In a 2018 conversation with journalist Vir Sanghvi at the Jaipur Literature Festival, Nair shared how she was approached to direct “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix”. At the time, however, she was grieving the sudden loss of her mother-in-law, Kulsoom Alibhai, whom she fondly called “Ammie”. The death occurred while Alibhai was visiting New York for medical treatment.

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Veteran actor Misha Sawdagor, a dominant figure in Dhallywood for over 36 years, believes that the consistent release of quality cinema throughout the year is key to reviving the Bangladeshi film industry. Speaking to The Daily Star from the US, the National Film Award-winning ‘villain’ reflected on his role as Shakib Khan’s father in the hit Eid release “Borbaad”, calling it a challenging but rewarding experience.

Justin Baldoni has officially decided not to refile his $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively, marking a pivotal turn in the high-profile legal battle that gripped Hollywood.

The final trailer for Marvel’s upcoming film “Fantastic Four: First Steps” has been released, offering a closer look at one of the most formidable villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)—Galactus. Ahead of its July 25 release, the trailer promises a visually arresting journey, blending retro-futurism with cosmic scale, and setting the stage for emotional turmoil, heroism, and planetary peril.

Denis Villeneuve is going from “Dune” to Bond. Amazon MGM Studios announced Wednesday that Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond movie. The untitled film will be the first since the studio took creative reins of the storied film franchise after decades of control by the Broccoli family.

The curtain fell on the 1st Jagannath University National Film Festival 2025 on Wednesday (June 25) at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy’s Chitrashala Auditorium. Organised by the Jagannath University Film Society, with support from Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, the three-day festival began on June 23.

In the heart of London’s East End, the Spitalfields Studios Gallery recently unveiled "Echoes of Existence", a solo exhibition by the Bangladeshi artist Ruhul Amin Tarek— representing a thoughtful, spiritually charged journey through form, time, memory, and landscape. With 64 diverse works ranging from woodcuts to drypoints, acrylics to pencil sketches, Tarek invites the viewer into a contemplative realm where art becomes a mirror for inner life, the human condition, and nature’s silent testimony.

After a hectic day at work, I found myself rushing to Gallery Chitrak last Sunday evening to indulge in “Nandonpot”, a group art exhibition inaugurated on the day of the summer solstice (June 21). I could hardly control my excitement before entering the gallery, and like most of the time, I was not disappointed. “Nandonpot” is a visual group art exhibition displaying artworks by artists from various generations. Notably, Eminent artist Professor Hamiduzzaman Khan, art critic Moinuddin Khaled, and Country Chief Risk Officer Mohammad Enamul Haque of Standard Chartered Bank, attended the opening ceremony as guests.

Chattogram’s pioneering multiplex Silver Screen, which opened in August 2018 with the promise of a modern cinema exhibition, has permanently closed down—quietly and without formal announcement. Located at Finlay Square, Silver Screen was the port city’s first multiplex and enjoyed initial success with strong audience turnout.

"Snow White" star Rachel Zegler has opened up about facing online trolling, especially following her casting in the upcoming Disney live-action remake. Despite receiving backlash—ranging from criticism of her role to comments about her views on the original tale—Zegler said she actively chooses not to adopt a “victim mindset.”

Bobby Sherman, the pop singer and heartthrob whose charming smile and signature shaggy hairstyle helped make him a teen idol in the 1960s and 1970s with hits like “Little Woman” and “Julie, Do Ya Love Me,” has passed away at the age of 81.

Prime Video has officially confirmed that “The Family Man” is returning for a third season, unveiling the first-look poster and announcing the ensemble cast. Starring Manoj Bajpayee, the upcoming instalment of the hit espionage thriller is expected to arrive soon, with a 2025 release window already announced earlier by the platform.

After being stuck at the certification board for nearly two years, “Anyadin…” is finally set to see the light of day. The film will be released in cinemas this July, confirmed producer Sara Afreen. However, the exact release date has yet to be announced.

Blender’s Choice – The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards 2024 is back, ready to honor the talents of Bangladesh’s dynamic digital entertainment landscape. Presented by Ispahani and The Daily Star, this year’s edition features an expanded and more inclusive lineup of 29 categories, reflecting the growing diversity of content across OTT and digital platforms. Nominations opened today and will remain open until July 20.

Tyler Perry’s "Straw", currently streaming on Netflix, is a volatile cocktail of social critique, melodrama, and searing urgency, propelled by Taraji P Henson’s powerhouse performance. The film plunges headlong into the merciless pressure cooker of systemic injustice and personal breakdown, following Janiyah, a single Black mother whose life unravels over the course of one catastrophically bad day.

Renowned National Film Award-winning singer Fahmida Nabi has returned from the US and is actively working on new music. On the occasion of World Music Day, she released a heartfelt track titled “Bondhu Hariye Gelo”, composed by the late Borno Chakraborty and written by Anisuzzaman Jewel.

Hollywood heavyweights Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt shared the red carpet at the London premiere of “F1”, marking their first public reunion in 31 years since co-starring in 1994’s “Interview With the Vampire”. Cruise surprised fans with his appearance, supporting Pitt’s latest film, a high-octane racing drama directed by “Top Gun: Maverick’s” Joseph Kosinski.

The three-day event, organised by the university’s Film Society in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, opened on Monday (June 23) at the Chitrashala Auditorium of the Academy. The festival is being held under the theme “Where Stories Take Flight.”

Tanim Noor’s “Utshob” continues to draw crowds in its third week, with ticket sales exceeding Tk 2 crore within just 16 days of release. The star-studded film has maintained strong audience turnout, much to the delight of its director.