Raihan Rafi confirms ‘Toofan 2’ cast lineup

Many fans have been eagerly asking about a sequel to "Toofan". In an interview with the online edition of the West Bengal daily Anandabazar Patrika, director Raihan Rafi confirmed that he will begin work on "Toofan 2" upon his return from his current US tour.
14 July 2024, 05:38 AM

Bongo to feature Sreelekha-Darshana’s ‘Kolkata Diaries’

Bangladesh-based director Rashed Raha announced his web-film "Kolkata Diaries" last year, featuring West Bengal stars Sreelekha Mitra and Darshana Banik, alongside the up-and-coming Bangladeshi actor Shifat Amin Shuvo. The film, shot in Kolkata's Newtown, Rajarhat area, is now set to release on July 18 on an OTT platform.
14 July 2024, 05:09 AM

Reeling in fans: How indie music is exploding on Instagram reels

The music scene in South Asia has always been vibrant, but traditionally it has been dominated by the juggernaut of Bollywood soundtracks established by thriving labels. The industry is now witnessing a seismic shift, fueled by the democratising power of social media and the rise of short-form videos. Instagram reels have become a breeding ground for independent artistes who are bypassing traditional gatekeepers and building massive followings with their captivating narratives and infectious music.
14 July 2024, 04:00 AM

‘Laage Ura Dhura’ ranks fourth on YouTube's Top 100 chart

The movie stars Shakib Khan alongside India's Mimi Chakraborty and Bangladesh's Nabila, with significant roles played by Chanchal Chowdhury, Fazlur Rahman Babu, Gazi Rakayet, Salauddin Lavlu, and Gausul Alam Shaon. 
13 July 2024, 14:01 PM

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in Dhaka: All you need to know

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is renowned for his Qawwali, Ghazals. He gained immense popularity for his playback in Bollywood films. Among his popular songs are “Zaroori Tha”, “O Re Piya”, “Jag Soona Soona Lage”, “Tere Bin”, “Teri Ore”, “Main Jahaan Rahoon”, “Tere Mast Mast Do Nain”, “Tum Jo Aaye Zindagi Mein”, and “Dil To Bachcha Hai Ji”, among many others.
13 July 2024, 12:48 PM

Nachiketa, Ferdous grace Dhaka’s stage together

Nachiketa Chakraborty, a renowned figure in Bengali music industry, has graced the stage at the “Dhaka Melancholy” concert held at Hatirjheel Amphitheatre on Friday (July 12). His enchanting performance left the audience spellbound and deeply moved.
13 July 2024, 09:43 AM

‘Synthetic Reality’: Javed Jalil's artistic inquiry into mind's mechanism

What defines a thought? Is it a solitary idea or several notions intertwined within themselves? Can a thought exist in isolation? Perhaps, thoughts are hardly innate, rather they are perceived uniquely in a continuous chaotic dialogue within the mind.
13 July 2024, 07:00 AM

‘Ekti Khola Janala’: Who is behind the killing of nurses?

Vicky Zahed is renowned for creating narratives that explore the complex psychology and darker tendencies of human beings.
13 July 2024, 06:56 AM

Popy set to comeback with 'Direct Action'

Sadika Parvin Popy, the three-time National Film Award-winning actress, whose whereabouts have been a bit of a mystery to the film industry lately, is now gearing up to make an appearance and reconnect with her audience. 
13 July 2024, 06:38 AM

Being a Muslim today is isolating: Lucky Ali

Lucky Ali's melodious voice and heartwarming lyrics have captivated millions. However, he feels heartbroken and lonely due to his identity as a Muslim, fearing that the world might label him a terrorist simply because of his religion.
13 July 2024, 05:37 AM

John Cena recreates iconic move at Anant and Radhika's wedding

WWE champion-turned-actor John Cena looked enthusiastic as he attended Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's main wedding event in a traditional powder blue buttoned-up suit yesterday at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.
13 July 2024, 05:14 AM

Nuhash to direct his mother's screenplay debut

Nuhash Humayun's anthology web-series "Pett Kata Shaw'', featuring spine-chilling horror stories, garnered significant acclaim. The series includes four stories: "Ei Building E Meye Nishedh", "Mishti Kichu", "Loke Bole", and "Nishir Daak". Currently, Nuhash is engrossed in developing the second season of the series. 
13 July 2024, 04:55 AM

A jack of all trades: An exclusive with Parambrata Chattopadhyay

The talented artiste feels that the experience of working in “Ajob Karkhana” enriched his soul. “I used to look for the research works done on folk musicians and music genres and at that time, I didn't have the real experience of witnessing them performing live, which I had during the shoot. It seemed surreal to me when listening to Jari, Ghatu or Baul songs (in front of Lalon Shah’s shrine) in a rustic atmosphere with thousands of people.”
12 July 2024, 18:05 PM

Ambani-Merchant wedding day festivities begin with red carpet gala

Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani's son marries today in a lavish ceremony that has been a hot talking point at home and abroad, with his father's $260 billion conglomerate Reliance taking to social media to publicise the event heavily.
12 July 2024, 16:49 PM

Akshay Kumar tests positive for Covid, to miss Ambani-Merchant wedding

This marks the third time Akshay has contracted the virus, with previous positive tests in the early days of the pandemic and in 2022. Consequently, he will also miss the final promotions for his latest release, "Sarfira”.
12 July 2024, 13:08 PM

‘Talvar’: The gripping thriller you can't miss

“Talvar”, released internationally as “Guilty”, is a 2015 crime thriller directed by Meghna Gulzar and written by Vishal Bhardwaj. Loosely based on the infamous 2008 Noida double murder case, the film chronicles the brutal killings of a teenage girl and her elderly male servant. The case, which captivated public attention, saw her parents and several local servants implicated by various investigative bodies.
12 July 2024, 12:19 PM

Indraneil Sengupta starrer Bangladeshi film to hit theatres this August

"Nandini” includes an interesting lineup of singers who have lent their voices in several tracks. The list includes Imran Mahmudul, Nazmun Munira Nancy, Somnur Monir Konal, Salma Akhter, Kazi Shuvo, Swaralipi, and Aditi Rahman Dola. 
12 July 2024, 11:56 AM

Why ‘Kahaani’ remains an enduring classic

When “Kahaani”, directed by Sujoy Ghosh, was released in 2012, it created a significant impact. Both critically and commercially successful, the film was lauded for its women-centric theme and realistic approach to filmmaking. Over a decade later, it still stands as a compelling watch.
12 July 2024, 11:44 AM

‘Ajob Karkhana’: In search for the song of soul

Music is deeply connected with human emotions and often acts as therapy, which helps heal the mind and soul. Apart from listening to different forms of music, musical films is a popular genre in cinemas, where the narrative is highly depended on melody.
12 July 2024, 07:27 AM

Jungkook's ‘coming soon to cinemas’ revelation surprises ARMYs

After the release of solo documentaries by BTS members J-Hope and Suga, which explored their creative beginnings, the group's youngest member, Jungkook, is also set to debut in theatres.
12 July 2024, 06:56 AM
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