“Eid means joy, and I want to share that joy with my family,” Badhan tells The Daily Star, her voice filled with warmth and anticipation. For her, this Eid will be extra special as her daughter will be by her side, filling their home with the same excitement Badhan once felt during her own childhood celebrations.

With six films set for release, securing prime spots in multiplexes and single-screen theatres has turned into a high-stakes negotiation. The last-minute addition of Shakib Khan’s long-delayed "Antaratma" has further complicated matters, forcing some films into an even tighter competition for screen space.

Television channels pull out all the stops during Eid, offering a colourful blend of dramas, musical shows, film premieres, and special children’s programmes to keep viewers engaged throughout the festivities. As the most widely accessible medium, TV networks curate a vibrant schedule of fiction and entertainment centred around the joy of Eid.

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Mosharraf shared his excitement about the film. “I attended the premiere of ‘Chokkor 302’. It was my first time watching the full film, and I truly enjoyed it. The energy in the room was amazing—sitting with the audience, I could sense that they loved it, too. I had a wonderful time.”

Totini described Eid as a time filled with joy and deep emotions.

Television channels have lined up a range of magazine and celebrity shows to entertain viewers this Eid. From music and dance to special performances, audiences can expect a variety of festive programmes.

Mosharraf Karim made an unexpected entrance at the premiere of "Chokkor 302", arriving in a wheelchair with a bandaged leg—leaving guests visibly surprised. The premiere, held Saturday (March 29) night at Centre Point Star Cineplex in the capital, marked the launch of Sharaf Ahmed Jibon’s Eid release.

Eid in Dhaka is always vibrant, and this year, the festive cheer is set to grow brighter with stars like Shajal Noor sharing their holiday spirit. The actor spoke to The Daily Star ahead of the celebrations, reflecting on the joy this season brings.

Renaissance, the iconic band that began its journey in 1985, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. To mark this milestone, the band has decided to release a new song, titled “Diner Sheshe Shobai Eka”.

To celebrate the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has arranged a Chand raat special musical event. The programme will take place today at 7 pm at Nandan Mancha, featuring performances by Emon Chowdhury, Nancy, and Qawwal Ahmed Noor Ameri. Ameri is well-known for his expertise in Qawwali and Maizbhandari music.

The much-anticipated second season of “Myself Allen Swapan” is hence set to premiere on chand raat, just in time for audiences to enjoy it for Eid-ul-Fitr.

Nidhi’s journey in the entertainment industry began as a composer and music producer. His first film project was Redoan Rony’s “Ice Cream”, and he continued to make his mark with other film scores, including his work on “DamaaI”, “Surongo”, and “Toofan”.

One ought to adhere to a certain level of reverence when talking about Hayao Miyazaki. The man has dedicated his life to a form of animation that values patience over production speed, detail over efficiency, and emotion over mere aesthetics. Back in 2016, he made a public statement regarding AI-generated art, where he called it an “insult to life itself”. To therefore understand the weight of the proclamation itself is to understand the nature of his art.

After years of being barred from local screens, Kamar Ahmad Simon’s internationally acclaimed film “Anyadin…” (Day After…) has finally been cleared for release in Bangladesh.

Under the initiative of “Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation”, a series of “Swadhinata Concerts” will be held simultaneously in four divisional cities, including Dhaka, on April 11.

The “Toofan” director shared the poster with the caption, "Happy Birthday, Megastar Shakib Khan! Hold your breath, ‘Taandob’ is coming!”

The catastrophic wildfires in South Korea have been a major news focus. According to the Ministry of Interior and Safety, 27 fatalities have been confirmed, with the toll likely to increase.

It was the moment that sent shockwaves across the globe — and now, Will Smith is confronting it head-on.

As Eid-ul-Fitr approaches, the entertainment industry gears up to deliver some of the year’s biggest productions across cinema, television, and OTT platforms. This year is no exception, with highly anticipated films and soundtracks setting the stage for a grand celebration.

The much-anticipated song “Chand Mama” from the upcoming Shakib Khan starrer "Borbaad" is out now. This energetic item number, unveiled today in celebration of the superstar’s birthday, features vocals by Pritom Hasan and Dola Rahman.