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Shah Alam Shazu

Shahriar Nazim Joy’s 25-year journey across cinema, television and OTT

Shariar Nazim Joy’s 25-year journey across cinema, television and OTT

8 January 2026, 05:53 AM
Shariar Nazim Joy has completed more than 25 years in the entertainment industry, carving out a multifaceted career across television, cinema, OTT platforms, and hosting. With nearly 750 television dramas to his credit, Joy remains one of the most prolific performers in the country.
8 January 2026, 05:53 AM
Faruque Ahmed: An artiste of the people

Theatre & Arts / Faruque Ahmed: An artiste of the people

6 January 2026, 11:47 AM
The play, “Rangmahal”, was staged recently and received an encouraging response. Speaking to The Daily Star, Faruque Ahmed reflects on his professional debut as a director, audience reception, memories of Selim Al Deen, and what lies ahead.
6 January 2026, 11:47 AM
I wanted to be like Shabnur: Tama Mirza

I wanted to be like Shabnur: Tama Mirza

5 January 2026, 04:00 AM
Recently, she has also garnered significant acclaim for her performances in web films, particularly earning praise for her chemistry with actor Afran Nisho. Audiences warmly received her work in "Daagi" and "Amolnama" last year.
5 January 2026, 04:00 AM
Kumar Bishwajit fights on for his son in Canada

Kumar Bishwajit fights on for his son in Canada

3 January 2026, 05:49 AM
Currently based in Canada, where his son Nibir is undergoing rehabilitation, the veteran singer spoke to The Daily Star about life abroad, fatherhood, and his enduring bond with music.
3 January 2026, 05:49 AM
An industry cannot survive on festival-centric releases alone: Misha Sawdagor

An industry cannot survive on festival-centric releases alone: Misha Sawdagor

1 January 2026, 05:54 AM
Having acted in a record number of films, he has long held a top position as a leading antagonist. In recent years, he has consciously pushed beyond familiar territory, experimenting with varied roles.
1 January 2026, 05:54 AM
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Emon reflects on career, craft and ‘Moynar Char’

29 December 2025, 13:36 PM
Actor Mamunun Hasan Emon has been a familiar face in Bangladesh’s entertainment industry for nearly two decades. Starting out as a model, he gradually established himself as a leading actor in Dhallywood, earning both popular acclaim and critical recognition.
29 December 2025, 13:36 PM
From silver screen to snowy Canada: Bobita reflects on life and legacy

From silver screen to snowy Canada: Babita reflects on life and legacy

28 December 2025, 04:00 AM
By becoming a heroine of Satyajit Ray, she elevated herself to a unique artistic height. She has received the National Film Award multiple times and has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Film Awards. Even today, audiences continue to watch her black-and-white era films on various television channels.
28 December 2025, 04:00 AM
Apu Biswas set for a ‘Durbar’ comeback

Apu Biswas set for a ‘Durbar’ comeback

24 December 2025, 16:45 PM
Apu Biswas opened up about her comeback, the film, and her renewed journey in Dhakai cinema.
24 December 2025, 16:45 PM
Pulok

Pulok sings his way to fame

Popular singer Pulok's passion for singing dates back to his childhood. He first burst on the music scene in the talent hunt show Closeup 1, in 2006.
12 December 2017, 18:00 PM
Poppy

Poppy to play double role in her next

Three-time National Film Award winning actress Poppy has signed on to work in a new film titled “Turn”. Helmed by Shahidul Haque Khan, an enthused Poppy informed The Daily Star that there is much in store for the viewers in terms of her character and the
11 December 2017, 18:00 PM
Popular film actor Nusraat Faria

Nusraat Faria returns to anchoring

Popular film actor Nusraat Faria is known best for her big screen performances, but the movie star began her showbiz career as a TV presenter for the Rtv programme “Thik Bolechen Toh.” Faria went onto become a popular anchor for a number of programmes, while establishing a modeling and acting career on the side. And now after two years, the actor is slated to return to her hosting roots, in a new programme titled “Ma Versus Bou.”
10 December 2017, 18:00 PM
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“Haldaa” to open in 5 US states

Tauquir Ahmed's new film "Haldaa", released barely a few days ago, has made it big at the box office. Now being screened in 90 cinema
5 December 2017, 18:00 PM
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“Haldaa” out in theatres today

After building up heavy anticipation over the past year, Tauquir Ahmed-helmed “Haldaa” will finally break free from post production dams today to reach nearly a hundred theatres across the country.
30 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Sabbir

Sabbir to hit a century soon

Popular singer Sabbir of Close up1 fame has donned the hat of a music director, a role that has won him acclaim. The artiste is currently working with six singers, including former Close up 1 stars Ronty Das and Rashed.
26 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Bangladeshi Actor Zahid Hasan

Zahid Hasan joins Indian film “Sitara”

Zahid Hasan has been a powerhouse actor of Bangladeshi television for a few decades, but his big screen projects have been sporadic.
20 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Mim

Mim goes for a spin on her birthday

National Film Award winning actress Bidya Sinha Mim usually has her hands full with one movie venture or another. However, the much in demand actress has kept her schedule free today to celebrate her birthday, with her family.
9 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Mosharraf Karim

Mosharraf Karim greeted by army of fans in Kolkata

Television actors usually have have a niche following of national viewers. However, actor Mosharraf Karim discovered to his pleasant
8 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Dhaka Attack

“Dhaka Attack” goes to Europe

Since its release, “Dhaka Attack” has been the most profitable cinema this year, still drawing throngs of viewers to the halls. The movie is slated to break its own records soon, and is set to impress the European audience today.
7 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Apu Biswas comeback film

Apu Biswas signs her comeback film

Before her rather mysterious departure from the Dhallywood scene, Apu Biswas was one of the most bankable leading ladies of the
4 November 2017, 18:00 PM
National Film Award-winning actress Purnima

Purnima back with a bang

Four years have gone by since National Film Award-winning actress Purnima graced the big screen. Her last venture was the never-
3 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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Acting is my loyal companion

Dilara Zaman's acting career took off before the Bangladesh's Independence, establishing her as one of the veterans of the film
2 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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Haldaa gets a release date

Tauquir Ahmed's much awaited film “Haldaa” finally has a release date, a year after filming ended by the banks of river Halda in
30 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Popular film actress Poppy

Twenty years in film

Popular film actress Poppy's versatile career has seen her branch out into television, modeling, as well as star in a music video. The three-time National Film Award winning actress has been a popular face in cinema for over 20 years, which she elaborates on, and more, in a recent interview with The Daily Star.
29 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Tisha

“I have great expectations from Doob…”

Noted small screen actress Tisha has built a remarkable career that also spans a few films. Her most recent film venture “Doob” is
23 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Moushumi

No slowing down for Moushumi

The three-time National Film Award winning actress Moushumi's debut in “Keyamat Theke Keyamat” was a stroke of luck that set her on a trailblazing path of success, playing leads in one hit venture after another.
20 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Toma Mirza

Is Toma Mirza ready to change the “Game”?

A talented dancer and model, Toma Mirza has found triumph in acting, bagging the National Film Award this year. Her latest venture,
19 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Nawshaba

Silver screen dreams beckon Nawshaba

Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed made a name for herself as an actress on television, but has shifted her focus to films in recent years.
13 October 2017, 18:00 PM
Apu Biswas Birthday

Quiet birthday for Apu Biswas!

Since Apu Biswas' return to the limelight, the actress has been quick to reclaim recognition as one of the most esteemed actresses of this
10 October 2017, 18:00 PM

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