noted writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed. Having worked together in projects like “Chandrakotha” and “Amar Ache Jol”, popular actor Ferdous walks down the memory lane, recalling his fond memories of the legendary writer.
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