Afzal Hossain returns to theatre with ‘Pendulum’

Afzal Hossain is one of the most celebrated actors in the industry. Throughout the golden period of television, the multifaceted actor garnered widespread appreciation and popularity for his diverse and memorable characters.
23 September 2021, 06:06 AM

Bassbaba Sumon’s new single, ‘Boyosh Holo Amar’ releases today

Renowned bassist and frontman of rock band Aurthohin Saidus Salehin Khaled Sumon— known better among his fans by his stage name Bassbaba Sumon — is set to release his new single, “Boyosh Holo Amar”, in collaboration with fingerstyle guitarist Mahaan Fahim, today.
23 September 2021, 05:42 AM

18 Bangladeshi film organisations discuss forming Film Federation

18 Bangladeshi film organisations had a meeting at Bangladesh Film Directors Association in BFDC to discuss the formation of Film Federation for the development of the film industry.
22 September 2021, 11:59 AM

‘A New Testament of Romeo and Juliet’ to be staged at BSA

The play, “A New Testament of Romeo and Juliet”, produced by the theatre troupe, Empty Space, will be staged at National Theatre Hall, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) today. The story is written Saymon Zakaria, with a critical lens towards William Shakespeare's "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet".
22 September 2021, 11:10 AM

Habib Wahid returns to playback for ‘Golui'

Popular singer and music director Habib Wahid will lend his voice in a film, after a noticeable absence. He lent his voice to the title track of the government granted film, “Golui”. The song is a duet, in which singer Jerin will receive the opportunity to sing with Habib.
22 September 2021, 11:10 AM

Daniel Craig asks, ‘why should a woman play James Bond?’

Hollywood star Daniel Craig recently weighed in on the female-James Bond debate. The actor questioned the need for the change up.
22 September 2021, 10:04 AM

Vistula 1st Polish Film-Festival Bangladesh begins virtually today

A five-day film festival titled ‘Vistula 1st Polish Film Festival’ will be held for the first time in Bangladesh. The festival will be organized by WSPIERAM Foundation in association with the International Academy of Film and Media (IAFM).
22 September 2021, 08:55 AM

Jaya Ahsan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s web series allegedly distorts history of Naxalite Movement

It was recently announced that renowned Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan will share the screen with eminent Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui in Sayantan Mukherjee's upcoming web series. The plot of the web series is based on the 1967 Naxalbari uprising, which was led by the Indian revolutionary leader, Charu Majumdar. The web series is based on the book, “Shada Ami Kalo Ami” by former police officer Runu Guha Niyogi.
22 September 2021, 07:07 AM

'Sex and the City' actor Willie Garson passes away at 57

“Sex and the City” actor Willie Garson who played the role of Carrie Bradshaw’s beloved bestie Stanford Blatch has passed away at the age of 57.
22 September 2021, 04:20 AM

Stumbling upon ‘churiwali’ Moushumi at a railway station

Popular actress Moushumi was seen selling bangles at a railway station. Amidst the scorching heat, she was carrying a basket of bangles on top of her head. She went out to customers with a smile to sell colourful ranges of churis (bangles). However, whenever she got tired, she momentarily removed the heavyweight of the basket to find relief amid the chaos of city life.
22 September 2021, 03:46 AM

Daisy Ahmed discharged from hospital

Renowned actress and Rabindra Sangeet artiste Daisy Ahmed, who was hospitalised after suffering from breathing difficulties and low oxygen levels, returned home on Monday (September 20).
21 September 2021, 17:42 PM

Leonard Cohen: ‘Our Shelley, our Byron’

Leonard Norman Cohen was born on this day in 1934 in Quebec, Canada. His work explored religion, politics, isolation, depression, sexuality, loss, death, and romantic relationships.
21 September 2021, 09:00 AM

Pori Moni’s new home

Popular film actress Pori Moni has shifted to a new address. She has moved out of her Banani residence on September 1 and shifted to her new home, she informs.
21 September 2021, 08:38 AM

Swapnadal’s ‘Helen Keller’ goes to Int’l Online Drama Festival 2021

The Bangladeshi theatre troupe Swapnadal has been invited to perform their monodrama, “Helen Keller” at the International Online Drama Festival 2021, organised by Baksa Bratya Natyajan, a prominent theatre organisation supported by the Indian Ministry of Culture.
21 September 2021, 08:22 AM

Samannoy Ghosh’s journey from radio to the commentary booth

Knowing that sports was his passion, Samannoy Ghosh wanted to pursue it no matter what. Today, the multifaceted RJ and host is a promising name in the world of sports.
21 September 2021, 08:11 AM

Ferdous and Purnima resume shooting for ‘Gangchil’

Popular on-screen pair Ferdous and Purnima are all set to resume shooting for their much-awaited film “Gangchil.”
21 September 2021, 06:05 AM

Cricketer Javed Omar Belim to appear in 'Mashrafe Junior'

Popular cricket based family drama “Mashrafe Junior” is broadcasted on Deepto TV everyday at 8:30 pm. Former cricketer Javed Omar Belim will be seen in today's (September 21) episode as chief guest of a cricket match.
21 September 2021, 05:11 AM

Only 14 full-length films submitted for National Film Award 2020

September 19 was the deadline for submitting productions for the National Film Award 2020. A total of 27 projects were submitted this year, out of which 14 films are full-length, 7 are short films and 6 are documentaries.
21 September 2021, 04:56 AM

Bangladeshi photographer Pinu Rahman awarded at Paris Prix De La Photographie 2021

Pinu Rahman’s photo story “Lost Childhood” has secured an award at Paris’ Prix De La Photographie 2021 competition.
20 September 2021, 11:04 AM

Bubly talks about “Chokh”, her first release without Shakib Khan

Chokh”, a film starring starring Shobnom Bubly has been announced for release on October 1. For the first time, Bubly will be seen on the silver screen without Shakib Khan.
20 September 2021, 09:57 AM