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Sadi Mohammad Shahnewaz

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8 hour(s) ago
Tanim Noor, already an admirer of Masha’s singing talents, did not hesitate to recognize her potential. “Are you willing to audition for a role?” he asked, to which Masha immediately complied.
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Culture reveals what a society chooses to remember, and what it finds acceptable to forget
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27 November 2025, 11:52 AM
How to start earning from your Facebook posts.
27 November 2025, 11:52 AM
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Reaction / When artistes fall silent, intolerance grows bolder

24 November 2025, 11:25 AM
We must learn to coexist; there's simply no other option
24 November 2025, 11:25 AM
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Int'l Men’s Day / 'Dear men, you are allowed to be vulnerable'

19 November 2025, 13:57 PM
Real strength lies in acknowledging one’s limits
19 November 2025, 13:57 PM
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Over & Out!: Bangladeshi 90’s nostalgia turned into a video game

18 November 2025, 11:27 AM
Over & Out! is a quest driven single-player adventure game set in early ’90s urban South Asia.
18 November 2025, 11:27 AM
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Reaction / Everyone deserves a second chance, but not for perceived 'merit'

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These are trying times, you need to let us work: Shihab Shaheen

These are trying times, you need to let us work: Shihab Shaheen

14 November 2025, 03:00 AM
With the web film ‘Tomar Jonno Mon’, director Shihab Shaheen has crafted yet another bittersweet and relatable love story—this time featuring the acclaimed pair of Yash Rohan and Tanjim Saiyara Totini. The director, known for his mastery in subverting audience expectations, speaks to The Daily Star about the project, his upcoming work, and more.
14 November 2025, 03:00 AM
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Two telefilms titled #metoo coming this Eid

The #metoo movement has been quite a revelation, with women finding courage to expose their harassers through the power of social media. A lot of debate had also sparked regarding well-known people in the society.
25 July 2019, 18:00 PM
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Star Melodies’ riveting presentation of ‘Emon Diney Tarey Bola Jai… Srabon Shondha-e’

In the midst of monsoon, five noted singers – Mahadeb Ghose, Priyanka Gope, Shimu Dey, Md Yousuf Ahmed Khan and Shukonna Mazumder Ghosh – brought down showers of encapsulating melodies in Emon Diney Tarey Bola Jai…
20 July 2019, 18:00 PM
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Ifaz Abrar Reza

One of the most talented upcoming guitarists of the new generation, Ifaz Abrar Reza plays for Shrapnel Method, Arekta Rock band, as well as his own solo project.
18 July 2019, 18:00 PM
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In conversation with Emily Hughes

Arranged by British Council Bangladesh, Drawing Words is an exhibition that features ten illustrators from across the UK, whose works play an important role in the contemporary British picture book illustration sector.
11 July 2019, 18:00 PM
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An ‘Easier’ debut for DAMEER

18 year old Dameer Khan, son of seasoned musician Pilu Khan, made news when he signed up for Majestic Causal Records, a mainstream German label.
4 July 2019, 18:00 PM
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“Speaking at the UN will be my greatest achievement” - Sheena Chohan

Crowned ‘Miss Kolkata’ while still in high school, Sheena Chohan went on to participate in Miss Universe, and subsequently made a notable career in film and television. She was recently awarded the prestigious Human Rights Hero Award at the United Nations in New York, for her work enlightening more than 36 million people about their Human Rights. The Daily Star caught up with the renowned actor for an exclusive interview.
28 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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“We will give Bangladesh something new” – Laisfita

Shunanda Sharmin, Antora Rahman, Ferdousi Moumita and Mustarin Ahmed Sheetal – are four young singers who fought off intense competition in the marquee show,
27 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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Berger Anniversary TVC recreates 25 year old magic

When the Afzal Khan directorial advertisement for Berger Robbialac featuring Monir Khan Shimul and Lamia Tabassum Chaity aired 25 years ago, the duo became an instant hit on television.
20 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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A joyous Eid for the stars – Part ii

Everyone looks forward to spending some quality time with loved ones on Eid and the artistes of the showbiz industry are no different. Amidst their holidays, some of the brightest female stars of the industry talked to The Daily Star about how they are spending their time.
9 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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‘The Industry:Volume ii’ has a star-studded launch

At a time where albums are deemed ‘obsolete’ and ‘relics of the past’, The Industry: Volume ii, an extravagant double-disk album co-ordinated by Adit and Chisti Iqbal and featuring some of the biggest names in the music faternity, surprised everyone at its launch at 138 East on Saturday.
2 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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The witty one

He looks up to Salman Shah as inspiration
31 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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The prodigal son

The prodigal son is a master of melody
31 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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The superstar

He makes you laugh, he makes you cry His skills are genuine, his earnesty is high
31 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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“My greatest achievement is Feedback” - Foad Nasser Babu

Foad Nasser Babu has been the leader and keyboardist of Feedback for 40 years, a crowning achievement in the band music arena of the country. As a composer, he has also created countless memorable jingles, as well as kick-started many young musicians’ careers with his tunes. On the occasion of his birthday yesterday, the humble legend talked to The Daily Star about his musical journey, plans, and more.
31 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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The versatile actor

When he is on the set, he runs the show
31 May 2019, 18:00 PM
Bappa Mazumder Tribute to National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam

Bappa’s tribute to the National Poet

For the first time in his illustrious career, Bappa Mazumder recorded a Nazrul Sangeet, titled Meghero Damru, on the occasion of Nazrul Jayanti. The singer, who is adept at different genres of Bangla music, was very excited for the project. “I was a little nervous when I set out to arrange this song
24 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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Pushing the boundaries of a lease

The busy roads of Kahettuly in Old Dhaka are home to many timeworn buildings with interesting architecture and history. One such building stands at 15 BK Ganguly Lane -- a property owned by the government -- with seven leaseholders living there.
21 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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“This was a life-altering experience” - Tahsan on ‘Footsteps of Tagore’

“At one point in life, we feel like we have learned everything there is to know,” says Tahsan, in an uncharacteristically excited tone.
20 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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"Jazz gave me an identity” – Imran Ahmed

Imran Ahmed is perhaps the most recognisable face in the very niche jazz scene in the country, doing regular shows both home and abroad with his band: Imran Ahmed Trio.
11 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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Subir Nandi’s final journey

It was a morose day, with the unbearable heat beating down on everyone at the Central Shaheed Minar. Despite that, thousands of people from all walks of life wanted to catch a glimpse of him, their favourite artiste Subir Nandi, one last time.
8 May 2019, 18:00 PM

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