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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
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“Dhaka Attack” soars to colossal Box Office opening

Dipankar Dipon's big-budget cop thriller “Dhaka Attack” is living up to its hype and bringing audience in droves to cinemas. In the first two days of release, the film has sold tickets worth a whopping 7.34 crores, bringing its net worth to 1.76 crores within its first weekend.
8 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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“Dhaka Attack” storming into cinemas today

The Bangalee soul is an ardently romantic one, and it is of little wonder why thriller films have been made only sporadically over the
5 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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Diving in with the “Gohin Baluchor” team

Popular television director Badrul Anam Saud's first venture on the big screen is the upcoming film “Gohin Baluchor”. The government-
4 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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Birthday felicitations for ZAHID HASAN!

National Film Award winning actor Zahid Hasan is undisputedly a powerhouse in the Bangladesh acting industry, with an extensive
3 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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“I am a director's actor”

Afran Nisho is one of the more popular television actors of this generation. With a hectic schedule dedicated to both modeling and
2 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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MIM'S DOUBLE JOY

Stars are like everyone else; there's nothing more we all look forward to than festival holidays. After grueling months of filming, the
29 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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“Khacha” is Bangladesh's entry to the Oscars

The Oscar Bangladesh Committee has selected Akram Khan-helmed film “Khacha” as Bangladesh's entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Academy Awards. A press conference was arranged at a hotel in the capital yesterday (September 28) to make the announcement.
28 September 2017, 18:00 PM
Rituparna Sengupta

“I always look forward to returning to Bangladesh"

Indian National Film Award-winning actress Rituparna Sengupta has graced the Dhallywood, Tollywood and Bollywood screens over
16 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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“It has been quite overwhelming”

Following its release during Eid ul Azha, “Boro Chele” has been at the tip of everyone's tongues. Within a few days the play has
14 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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Mim has her hands full

Bidya Sinha Mim began her career after being crowned Lux-Channel i Superstar in 2007 and in the last decade has well and truly grown
12 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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Mehzabien didn't realise “Boro Chele” would be such a hit

Lux Channel i Superstar Mehzabien has made a name for herself since the competition, beginning with modeling and then moving
11 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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A quiet day like any other

ATM Shamsuzzaman is a name that needs no introduction to the country's TV and film audience; his illustrious 40-year career speaks
9 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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SHAJAL making the most of Eid downtime

With Eid ul Azha festivities still heavy in the air, there is a rare respite for showbiz personalities. Popular actor Shajal makes the most
7 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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Holiday time for Sumaiya Shimu

Popular television actress Sumaiya Shimu usually stays in Dhaka for her Eid holidays, and while this year is no different, she also plans on going somewhere nearby with her husband for a vacation. She is also mulling over visiting Chennai (India) again.
4 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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Forever in our hearts

It wasn't until an event at FDC where Nayak Raj Razzak and I had our first encounter. However, that first meeting was preceded by
25 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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IN LOVING MEMORY

Nayak Raj Razzak's legendary career has enabled many others to witness their own successes, and therefore fulfilling their dreams of
23 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Nayakraj laid to rest

On a rainy August morning, a small motorcade left the Gulshan's Lokkhikunjo residence and pushed past the weekday traffic to head
23 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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THE TITAN’S EXIT FROM BANGLA FILMDOM

Abdur Razzak's legendary career has earned him the fond title of Nayak Raj Razzak, as well as his reputation as one of the great titans of Bangla cinema.
22 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Twilight descends on Lokkhikunjo

With his enduring devotion towards acting, producing and directing Bangla films of Dhallywood, Nayakraj Razzak soared above all and
22 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Nayakraj exits the scene

After the disappointment of the commercial failure of his first cinemascope Urdu film “Bahana” in the mid-60's, Zahir Raihan wanted to bounce back with “Behula”. But most of the leading actors of Dhaka'i cinema were uninterested in playing the lead. Why would they? The lead was dead for most of the film. But one of his assistant producers, one Razzak, stepped in.
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

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