Regarding his appointment as a jury member, Khandaker Sumon stated, "I have a special connection with the Nepal International Film Festival. After winning an award for ‘Saatao’ here, it is an honour to now serve as a judge. I am delighted to have the opportunity to watch and evaluate the works of talented filmmakers from different countries."

Prarthana Fardin Dighi was announced as the lead actress for the film “Tagar”, a project that generated significant buzz with its initial teaser, featuring the actress. She was praised for her appearance and expressions. However, as the filming dates approached, unexpected news surfaced—Dighi was dropped from the film, and popular actress Puja Chery replaced her. Director Aalok Hasan cited “unprofessional behaviour” as the reason for Dighi's removal.

The closing ceremony on Tuesday night was marked by an energetic staging of Kazi Nazrul Islam’s "Swami-Strir Jhogra", a lively Leto drama performed by the theatre group Bohor Natya Nritya Dal. The production, brought to life by Banshari, left a lasting impression on the audience. After the play, singers such as Bijon Mistry, Priyanka Bhattacharya, and Mridula Samaddar graced the stage with soulful renditions of Nazrul’s iconic songs.

During the global debut of Netflix’s “The Electric State” at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles, its directors Joe and Anthony Russo spoke with Deadline about the highly anticipated Marvel films “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars”, which are set for release in 2026 and 2027, respectively.

Mizanur Rahman Labu’s upcoming film “Atorbibilen” has received clearance from the Censor Certification Board. Following the approval, the director and producers aim to release the film in theatres later this year, and preparations for its release have already begun.

Disney Animation’s “Moana 2”, originally planned for a direct release on Disney+, was later redirected to cinemas by Disney Co-Chairman Alan Bergman and is now set to arrive on the streaming platform on March 12. This follows a theatrical run spanning 105 days.

This remarkable exhibition will bring together both classic and widely celebrated Indian films, offering audiences a glimpse into the rich cinematic heritage of India.

Eventually, his only book of poetry, "Je Jole Agun Jole!", was published. Helen’s husband bought a copy of the book from a book fair and gifted it to her. Upon reading the book, Helen realised that every poem reflected the poet’s yearning for her. 

The much-anticipated annual Nazrul Utsav 2025 kicked off yesterday, celebrating the philosophies of Kazi Nazrul Islam, the national poet whose works embody a powerful message of secularism, humanity, and unity. The two-day festival, organised by the Bangladesh Nazrul Sangeet Songstha (BNSS) at the Chhayanaut premises, is scheduled to run from 5pm to 9:30pm, featuring performances by over 100 artistes from Bangladesh.

Among the performers set to take the stage are “Wicked” co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Though Erivo had previously downplayed the possibility of performing at the event, dismissing it as “wishful thinking,” it is now confirmed that she will perform alongside Grande. Whether the duo will perform a number from “Wicked” remains unclear.

Amid a prolonged dry spell for Bangladesh’s television drama industry, "Mon Duari" has arrived as a much-needed surprise. Released under the banner of CMV for Valentine’s Day, the one-hour-thirty-minute production has garnered over 12 million views on YouTube in just six days, defying the industry’s half-year "view drought" and topping YouTube's trending charts.

National Film Award-winning filmmaker Zahidur Rahim Anjan, renowned for “Meghmallar”, has passed away.

Bangladesh Udichi Shilpigoshthi has claimed that a section of former Udichi activists who have left the umbrella of the organisation long ago has recently left cultural enthusiasts, all over the country, puzzled by performing a street drama named “Mukhosh” under their banner. This section for many years, featured the previous-incumbent government’s political and cultural narratives.

Mehazabien Chowdhury and Adnan Al Rajeev have finally shared enchanting photos from their wedding reception, capturing a truly magical moment.

Social media is currently buzzing with leaked stills from Mehazabien Chowdhury's gaye holud (turmeric ceremony). The images, seemingly shared by close friends, feature Mehazabien smiling alongside her husband, producer and director Adnan Al Rajeev, with a group of musicians visible in the background.

The 31st annual Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards wrapped up its ceremony, spotlighting the best in film and television just ahead of the Oscars. “A Complete Unknown's” Timothée Chalamet was awarded Best Leading Actor, while Kieran Culkin won Best Supporting Actor for his role in “A Real Pain”. Zoe Saldaña took home the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance in “Emilia Pérez”.

Directed by Jakir Hossain Raju, "Jibon Songsar" became a commercial success when it first hit theatres on October 18, 1996. The film, rich in storytelling, music, and performances, featured not only Salman Shah and Shabnur but also the popular duo of Farooque and Babita from the black-and-white era.

The latest instalment in the “Captain America” franchise, “Captain America: Brave New World”, was released internationally on February 14. Even before its release, the film was already generating immense buzz, and after hitting theatres, it has been dominating the box office. Now, Bangladeshi fans can also experience the excitement, as the film is set to premiere at Star Cineplex starting today.

Yesterday, during a press conference at the BFDC premises, this demand was announced by Ashraf Uddin Ahmed Uzzal, actor and adviser to the Non-Discriminatory Film Interests Protection Committee.

Timothée Chalamet has set a new record at the SAG Awards. The “A Complete Unknown” star won Best Actor at yesterday's event, making history as the award's youngest recipient at age 29.