Kabir Suman declines further ‘modern’ music performances, will continue with ‘kheyal’

Popular musician Kabir Suman has announced the conclusion of his modern music performances, as conveyed through a social media post yesterday. However, he expressed his desire to continue regular performances focusing on Bangla kheyal.
4 March 2024, 07:08 AM

Eight female theatre personalities to be felicitated

The theatre festival and award ceremony will be held on the eve of International Women’s Day at the Mahila Samity’s Nilima Ibrahim Milanayatan, said Sayem Samad, lead artiste of Kanchkhela Repertory Theatre.
4 March 2024, 07:04 AM

Priyanka Chopra to star with 'The Boys' actor Karl Urban in new film

Recently, Priyanka Chopra has revealed her upcoming Hollywood project, "The Bluff," where she will be starring alongside Karl Urban from "The Boys."
4 March 2024, 05:33 AM

Two Bubly starrers to release this Eid

Bubly is set to entertain audiences in Mishuk Moni’s "Deyaler Desh" alongside Sariful Razz and Jasim Uddin Jakir's "Maya: The Love" with Ziaul Roshan.
4 March 2024, 05:11 AM

Minar moves forward with music

So, what is the artiste looking for in a partner? “Well, she has to be a good, honest person, and that’s pretty much it.” While we are yet to have found the lucky woman with a lifetime of free passes to Minar’s concerts, here’s to hoping that we can finally write ‘original’ news about his wedding.
3 March 2024, 18:05 PM

‘Inward Gaze’: Traversing new path in art

The exhibition is a pleasant treat for art lovers. Traversing a new path in art, the artist blossoms in the bliss of cosmic beauty in her search for inner peace, tranquillity and a divine connection with her works depicted in geometric forms and shapes, impressionable brush strokes and lurid colours. Her canvases are bountiful in realistic, semi-abstract, and abstract images. Thick and shimmering colours create volume and perspective in a poetic way.
3 March 2024, 14:14 PM

Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities turn ‘talk of the globe’

The pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani, 28, and Radhika Merchant, 29 so far have been extravagant, lavish and so out of the ordinary that they became the talk of the globe — especially with the world's biggest names included in their 1200-guest list.
3 March 2024, 12:40 PM

‘Metropolitan Melodies’ presents emotive hues of blues and greys

The inauguration of “Metropolitan Melodies”, the second solo art exhibition by artist Biplab Biprodas took place in the gallery of Art Bangla Foundation on March 1. The ceremony was graced by the presence of renowned artist Prof Rashid Amin, chairperson of the Department of Printmaking at Jagannath University as the main guest.
3 March 2024, 12:17 PM

Abul Hayat takes director’s seat for new drama

Renowned actor and theatre director Abul Hayat has recently directed a new drama, continuing his tradition of producing dramas around special occasions at various times of the year. He has concluded shooting for the one-hour drama.
3 March 2024, 11:13 AM

'Poor Things': An extravagantly peculiar film 

The movie seemed to throw in every cinematic trick in the book– the black and white to colour transition, the fish eye lens, the peephole, the title cards, the hackneyed steampunk aesthetic. As an audience, I was impressed by the detail, coordination, passion and planning behind this movie – all of which made it impossible to be distracted. The surreal and vibrant world of “Poor Things” earns your attention. 
3 March 2024, 10:36 AM

Anupam Roy shares wedding photo, captions it ‘beginning anew’

Popular singer Anupam Roy tied the knot with Kolkata-based singer Prashmita Paul in a private domestic ceremony held on Friday, as reported by Hindustan Times Bangla.
3 March 2024, 06:57 AM

Amitabh Reza Chowdhury's ‘Rickshaw Girl’ to be screened at Japan’s Film Festival

Amitabh Reza Chowdhury's critically acclaimed film "Rickshaw Girl" has received numerous awards and praises at various international film festivals. Now, the film has touched a new height with its successful screening at the prestigious Osaka Asian Film Festival in Japan.
3 March 2024, 05:13 AM

Zayed Khan’s membership cancelled by Film Artistes Association

Zayed Khan's membership in the Bangladesh Film Artists Association has been revoked by the current committee during the bi-general meeting of the organisation held on Saturday (March 2).
3 March 2024, 04:38 AM

Uttam Kumar to be seen on silver screen after 44 years

Recently, news emerged about filmmaker Srijit Mukherji's latest project, which involves featuring the legendary actor Uttam Kumar, 44 years after his demise. This remarkable revelation has stirred considerable buzz within the industry. On Friday (March 1), a glimpse of the film was unveiled.
3 March 2024, 04:00 AM

I’m respectful of Bangladesh’s rich musical heritage: Badshah

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Badshah shared his insights and reflections on his recent trip to Bangladesh, shedding light on his experience and aspirations.
2 March 2024, 18:15 PM

Must the show go on?

The tragedy of the Bailey Road fire which snatched away the lives of four dozen people is hard to digest, even for Dhaka-ites. Many cultural programmes seemed insipid amidst the shadow of death that loomed over one of the capital’s cultural hubs – leading to the cancellation or postponement of some.
2 March 2024, 16:21 PM

Peta protesters interrupt Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show

Animal rights activists from the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta) disrupted Victoria Beckham's fashion show at Paris Fashion Week, protesting against the use of animal skins in the fashion industry.
2 March 2024, 12:16 PM

A reflection on the not-so-great kitchen of households

Kitchens constitute an essential part of our lives, a space whose power dynamics we often overlook. But if cinema reflects our lives, shouldn't it highlight even the most mundane aspects? "The Great Indian Kitchen", a 2021 Malayalam movie written and directed by Jeo Baby, prompts us to consider just that.
2 March 2024, 12:00 PM

Netflix's new film boss likely to make more movies worth watching

In 2022, Dan Lin, known for producing "The Lego Movie" and "It," was in discussions to assume the leadership role at DC Studios. This presented a unique chance to revitalize the company responsible for iconic superheroes like Superman and Batman. However, negotiations fell through. One reported factor was the inability of David Zaslav, head of DC's parent company Warner Bros Discovery, and Lin to reach an agreement on suitable compensation for Lin's departure from his production company Rideback to take on the new role.
2 March 2024, 11:00 AM

Subir Nandi's unreleased track to drop soon

Legendary vocalist Subir Nandi's unreleased track “Ghoom” is all set to be released this week. Tanvir Tareq, a recipient of the National Film Award for his outstanding contributions to music direction, has composed the music for the song featuring lyrics penned by the well-known lyricist Shomeshwar Oli.
2 March 2024, 10:40 AM
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