Anushka Sharma is set to portray the role of Jhulan Goswami in her biopic, “Chakda Xpress” a Netflix original film.  The actress has been preparing herself to transform into the character, as she practices bowling. In a recent post on Instagram, she was captured bowling at the nets.

Two-time Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker Sean Penn is currently in Ukraine to work on a documentary about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis. The project is being produced by Vice Studios production in association with Vice World News and Endeavor Content.

As I sifted through the pages of “Mujib”, the graphic novel series depicting the Father of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s life, I could not help but think of how many generations of children could have benefited from this remarkable portrayal of the Father of the Nation.

Embracing, adoring and nurturing traditional Bengali cuisine in a picturesque manner -  Habiba Nowrose’s “Tongue Tied” opened today at La Galerie, Alliance Francaise de Dhaka.

Renowned actress Mithila had launched the series, “Ayra ar Maa er Obhijan”, highlighting the travels, adventures and friendship that she shares with her daughter, Ayra.

The Supreme Court dismissed the petition seeking an injunction on the release of “Gangubai Kathiawadi”, yesterday.

Celebrated actress Jaya Ahsan has been ruling hearts in Bangladesh and Kolkata for years.

Alia Bhatt is set to conquer the hearts of the audience with her performance in ace director Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Gangubai Kathiawadi”.

After bagging the National Film Award in 11 categories, the Gazi Rakayet directorial, “Gor” (The Grave) is set to return to movie theatres.

Celebrated astrologer and lyricist Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury passed away on the night of February 22, after battling with various health complications.

Known as the ‘Mysterious man’ to most and the ‘Addabaz Khuku’ to his family and loved ones, Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury would often startle people with truths that were supposed to be unknown to strangers. His songs echoed through the nation, while his horoscope column in Prothom Alo became a must-read to Bangla readers across the world.

GIas Uddin Selim directorial “Gunin” is the first feature film to be produced by OTT platform Chorki. The Pori Moni and Sariful Islam Razz starrer has received the clearance certificate from Bangladesh Film Censor Board.

Celebrated musical franchise ‘Coke Studio’ opened its doors to Bangladesh earlier this month. The first song of ‘Coke Studio Bangla’ releases at 8 pm on YouTube today.

Mehazabien Chowdhury recently completed 12 years in showbiz.

Celebrated astrologer and lyricist Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury, who was undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a private hospital in Dhaka, passed away tonight.

Beshi Joss Customs  recently launched their first signature series guitar, ‘KFA Lunatic Series’ of Kazi Faisal Ahmed from Artcell, who is also the first endorsed artiste for ‘Reuben Custom Guitars’ by Beshi Joss Customs.

After screening in the 26th Busan International Film Festival and 52nd Goa International Film Festival, the film “Payer Tolay Mati Nai” will be previewed in six international film festivals in three countries (Japan, India and Nepal).

The 20th edition of ‘Amar Bhashar Chalachchitra 1428’, organised by Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS), starts today. The will take place at the TSC premises of Dhaka University and will end on February 26.

In 1970, a young Rabindra Sangeet singer caused a sensation, when his rendition of “Jani Jani Go” made its way to number one rank on the country’s best-selling chart. This feat shattered the general assumption that Rabindra Sangeet was not “commercially viable”. Only a year later, he was imprisoned and tortured by the Pakistani Army, formally accused of “inciting the people with nationalistic and revolutionary songs”.

Today marks International Mother Language Day and Martyrs Day. Observing the day several satellite channels will be airing tele-fictions, movies, and musical programmes.