Derived from the Greek words kallos (beauty) and graphein (to write), the art of Calligraphy is truly music to the eyes. The harmonious strokes of the letters unite to form a mesmerising piece of work – considered to be a major form of art, especially in the Middle East.

Channel i presents Lux Super Star's second runner-up, Samia Athoi, is going to star in an Eid telefilm this year. She has been shooting for the telefilm for the past two days.

Syed Iqbal is a renowned painter based in Dhaka, Bangladesh and Toronto, Canada. He is also a popular writer, who has 35 books to his credit in an illustrious four-decade career of writing novels, short stories and fiction.

For movie lovers, summer is a time of great meals, often with huge casts and even larger special effects all fighting for their attention.

Every year during Eid, renowned actor Shajal is engaged heavily in his work, and this year is no different. With a long list up his sleeve, he is completely tied up with an intense shooting schedule every day.

She is one of the most prominent singers in the industry at the moment. Her latest release 'O Hey Shyam' from the movie 'Poramon 2'

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to hand over the National Film Awards-2016 through a gala function at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Dhaka on July 8.

Shomriddha Shams Oyndri was barely three years old when she began accompanying her mother to her sister's dance classes. Renowned dancer Shamim Ara Nipa was her sister's dance teacher, who, looking at Oyndri's enthusiasm at a very young age, told her mother that the girl had a knack for dancing.

Agatha Christie fans are in for a delightful treat as her classic title The ABC Murders is headed for television. The ABC Murders is a joint venture production between Mammoth Screen and Agatha Christie Limited for BBC One.

Bidya Sinha Mim has been tremendously impressive on the silver screen in recent times. Now, she will be seen in a brand new television commercial and several exciting films. The commercial has been shot in Gazipur and Dhaka. Mim says she had fun working on the commercial as it was very story-based.

The action-packed trailer of Shakib Khan's Bhaijaan Elo Re was released recently and it looks fantastic. The upcoming Indo-Bangladesh venture features Shakib in a double role. The film, which has been shot at

The Embassy of the People's Republic of Bangladesh in Bhutan brings a most popular theatre production of Bangladesh in Thimpu, named Mohajoner Nao (The Boat of Infinity). It is a significant initiative taken by

Marking the 119th birth anniversary of our National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy arranged a programme, featuring a discussion and a cultural event at its Music and Dance Centre auditorium. Professor Hosne Ara Joly of the Department of Bangla, from Jagannath University discussed the life and works of the poet, while Jahangir Hossain Chowdhury, BSA secretary, presided over the programme.

Noted thespian, director and playwright Mamunur Rashid also spearheads Aranyak Natyadal, one of the most popular theatre troupes in Bangladesh. For many in the industry, the veteran artiste is a role model and is credited to have helped many find their break in the showbiz world. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, the artiste reflects on his memories, past accomplishments and more.

Young, talented and trending – Pritom Hasan carves a unique place for himself in our music industry, especially among the young urban crowd. In a conversation with Star Showbiz, the rising star he talks about his passions, inspirations and what drives his music.

It requires proper knowledge of Indian classical music to render the raga-based classics accurately, composed by Kazi Nazrul Islam.

The work of Kazi Nazrul Islam is still very relevant. However, the practices and promotions still need more exploration. Nazrul

Kazi Nazrul Islam was not simply a poet; he was a rebel, a philosopher and a revolutionary. He is the 'bidrohi kobi' who has long

For fans who just can't have enough of the Star Wars canon, the spinoff, Solo: A Star Wars Story releases today at Star Cineplex.

Kalpana Anam is a dedicated Nazrul artiste who has been working for the promotion of Kazi Nazrul Islam, his songs and philosophy.