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New Valentine’s Day song brings Abir Sadaf and ‘Laage Ura Dhura’ singer together in AI-crafted music video
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Hania Aamir coming to Bangladesh
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TV & Film
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‘Kaanta Laga’ fame Shefali Jariwala dies at 42
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Music
International Jazz Day Special / A jazz sanctuary amidst Dhaka’s familiar chaos
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MUSINGS / The journey of 'Khwabnama' from a novel to a play
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Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
24 September 2022, 09:03 AM
Books & Literature
10 timeless creations by Pop Guru Azam Khan
It is exactly eleven years that Pop Guru Azam Khan left us for good. On June 5, 2011, he lost his battle to cancer. The legendary musician was the pioneer of rock music in Bangladesh, who played a vital role in bringing the change in the music industry of his time. His timeless tracks are still loved by the young generation, for generating positive energy and waking one’s inner voice to raise against oppression.
5 June 2022, 13:25 PM
Amber Heard scenes to be replaced in ‘Aquaman 2’?
After losing the defamation trial against ex-husband Johnny Depp, rumours have been circulating whether the actress will appear in the sequel of “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom”.
5 June 2022, 11:12 AM
Nachiketa voices Joy Shahriar’s composition
Prominent Indian musician Nachiketa Chakraborty has lent his voice to renowned musician and composer Joy Shahriar on his latest song “Shanti Ashuk Phirey”. The lyrics of the track has been penned by Enamul Kabir Sujan, and the song was recorded at Fusion Pro Studios in Kolkata.
4 June 2022, 13:24 PM
Grateful that ‘Bachelor Point’ welcomed me in their gang: Parsa Evana
Parsa Evana started her journey in acting with the Anjan Aich directorial tele-fiction “Ponchomir Chaand”, after she became the champion of “Channel I Shera Nachiye 2014”. Exploring her options in arts, the trained Bharatnatyam dancer’s performance in Mabrur Rashid Banna’s “Nine and a half” brought her much attention from viewers.
3 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Korean adaptation of ‘Money Heist’ coming this month
The Netflix original series “Money Heist” has been one of the biggest hits of the platform since its release. An alteration of the show will be released on the streaming platform, but this time it’s the Korean version. Titled as “Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area,” the trailer has recently been dropped on YouTube.
3 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Direct registration opens for Coke Studio Bangla concert
Coke Studio Bangla has finally made tickets for their upcoming concert on June 9, 2022 available for the general masses. Previously, registration required you to purchase multiple bottles of Coke, and use the unique codes under the bottlecaps for registration.
3 June 2022, 18:00 PM
‘Weaving the Art of the Hills’ concludes today
Showcasing the vivid beauty of the mountains, Abinta Kabir Foundation organised the exhibition titled “Weaving the Art of the Hills” at Abinta Gallery of Fine Arts, Badda, Dhaka. Curated by noted artist, Kanak Chanpa Chakma, the exhibition showcases significant artworks by young indigenous artists who reside in Rangamati.
3 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Why are pan masala ads landing celebrities in legal trouble?
In India, tobacco is an incredible money-making business. Pan Masala is an Indian smokeless tobacco product that is both addictive and carcinogenic. The government, anti-tobacco crusaders, and civil society are increasingly scrutinizing both the smoking and smokeless groups of the industry. To get around the legislation and health-conscious detractors, both groups have turned to subtle and deceitful methods of surrogate advertising.
3 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Amber Heard was “demonized” by Johnny Depp’s legal team, says her lawyer
Amber Heard was “demonized” by ex-husband Johnny Depp’s legal team and excoriated on social media during a sensational defamation trial that ended with a jury ordering her to pay Depp $15 million, Heard’s lawyer said Thursday.
3 June 2022, 12:16 PM
‘22nd Bangladesh Udichi Shilpigoshthi National Conference’ begins
he “22nd Bangladesh Udichi Shilpigoshthi National Conference” began yesterday at the capital’s Mohanagor Natyo Mancha.
The three-day event kicked off with the national anthem and Udichi's very own organisational song 'Udichi Amon E Ek Ayna'. The artistes of Udichi greeted the audience with two melodious cultural songs, paying a tribute to Bangali folk culture.
3 June 2022, 12:05 PM
Why did Prabhas stop shooting for ‘Salaar’?
Actor Prabhas, of “Baahubali” fame, has stopped shooting for his upcoming Prashanth Neel directorial film “Salaar”. Reportedly, the actor had recently undergone a minor surgery and is currently in recovery.
3 June 2022, 10:29 AM
‘Agamikal’ releases today, Emon excited
The actor is playing one of the important roles in Anjan Aich directorial "Agamikal" which releases today, in 30 cinema halls across the country.
3 June 2022, 10:12 AM
SRK stuns in the first look of ‘Jawan’
Bollywood’s King of romance, Shah Rukh Khan, has reinvented his look as one can see in his new, fresh look for the upcoming film “Jawan”. The first teaser trailer of the Atlee directorial has just dropped today.
3 June 2022, 09:46 AM
Tahsan and Tanjin Tisha’s ‘Money Machine’ to release online
Tanjin Tisha and Tahsan’s web-film “Money Machine” will be released on June 4 RTV plus at 8pm. The web-film was first premiered in RTV during Eid.
2 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Two decades in showbiz for Sajal
In his twenty-year career, Sajal has marked a special place in the industry not only for his acting prowess, for his chocolate boy image as well.
2 June 2022, 18:00 PM
Queen Elizabeth bestows Nadia Samdani with MBE award
Renowned British-Bangladeshi art patron Nadia Samdani has been appointed as a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by Queen Elizabeth II. MBE is considered the third highest-ranking Order of the British Empire award.
2 June 2022, 18:00 PM
No Filmfare Award for KK amidst 6 nominations
Krishnakumar Kunnath (KK) did not receive a Filmfare Award, despite creating numerous timeless songs as a leading singer in Bollywood.
2 June 2022, 13:25 PM
Depp’s legal win against Heard: Where do they go from here?
A jury’s finding that both Johnny Depp and Amber Heard were defamed during their long-running public dispute capped a lurid six-week trial that also raised questions about whether the two actors can overcome tarnished reputations.
2 June 2022, 13:11 PM
Pinkett Smith on hair-loss disorder, turns husband Will Smith's blowup into 'teachable moment'
Jada Pinkett Smith turned her husband’s Oscar-night blowup into a teachable moment about alopecia areata, the hair-loss disorder affecting her and millions of others that, in some cases, can impact a person’s sense of identity.
2 June 2022, 08:32 AM
Ferdous-Nipun back on screen
The duo of Ferdous and Nipun, popular for their films “Bayanno Theke Ekattor”, “Shorgo Theke Norok”, “Obujh Bou” and “Ontordhan”, among others, are coming back yet again to the silver screen with “Sujon Majhi”.
1 June 2022, 18:00 PM