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Ms. Marvel in the making
A film based on Muslim superhero Ms Marvel is in development at Marvel Studios. The studio has plans for the character whose real name is Kamala Khan.
17 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Rudhirrongini A new play in town
The house was full; the audience was set to watch Rudhirrongini -- the first production of Hritmoncho, the new repertory team in town.
17 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Jamming with a Musical Family
Tabaq Cafe at Gulshan lights up every week with live music sessions by FamJamm, a project by popular singer and TV show host Alif Alauddin, her husband, Kazi Faisal Ahmed, her cousins, Farshid Alam and Nafius Salam Yani and her brother-in-law, Kazi Ishtiaque Ahmed.
17 May 2018, 18:00 PM
1 Minute Please: Shamim Hasan Sarkar
We caught up with the 'Squad Leader' for a rapid-fire interview! Shamim Hasan Sarkar came to the limelight in 2014 with his unique sense of humour and smash-hit YouTube channel 'Mango Squad', and never had to look back since. He has been featured in numerous tele-fictions, advertisements, music videos and more. During his spare time, the man of many talents likes to sip tea and make new tunes on his acoustic guitar.
17 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Kamal Ahmed receives "Rajshahi Betar Shilpee Shangstha Shammanona"
Noted Tagore Singer and Director of External Service, Bangladesh Betar Kamal Ahmed received Rajshahi Betar Shilpee Shangstha Shammanona at the Nanking Darbar Hall of Rajshahi city.
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM
The 'Queen' Still Reigns Supreme
After years of technical difficulties, the trailer for the Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody has emerged online. The film revolves around singer Freddie Mercury, guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor, and bass guitarist John Deacon who take the world by storm when they form the rock 'n' roll band in 1970. Queen faces a great challenge when Mercury's increasingly wild lifestyle starts to spiral out of control.
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM
'Superman' Star Margot Kidder Passes Away
Margot Kidder, the actor best known for playing ace reporter Lois Lane in the 1978 film Superman and its sequels has passed away peacefully at her home in Montana at age 69.
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Monalisa's Eid-ventures
After two long years, popular model and actor Mozeza Ashraf Monalisa returned to Bangladesh last month. Immediately after her arrival, she started working for the upcoming Eid TV fictions. She will also be appearing at various Eid events in the city.
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Totally Owned!
Owned has been at the forefront of the revolution that revitalised the rock music industry along with bands like Karnival, Poraho, Conclusion and S!N. Having recently released their second album, 'Owned 2' with critical acclaim, they have been unstoppable as one of the most sought after young rock bands in the country. The Daily Star caught up with the trailblazers before their performance at the Deadpool 2 premier at Star Cineplex!
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Maa vs Bou - Not what you'd think!
Bioscope's Maa vs Bou may give a very strange vibe when reading the title, but the much hyped web-series is actually a bonding session between mothers and their daughters-in-laws!
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Mehazabien and Shajal Back on Small-Screen!
Mehazabien Chowdhury, who came to the showbiz arena with beauty pageant Lux Channel i Superstar, and popular actor Shajal are an on-screen couple audiences adore. This year, the couple will come together for a special television drama for Eid, titled Ditiyo Jatrar Aagey. It is directed by Chayanika Chowdhury and written by Iffat Arefin Tony. The drama, which will be aired on Bangla Vision during Eid, narrates the
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
‘Sonai Madhab’ flies to China
Theatre troupe Loko Natyadal will stage their much-acclaimed production Sonai Madhab at Road and Belt Henan Art Festival 2018 in Henan, China. The festival began on May 14 and will continue till May 20. The troupe will stage two shows of the production on May 17 and 18 respectively.
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Sincerely Yours - Nuhash!
Nuhash Humayun has already proven his capabilities as a filmmaker with his television debut 'Hotel Albatross' and award winning short film 'Paper Frogs'. The young director now sets his sight on one of the most ambitious projects in Bangladeshi film history, as he talks about his future plans with The Daily Star.
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Mamo to play Chandramukhi!
Beloved National Award winning actor Zakia Bari Mamo will play the role of Chandramukhi in a telefilm inspired by Sarat Chandra's Devdas. Titled Jalsaagar, the telefilm is directed and written by Zakaraia Shoukhin. It is being produced for Eid.
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Mim Mantasha Superstar in the making
Winning the country's biggest pageant is not an ordinary feat. Mim Mantasha has won not just a crown, but also the hearts of millions. Awaiting a new journey, the Lux Channel i Superstar 2018 winner shares her story with The Daily Star.
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
TISHA preps for Eid
Small screen actor Tisha has found widespread acclaim regarding her performances on film, earning her a National Film Award recently. She has returned to her acting roots to focus on TV ventures for Eid. In a recent chat with The Daily Star, the artiste elaborates more on her new projects.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM
A promising debut
Hridmancho will be staging their first production drama titled Rudhir Rangini. The play is written and directed by Shubhashish Sinha and
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Nandita Das's Manto at Cannes Film Festival 2018
Based on the incidents of writer Saadat Hassan Manto's life, the film Manto has been chosen at the Cannes Film Festival. Directed by
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM
12 years of Nagarnat
With songs, dance and play, Nagarnat celebrated their 12 years of journey towards success in social awareness at the Muktaprangan of
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Poramon 2
The trailer for Bangladeshi romantic drama, Poramon 2 (Hell & Heaven) was released at the Cannes Film Festival 2018.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM