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I have spent an eternity entertaining the audience: Dilara Zaman
Ekushey Padak and National Award-winning actress Bilara Zaman is spending busy days on the sets. She has signed three new films alongside multiple tele-fictions.
The actress is currently working with the “Monpura” famed director Giasuddin Selim for “Gunin”. She will also be seen in Afzal Hossain’s “Maniker Lal Kakra” and Ashutosh Sujon’s “Desantor”.
14 September 2021, 05:45 AM
Key characters set to appear in Marvel’s ‘Hawkeye’ series
“Hawkeye”, the upcoming show from Marvel Studios, will arrive on Disney + in November — and as made clear by the first trailer, the series will have a Christmas storyline to it. Here are some key characters that are set to appear on the show.
14 September 2021, 04:27 AM
Renowned singer and anchor Alif Alauddin hospitalised
Popular singer-songwriter and television host Alif Alauddin has been hospitalised at the city’s Bangladesh Specialized Hospital, informs her husband and noted musician Kazi Faisal Ahmed. She is the daughter of renowned musician Alauddin Ali.
13 September 2021, 11:10 AM
Protic Hasan, Ibrar Tipu to judge ‘Young Star’
Popular private TV channel RTV has launched a new music reality show for young people, titled “Young Star”.
13 September 2021, 09:53 AM
Kona and Imran collaborate with Emon Shaha on ‘Dewa’
Dilshad Nahar Kona and Imran Mahmudul are a brilliant duo, who have worked on many hit songs together. Recently, they collaborated for the government granted film, “Golui”.
The duo have voiced the song, “Dewa” by noted composer Emon Shaha.
13 September 2021, 08:38 AM
Remembering Anwar Hossain on his 8th death anniversary
National Award winning actor Anwar Hossain was one of the most celebrated faces in Bangladeshi cinema. Known as the ‘Nawab Sirajuddaula’ of the silver screen, the actor worked in over 500 films in his illustrious career, spanning over five decades. Today marks the 8th death anniversary of Anwar Hossain.
13 September 2021, 08:33 AM
Justin Bieber, Lil Nas X take top prizes at Video Music Awards
Rapper Lil Nas X and pop star Justin Bieber won the top prizes at MTV's annual Video Music Awards (VMA) show on Sunday, in a ceremony packed with surprise appearances, live performances and thousands of masked fans.
13 September 2021, 04:54 AM
Britney Spears announces engagement to boyfriend Sam Asghari
Pop superstar Britney Spears, who has been fighting a conservatorship that governs her personal life and finances, announced on Sunday that she is engaged to longtime boyfriend Sam Asghari
13 September 2021, 03:55 AM
Remembering Shah Abdul Karim on his 12th death anniversary
Be it in buses, the radio, or on i-pods, Shah Abdul Karim’s songs have always managed to make it to the playlist of almost every Bangla-speaking listener. His simple and life-based lyrics, paired with the tabla, harmonium, and dhol still echo in the ears of his audience.
Today marks the 12th death anniversary of the cherished Baul musician Shah Abdul Karim.
12 September 2021, 13:20 PM
Badhon approached for Indian film rejected by Mim, Mehazabien?
Actress Azmeri Haque Badhon is now rumoured to have been approached by Indian director Vishal Bhardwaj for his upcoming project 'Khufia', a production of Netflix.
12 September 2021, 12:59 PM
Documentary ‘Ichchhenatai’ turns the spotlight on Ferdousi Mazumder’s life
Independence Award-winning actress Ferdousi Mazumder has been busy for a week, shooting for “Ichchhenatai”, a documentary about her own life. The shoot ends tomorrow. The documentary, directed by Abir Shreshtho, is presented under the banner of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
12 September 2021, 07:46 AM
Arifin Shuvoo’s co-artiste in 'Noor' revealed
Raihan Rafi directorial film 'Noor' had already confirmed Arifin Shuvoo's presence in it. Now, Jannatul Ferdous Oishee has paired up with Shuvoo in this film.
11 September 2021, 12:55 PM
In conversation with Kanak Chapa
Renowned singer Kanak Chapa has kept her devoted listeners mesmerised through many evergreen songs. She has been honoured with National Film Awards for best playback singing in her successful career spanning over four decades.
11 September 2021, 09:18 AM
Drik’s homage to victims of Hashem Foods Factory fire
Their dreams were shattered; their belief in a just society, torn to shreds. “Scorched Lives at Hashem Foods”, a mixed media exhibition paying homage to the victims of the factory fire, is currently underway in Drik Path Bhaban at Panthapath.
10 September 2021, 18:00 PM
My wife loves my acting: Apurba
In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Apurba opened up about his marriage, and his upcoming plans.
10 September 2021, 18:00 PM
I promise to bounce back: Khairul Basar
He recently survived an accident and is currently resting to recover. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, the actor talks about his journey, recent releases, and more.
10 September 2021, 18:00 PM
Mithila signs Arunava Khasnobis' anthology film 'Nitishastro'
Multitalented artiste Rafiath Rashid Mithila has signed three films in Kolkata, in just two months. Her latest take up is Arunava Khasnobis directorial anthology 'Nitishastro'.
10 September 2021, 13:52 PM
Update on Daisy Ahmed's health condition
Renowned actress and Rabindra Sangeet artiste Daisy Ahmed is currently under treatment at the ICU unit of United Hospital Limited, informs her daughter Oindrila Ahmed. She actor was rushed to the hospital after suffering from breathing difficulties and low oxygen levels.
10 September 2021, 12:40 PM
'Artistes like A T M Shamsuzzaman never fade away'
Ekushey Padak and National Award winning actor A T M Shamsuzzaman was one of the most celebrated faced both on television and the silver screen. With time, he stepped into technicalities, establishing himself as a noted screenplay writer and director. Today marks the 80th birth anniversary of A T M Shamsuzzaman. Commemorating the actor’s legacy, The Daily Star talks to noted personalities from the showbiz industry.
10 September 2021, 09:13 AM
What to expect from ‘The Matrix Resurrections’
After a long wait, the first trailer for “The Matrix Resurrections”, the fourth installment in the beloved Matrix franchise, is finally here – and it suggests that the film will live up to the original trilogy’s legacy of challenging and entertaining science fiction. Here is everything we know about the much-anticipated movie so far, including details from the trailer.
10 September 2021, 07:41 AM