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Zahid Akbar

Zahid Akbar is a renowned lyricist, writer and, journalist. He is working as a Staff Reporter at The Daily Star.

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Films that brought together two of Dhallywood’s leading ladies

7 September 2026
The fifth film featuring Shabana and Babita together was “Sonar Horin”, directed by Sirajul Islam Siraj. The film also starred Nayakraj Razzak, Bulbul Ahmed, Kabori and Suchorita. It was released in December 1979.
7 September 2026
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30 years after his passing, Salman Shah is still a cultural cornerstone

6 September 2026
Today marks exactly three decades since Bangladeshi cinema lost Salman Shah — the star who made a generation dream.
6 September 2026
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Birthday Special / Sabina Yasmin: A timeless voice in Bangladeshi cinema

4 September 2026
For Bangladeshi cinema, she is not simply a playback singer. She is one of the voices through which its history can be heard.
4 September 2026
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Uttam Kumar at 100: The ‘Mahanayak’ endures

3 September 2026
Mahanayak Uttam Kumar remains one of the most popular and beloved heroes in Bengali cinema. With his ever-smiling face and charismatic screen presence, he continues to hold a special place in the hearts of generations.
3 September 2026
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In honour of Abdul Jabbar: 10 songs that defined his cinematic legacy

30 August 2026
Over the course of his illustrious career, Abdul Jabbar received numerous awards and honours in recognition of his contribution to music. Among them were the Ekushey Padak in 1980, the Independence Award in 1996, the Bachsas Award in 2003, the Citycell-Channel i Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award in 2011, and the Zahir Raihan Film Award.
30 August 2026
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58 film personalities honoured at ‘Hridoye Dhaka 416’

23 August 2026
A week-long film festival began at Modhumita Cinema Hall in the capital on Saturday (August 22), as part of the Dhaka South City Corporation’s (DSCC) month-long “Hridoye Dhaka 416” celebrations marking 416 years of Dhaka.
23 August 2026
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Once integral to its spirit, these legendary stars cut all ties with FDC

22 August 2026
Their final wishes therefore reveal a painful contradiction — an industry they once loved deeply, but an institution they no longer wanted to be part of even in death.
22 August 2026
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10 timeless songs that capture Nayak Raj Razzak at his peak

21 August 2026
His films may belong to different eras, but the romance, music and memories they created continue to resonate with generations of audiences.
21 August 2026
Bobby electrifies

Bobby electrifies

Eamin Haque Bobby is gearing up for a return soon. She was last seen in “Paap”, where her role as an ACP officer was embraced well, despite the outcome of the film. As a producer, she has an assortment of genres under her belt, including the superhero film “Bizli”.
6 October 2023
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James’ 59th birthday

James, also known as the modern 'guru' of Bangladeshi rock music, has accomplished unimaginable feats since he started his career with the band Feelings. Today marks the National Award-winning artiste's 59th birthday.
2 October 2023
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Not just Sayantika, Shabnur likes me as well: Zayed Khan

Zayed Khan and Tollywood actress Sayantika Banerjee is acting in a film titled, "Chayabaaz”. However, the production hit a tumultuous bump when Sayantika returned to her hometown, Kolkata, following nine days of shooting, after complaining against the film's dance director and producer. Yet in this chaos, she praised her co-star Zayed Khan to the Kolkata media.
21 September 2023
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Dhaka celebrates ‘Jawan’ on its worldwide release day

Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan starrer "Jawan" made its debut in Bangladesh on September 7, coinciding with its global release date. This marked a significant milestone as it was the first time since Bangladesh's independence that a Hindi-language movie premiered in the country simultaneously with its worldwide release.
8 September 2023
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‘Salman Shah was way ahead of his time’

Salman Shah was not only a beloved actor, but also a style icon. Today is the 27th death anniversary of the superstar. He passed away on September 6, 1996, leaving behind legions of fans. In his brief acting career, he starred in 27 films, most of which were blockbuster hits. Popular leading ladies of the current Bangladeshi film industry spoke to The Daily Star about films of Salman Shah they would have liked to star in.
6 September 2023
Abdul Jabbar’s soulful voice had a profound impact on me: Syed Abdul Hadi

Abdul Jabbar’s soulful voice had a profound impact on me: Syed Abdul Hadi

"Tumi Ki Dekhechho Kobhu Jiboner Porajoy", "Salam Salam Hajar Salam", and "Joy Bangla, Banglar Joy" stand proudly as three of the most beloved songs to have graced the top 20 all-time Bangla songs list in the 2006 survey conducted by BBC Bangla. These timeless melodies were brought to life by the inimitable voice of the Bangladeshi musical legend, Abdul Jabbar.
30 August 2023
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'1971 Shei Shob Din' - A riveting tale of middle-class families amidst war

