The Bangabandhu International Conference Centre glittered last night as celebrities, influencers, and artistes gathered for the third edition of the coveted Blender’s Choice-The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards.

Earlier, the franchise had also won the Best Film/Drama/Series award for “Mohanagar” in the Critics’ category during the second edition of the award show

The song, penned by Shomeshwar Oli and composed by Sajid Sarker, had more than 6 million views on Youtube

The Critics category of the “Blender's Choice-The Daily Star OTT and Digital Content Awards 2023” witnessed stellar recognition for Dibya Jyoti and Tanzika Amin for their remarkable performances in “Mohanagar 2”. 

The renowned performer was honoured for his riveting portrayal of the iconic OC Harun in the gripping Hoichoi web series “Mohanagar 2”

The accolade highlights their outstanding performances in two gripping productions: Badhon for her portrayal of a resilient drug dealer in the Chorki original web series “Guti”, and Farin for her role in the Deepto Play original film “Nikosh”

Aryan first made waves in 2017 with "Boro Chele," which remains one of the most viewed Bangladeshi television productions on YouTube.

Jon Kabir, a name synonymous with Bangla rock, first rose to fame as the frontman for Black in the early 2000s. After leaving Black to form Indalo, he embraced a new musical direction

This year’s event, showcasing talent from 2023, brought together an array of stars, influencers, and creators, promising a night to remember.

It surpassed popular series like “Panchayat”, “Mirzapur” and “Citadel: Honey Bunny” to claim this position.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have taken their relationship to the next level, announcing their engagement to the delight of fans.

For the first time, celebrated Indian actor Saswata Chatterjee—best known for his roles in blockbuster hit films “Kalki”, “Crew” and “Kahaani”—will star in a Bangladeshi web series titled “Gulmohar,” directed by Syed Ahmed Shawki. The much-anticipated series, shrouded in mystery, is set to premiere early next year.

The broadcast of Gaan Bangla Television has been suspended. Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited has decided to halt the broadcast due to unpaid satellite fees. 

Renowned actor Chanchal Chowdhury has slammed rumours circulating in Indian media that claim he was detained at an airport and placed under house arrest. The report, published by West Bengal-based Sangbad Pratidin, alleges that Chanchal was stopped while travelling to New York and is now under surveillance.

Over the past two years, the awards have spotlighted outstanding achievements in the vibrant digital entertainment sector, and this year’s event at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC) Hall of Fame, starting at 4:30pm, is no exception.  

Ekushey Padak-winning Rabindra Sangeet artiste Papia Sarwar has been placed on ventilator support due to a deterioration in her physical condition. 

Though Sarah Jessica Parker might seem an unexpected choice to judge the UK’s most prestigious literary award, her recent foray into the publishing world has earned her a credible place on the 2025 Booker Prize panel. 

Each year, a range of programmes are organised to commemorate the Month of Victory, and this year is no different. To celebrate Victory Day, an open-air concert has been scheduled in the capital, featuring James alongside some of the country’s most renowned artistes.

The first look of the series, released earlier this week, introduces lead actors Rubel and Puja Chery in gripping roles, offering a glimpse into the dark world of high-stakes crime. The production house, Bongo, further fueled excitement with a cryptic message, while Raihan Rafi hinted at a major revelation to come.

Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx has revealed the details of a severe medical emergency that struck him in April 2023, which he had kept private until now. Speaking candidly during his Netflix comedy special “Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was …”, the 56-year-old actor described the frightening ordeal and how it led him to rediscover his faith.