Popular Bangladeshi actress and model Tanjin Tisha took to Facebook recently to slam online portals that have been spreading false news about her personal life, particularly involving children she refers to as her nieces and nephews.

From drawing the perfect whale at age of five to becoming the first Bangladeshi woman in advertising to attend the prestigious Cannes Lions, Nabila’s journey has been defined by grit and determination.

Bhumi Gallery in Lalmatia unveiled Mahmudur Rahman Dipon’s third solo visual art exhibition, “The Moments”, on a cloudy summer evening, July 4, 2025. The inauguration welcomed eminent artist and Professor Emeritus Rafiqun Nabi as the chief guest. Renowned Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan graced the event as the special guest, bringing all her starlight. The event marked a celebration of Dipon’s evolving creative journey, featuring an array of compelling works across different media.

“My parents have been my strongest supporters and a constant source of inspiration. Since the release of ‘Lal Neel Bhalobasha’, I’ve received an overwhelming response, which has motivated me to create more original music. Wherever there are listeners of Bengali music, I dream of my voice reaching them.”

As the stage lights blazed and distortion pedals roared, the grand finale of “The Cage” unfolded in Dhaka last night, drawing the curtain on Bangladesh’s boldest rock music reality show yet. With The Daily Star as co-sponsor, the event brought together raw talent and a passionate audience from across the city, all eager to witness the conclusion of a show that has helped revive interest in the country’s emerging rock scene.

The premiere show of the documentary "Shrabon Bidroho", based on the mass uprising of July-August, will be held at the main auditorium of the Bangladesh National Museum in Shahbagh, Dhaka, on July 7 at 6:30pm.

Tens of thousands of fans will rock out in Birmingham on Saturday as Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath reunite for what they have said will be their last live performance together.

Australian actor Julian McMahon, best known for his portrayal of Dr Doom in Marvel’s "Fantastic Four" franchise, has passed away at the age of 56. According to Deadline, the actor died in Florida following a battle with cancer.

After being held up at the Certification Board for nearly two years, “Anyadin…” is finally set for theatrical release. In a press statement issued yesterday, director Kamar Ahmad Simon announced that the film will be released on July 11, dedicating the month to its journey. The film is produced by Sara Afreen.

After months of fierce competition, RockSalt was crowned the winner at the grand finale of “The Cage”, Bangladesh’s rock music reality show, held last night in Dhaka.

After securing a spot in the top 10 of “Lux Superstar” in 2018, Puja Agnes Cruze chose patience over haste when it came to making her silver screen debut. Now, years later, her moment finally arrived with “Esha Murder”, where she plays the titular role, a role that not only marks her cinematic breakthrough but also fulfills a dream she has cherished since childhood.

The actor, known more for his intense screen presence and unforgettable roles than for newsroom appearances, casually took a seat at the news desk and began reading the weather forecast in a manner as if he'd done it a hundred times before.

The story follows a young woman from a rural Baul family who leaves her village behind and moves to the city in search of her voice—both literally and metaphorically. Through her journey, the film traces the emotional and psychological landscapes of an artist confronting adversity, sacrifice, and the relentless pull of personal ambition.

“Invisible Stories” was developed following more than three months of field research across Bangladesh, during which Cannac collected folk materials and inspiration from various regions, including the Sundarbans. The resulting performance is rooted in the form of body puppetry, in which both human actors and puppets share the stage, often blurring the line between the two.

For the first time in her career, Jaya Ahsan steps into the role of a mother in “Dear Maa”, the latest film by acclaimed director Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury. Unveiled last evening, the trailer offers a poignant preview of the film’s intense exploration of a mother-daughter relationship.

Actor Shommo Joyti, who recently earned widespread acclaim for his role in the film “Utshob”, has announced that he will be taking a year-long break from acting. The film, which was released during Eid, has received strong reception both in Bangladesh and abroad.

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh has officially joined Maddock Films’ growing horror-comedy franchise, NDTV has confirmed. While the director for the upcoming project is yet to be finalised, the film is currently in development under the creative direction of Amar Kaushik, who has been instrumental in shaping the studio’s supernatural slate.

Mustafa Zaman has stepped down from his role as the director of the Fine Arts Department at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), marking another major leadership change at the country’s premier state-run cultural institution.

Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan has officially signed on for a new film slated for release during next year’s Eid-ul-Fitr. The film will be directed by Abu Hayat Mahmud, though the title has yet to be finalised.

The reality show “The Cage”, which began with aspiring young rock musicians, is set to conclude today. The grand finale of the competition will kick off at 3 pm at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh (KIB) auditorium in the capital. Alongside the finalist bands, AvoidRafa, Warfaze, and AK Rahul will take the stage for special performances.