"1971 Shei Shob Din" has the potential to resonate with audiences across different backgrounds, and shed light on a crucial period in Bangladesh's history. As this cinematic gem gradually reaches more viewers, it's bound to make a significant impact in both the realm of entertainment and historical education.
26 August 2023
The story of Ayub Bachchu’s ‘Eksho Ta Shopno’

The story of Ayub Bachchu’s ‘Eksho Ta Shopno’

While reminiscing about what inspired “Eksho Ta Shopno”, Asif mentioned that he wrote the song about the shattered dreams and aspirations of a lyricist, the uncertainty that a lyricist goes through with their songs, whether anyone would want to sing or not.
16 August 2023
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'Priyotoma' will change the course of Bangla Cinema: Shakib Khan

"Leader Amie Bangladesh" gave something completely different to the audience, which "Priyotoma" will follow up to.
29 June 2023
Looks from upcoming Eid films that captivated audiences

Looks from upcoming Eid films that captivated audiences

As there’s a couple of days remaining till Eid, the productions houses of Eid releases are now all busy with their film’s promotional works. Even the stars are giving their all, promoting their films via appearing in promotional events and on social media.
27 June 2023
Why Siam Ahmed doesn’t let his father attend the cattle fair

Why Siam Ahmed doesn’t let his father attend the cattle fair

Siam Ahmed etched his place in the hearts of audiences with movies including “Poramon-2” and “Mridha Bonam Mridha”. The actor is currently awaiting the release of his cyber-crime thriller movie, “Antarjal.”
27 June 2023
Dhallywood actresses’ facing off this Eid

Dhallywood actresses facing off this Eid

This Eid, we will get to witness several gorgeous actresses competing for the hearts of the public with their films. Apu Biswas, Shobnom Bubly, Tama Mirza, Idhika Paul, and Bidya Sinha Mim are some of the noteworthy actresses vying for the pedestal. Moreover, Bubly is likely to have three releases this Eid. Let us take a lot at some of the releases of the actors.
20 June 2023
Mahfuz, Bubly chat about ‘Prohelika’ on a sunny afternoon

Mahfuz, Bubly chat about ‘Prohelika’ on a sunny afternoon

Mahfuz Ahmed and Shobnom Bubly starrer “Prohelika” will be released this Eid. Before the film’s release, they have been participating in various promotion campaigns. On Friday, the team of “Prohelika” met at a restaurant for a similar reason.
2 June 2023
Kumar Bishwajit asks fans to pray for his son

Kumar Bishwajit asks fans to pray for his son

The evergreen singer has been singing since the 1980s. Many of his songs have become timeless to Bengalis. Some of his timeless hits include, “Tumi Roj Bikele”, “Jekhane Shimanto Tomar”, and “Putuler Moto Kore”, amongst many others.
1 June 2023
I am always in love, if one ‘love’ ends, I find another: Adhora Khan

I am always in love, if one ‘love’ ends, I find another: Adhora Khan

Dhallywood actress Adhora Khan is famous for her bold avatar and her fierce fashion sense. She is trying to cement her position in Dhalywood, with her unique roles in several movies. Currently, she is awaiting the release of her film “Sultanpur” which is directed by Saikat Nasir.
29 May 2023
'I am who I am, because of my fans'

'I am who I am, because of my fans'

Shakib Khan on 24 years in the showbiz
28 May 2023
‘Pathaan’ earns BDT 65 lakh on second week

‘Pathaan’ earns BDT 65 lakh on second week

After a successful second week, “Pathaan" is now being screened in 40 halls, with 175 shows per day in the third week. Tracing back the Hindi film’s journey till now, it did not gain much response on single-screens. However, it is doing well in multiplexes.
26 May 2023
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'Pathaan': Multiplex magic, single-screen struggles

The much-anticipated Bollywood film "Pathaan" is experiencing a significant increase in the number of theaters screening the movie, as it enters its second week. The movie now set to run in 43 theaters starting Friday.
18 May 2023
BFDC pay their final respects to Farooque

BFDC pay their final respects to Farooque

The actor was brought to the BFDC premises today at 1 pm, where he was swarmed by admirers and well-wishers.
16 May 2023
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Farooque returns to Bangladesh after 803 days

Legendary actor, Freedom Fighter and Member of Parliament, Farooque has finally returned to his beloved country after 803 days. Sadly, prior to his return, he was engaged in a prolonged battle with an illness that began on March 4, 2021, which ultimately led to his untimely demise.
16 May 2023

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