Behind the lens
History was made on December 25, 1964, when with just three studio cameras the pilot broadcast of Pakistan Television began airing
8 March 2018, 18:00 PM
8 March 2018, 18:00 PM
Creating better performers
While the name Richard Kishore may not resonate among many young music listeners, the veteran guitarist is admired and held in high esteem among musicians in Bangladesh. For years he worked closely with BTV and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, and taught participants in musical talent shows to make their performances perfect. Now a freelance guitarist, Kishore founded “RiKi's Guitar” last year, a music school that aims to help talented
1 March 2018, 18:00 PM
1 March 2018, 18:00 PM
Ekushey Laureates share feelings on TDS' anniversary
Founded 27 years ago with a pledge to commit to journalism without fear or favour, The Daily Star is celebrating its anniversary
15 February 2018, 18:00 PM
15 February 2018, 18:00 PM
Kalyan and Grace
February is a special month for Bangladeshis; with yesterday marking Pohela Falgun and today being Valentine's Day, the streets of
13 February 2018, 18:00 PM
13 February 2018, 18:00 PM
Chirkutt rocks out at Galle
Popular fusion band Chirkutt recently captured the hearts of Sri Lankan audience during their performance at the opening of the 2018
9 February 2018, 18:00 PM
9 February 2018, 18:00 PM
THE WEEKENDER / “I love Middle Eastern food”
Popular singer Konal won the hearts of the country since her Channel i-Shera Kontho days, and these days she has been hopping from
8 February 2018, 18:00 PM
8 February 2018, 18:00 PM
THE WEEKENDER / “I used to sing when I was young”
In the entertainment industry, actors and singers often bag the limelight, creating bigger challenges for other artistes seeking to pave
25 January 2018, 18:00 PM
25 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Taskeen Rahman finding purpose in acting
Sinister and yet dashing, the steely blue eyes of the villain portrayed by Taskeen Rahman left an unforgettable mark on viewers
18 January 2018, 18:00 PM
18 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Timir Nandy sings on
Timir Nandy has been a tour de force in the world of music -- having started singing at the age of three, the singer was part
30 November 2016, 18:00 PM
A new generation of classical dancers
Munmun Ahmed and Sharmila Banerjee are names that need no introduction among the country's classical dance aficionados.
24 November 2016, 18:00 PM
In conversation with Bitopi Das
Together with Celebrating Life Festival Director and The Daily Star's Editor of Showbiz – Rafi Hossain, Bitopi Das – Head of Corporate Affairs at Standard Chartered Bank Bangladesh, has directed Celebrating Life contest and festival.
20 November 2016, 18:00 PM
Celebrating Life
Celebrating Life, a competition jointly organised by The Daily Star and Standard Chartered Bank, and directed by Rafi Hossain (editor of Showbiz, The Daily Star)
19 November 2016, 18:00 PM
"He was as eccentric as he was intelligent"
When a great being passes over from this world to the next, he leaves behind memories and laughter for loved ones. In our
12 November 2016, 18:00 PM
Weekends are my favourite days: Noble
Adil Hossain Noble is known for his versatility; an actor, a model, and a full time professional in the corporate sector, he has
10 November 2016, 18:00 PM
The Girl in The Mirror
Makeovers. The very word is a connotation of a life changing moment, after which can only be a future where you walk in slow motion,
3 November 2016, 18:00 PM
A TESTAMENT OF YOUNG TALENT
A photo-book and audio CD for Standard Chartered-The Daily Star Celebrating Life programme was launched in The Westin hotel in the capital yesterday.
27 October 2016, 18:00 PM
Shafin pays tribute to mother Feroza Begum
Shafin Ahmed is primarily known as the leading vocalist of one of the most prominent rock bands in the country, Miles.
21 October 2016, 18:00 PM
Negotiating Culture and Identity
On January 1988, an apprehensive woman boarded her first flight all alone, not knowing what to expect as she crossed the waters into the unknown.
20 October 2016, 18:00 PM
We cannot predict what song will become a hit
One of the most recognised contemporary singers of the country, Kona's done it all -- music albums, stage shows, playback songs, jingles, and videos.
18 October 2016, 18:00 PM
I love travelling alone
Sania Sultana Liza's musical career has bloomed since her win at Closeup 1. Recently the singer has traveled all over the world
6 October 2016, 18:00 PM
Moutushi gearing up for Puja festivities
Moutushi Biswas has earned numerous accolades not only as an actor, but also as anchor and model. Focusing mostly on
29 September 2016, 18:00 PM
“I am not a morning person at all!”
Nova has now become a familiar face in the television as well as modeling industry. Fans are familiar with her professional
22 September 2016, 18:00 PM
“Next weekend we're going to Sylhet”
Ever since her participation in “CloseUp 1,” singer Noureen has become a familiar face and amassed a loyal fan base.
1 September 2016, 18:00 PM
Oggatonama: Saga of nameless faces
The social realities of expatriate workers have been an unexplored terrain in the Bangladeshi film and television scene, until
1 September 2016, 18:00 PM
Driving Nazrul songs forward
Kazi Nazrul Islam has left behind a legacy of not only songs and poems, but also a revolutionary stance, a call for social change. His
26 August 2016, 18:00 PM
“My ideal weekend would definitely be not working”
Akhi Alamgir is a noted singer and television personality in her own right. However, while the focus is usually on the professional personas of celebrities, today Akhi Alamgir shares with us some tidbits about her life outside of work.
18 August 2016, 18:00 PM
Bridging gaps with Tagore
“O death you are like Shyam (Krishna) to me…you are the giver of immortality, lead us from death to immortality.”
4 August 2016, 18:00 PM
Gold Medal conferred on Sabina Yasmin
July 28 marked the launching of the “Feroza Begum Commemorative Gold Medal 2016,” a music award named after
29 July 2016, 18:00 PM