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Reaction / Atif Aslam, December, and erasure of historical consciousness

Culture reveals what a society chooses to remember, and what it finds acceptable to forget
16 December 2025, 13:48 PM
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Everyone’s earning from Facebook: Here's how you can get started too

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

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'

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

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'

Privacy violation at the heart of controversy centring Tangia Zaman Methila
15 November 2025, 17:07 PM
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These are trying times, you need to let us work: Shihab Shaheen

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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Music should be accessible for everyone, especially children: Prince Mahmud

Legendary music director Prince Mahmud, however, has been outspoken about the need for music in primary schools. “I would argue that government primary schools are where we need music teachers the most,” said the audibly determined musician over the phone.
8 November 2025, 18:00 PM
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Shohorer Shorts: Brings a musical arrangement of epic proportions

Shohorer Shorts, an initiative by iFlix has brought together some of the most talented and varied artistes in the industry- Imran Mahmudul, Xefer, Salma and Black Zang for some of the most chilling tunes heard in Bangladeshi short films.
7 June 2018, 18:00 PM
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Shwapnil and Battery Dance collaborate for 'The Dreamer'

A new musical titled The Dreamer is soon to grace us as talented singer Shwapnil Shojib channels the spirit of Tagore and collaborates with New York-based dance company, Battery Dance. The video is being produced by Bengal
5 June 2018, 18:00 PM
Rock Guru Azam Khan

Rest In Peace, Rock Guru

Today marks the 7th Death Anniversary of the pioneer of rock music in Bangladesh, Azam Khan. The legacy that he has left behind cannot be defined by his discography of 20 plus albums, it is much more profound than that. A freedom fighter and an advocate for peace at a time of violence, Azam Khan's name was synonymous to the emerging underground rock music scene after liberation.
4 June 2018, 18:00 PM
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“The voice is just another instrument” – Mithun Chakra

Born to prominent tabla player Avijit Chakraborty and folk artiste Kalyani Ghosh, music is in his blood. Even though he is primarily
3 June 2018, 18:00 PM
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Taufiq Tamim becomes Korea's favourite 'Oppa'

A lanky Bangladeshi youngster seemingly lacking talent, shell-shocked the audience when he put his glorious voice on display in a
2 June 2018, 18:00 PM
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Shawki's low-key brilliance

Syed Ahmed Shawki started his career with his tremendous work in 'Projonmo Talkies'. Later, he announced his arrival as a director to watch out for with Kotha Hobe To in the Osthir Somoy Shostir Golpo series.
2 June 2018, 18:00 PM
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Artistes are also human - Bappa Mazumder

As we walked into the workstation, a mesmerising tune was being played on the studio monitors as Bappa Mazumder was busy mixing a melodious track. “Do you like the song? It is for our new album,” said the musician with a wry smile.
31 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Bangladeshi Popular Singer Kona

“One should never stop dreaming”

She is one of the most prominent singers in the industry at the moment. Her latest release 'O Hey Shyam' from the movie 'Poramon 2'
26 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Putting the message through Mr Bangladesh

The fourth official poster of the much awaited film Mr. Bangladesh was unveiled recently. The much awaited film was produced
19 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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1 Minute Please: Shamim Hasan Sarkar

We caught up with the 'Squad Leader' for a rapid-fire interview! Shamim Hasan Sarkar came to the limelight in 2014 with his unique sense of humour and smash-hit YouTube channel 'Mango Squad', and never had to look back since. He has been featured in numerous tele-fictions, advertisements, music videos and more. During his spare time, the man of many talents likes to sip tea and make new tunes on his acoustic guitar.
17 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Totally Owned

Totally Owned!

Owned has been at the forefront of the revolution that revitalised the rock music industry along with bands like Karnival, Poraho, Conclusion and S!N. Having recently released their second album, 'Owned 2' with critical acclaim, they have been unstoppable as one of the most sought after young rock bands in the country. The Daily Star caught up with the trailblazers before their performance at the Deadpool 2 premier at Star Cineplex!
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM
Filmmaker Nuhash Humayun

Sincerely Yours - Nuhash!

Nuhash Humayun has already proven his capabilities as a filmmaker with his television debut 'Hotel Albatross' and award winning short film 'Paper Frogs'. The young director now sets his sight on one of the most ambitious projects in Bangladeshi film history, as he talks about his future plans with The Daily Star.
15 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Tashfee's 'Shur' on point!

A few months ago, Tashfee made history by becoming the first female artiste to be signed by ArtistSpread, joining the likes of Miles and Bappa Mazumder. With the release of her all-new single Shur, she is set to be the first artiste in Bangladesh to be featured in a 'vertical' music video for the same song.
13 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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The Conclusion to a bygone era!

With the release of 'MohakashChari', Conclusion launched themselves into a new galaxy of possibilities.
9 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Arif Ahmed's 'Paradise Nest'-Voice of the voiceless!

When Paradise Nest won the Best Film of Nature Award at the Calcutta International Cult Film Festival on April 22, it was food for thought for every film buff and critic out here in Dhaka. The film is a product of young photojournalist Arif Ahmed's passion for wildlife photography and concern for an almost extinct species of birds; and the cinematography, stills, and production has been handled by the director himself. “Through my experience of
8 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Nayeem turns singer with 'Tomake'!

Although known across the country as an actor, Fs Nayeem will step foot into the world of music with his first single titled Tomake. The music video looks to dazzle the audience as it features the actor himself,
8 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Konal's 'Ekla Cholo Re' sends a strong message

Popular singer Konal has released a heart-warming music video of her rendition of Rabindranath Tagore's Ekla Cholo Re today.
7 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Spotlight on Samantak Sinha

Having studied music production in London, Samantak Sinha quickly went on to earn the reputation of one of the most promising upcoming musicians in West Bengal. He is currently in Bangladesh for his upcoming projects. The Daily Star catches up with Samantak for a small chat about his ambitions, music and his trip to Bangladesh.
6 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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“Rabindra Sangeet in Bangladesh today is better than it had ever been” - Fahim Hossain Chowdhury

With an illustrious career spanning over four decades, the famed Rabindra Sangeet exponent Fahim Hossain Chowdhury will add another feather to his hat today when he receives the prestigious 'Bangla Academy Rabindra Award 2018'. The award is given every year to luminaries in the field of Rabindra Sangeet. In this interview with The Daily Star, the singer talks about his reaction to getting the award, his career and the current state of the industry.
6 May 2018, 18:00 PM
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Prito Reza's Humble Tribute to Rabindranath

Even though he is primarily known as one of Bangladesh's best photographers, Prito Reza is no stranger to direction.
5 May 2018, 18:00 PM

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