In a candid revelation, renowned actor Gary Oldman opened up about his perceived shortcomings in his portrayal of Sirius Black in the iconic "Harry Potter" film series. Oldman, speaking on Thursday's episode of the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast, expressed his belief that his work in the beloved wizarding world was "mediocre."

Today, YG Entertainment, the agency for Blackpink, officially announced that they won't extend the individual contracts of the members for solo ventures. According to Soompi, the agency conveyed its intention to enthusiastically support the members in their individual pursuits. Notably, all four Blackpink members have recently renewed their contracts with YG Entertainment specifically for group activities.

Eighty-six years after Sayeeda's birth, these facts still resound, underscoring the pivotal role of parenting and support systems in shaping someone's journey, regardless of the societal norms they were born into. However, winning the birth lottery didn’t mean it was easy for Sayeeda; what she accomplished with a camera, paving the way for future generations of female photographers, was nothing short of conquering the Himalayas.

Jermaine Jackson, a member of the iconic Jackson 5 and older brother to the late Michael Jackson, is facing a legal battle as a woman, Rita Barrett, has filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual assault.

Mahiya Mahi recently discussed her decision to step away from the film industry. She is currently vying for a seat in the upcoming national elections, actively engaging with voters on the campaign trail. Following her involvement in the election campaign, Mahi approached the electorate, stating, "As a mother of a child, I have decided not to pursue roles in movies any longer."

In a recent announcement, Nishad Humayun, son of the late literary maestro Humayun Ahmed and actress Meher Afroz Shaon, is gearing up to launch a podcast addressing Bangladesh's educational landscape. 

In an ongoing legal tussle between renowned rapper Eminem and “The Real Housewives of Potomac” celebrities Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon, the hip-hop icon has sought a protective order.

In the year 2023, there was a notable preference for Bangla songs amongst the audience, with several catchy ones gaining popularity. It is noteworthy that listeners actively engaged with and discussed Bengali songs, marking a significant accomplishment this year. There was a relatively lower release of new songs by production houses as their emphasis shifted towards drama production. Despite this, listeners continued to enjoy and appreciate the existing Bengali tracks.

Renowned veteran actress Sharmila Tagore revealed her past battle with cancer, shedding light on why she couldn't take up a role in the movie "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani". Accompanied by her son, actor Saif Ali Khan, she appeared on the latest episode of "Koffee with Karan", hosted by filmmaker Karan Johar.

Renowned actress Dilara Hanif Purnima has expressed concern about instances of harassment involving WhatsApp calls and missed calls from a phone number associated with her image.

The esteemed Indian actor and politician Narayanan Vijayaraj Alagarswami, renowned as Vijayakanth, breathed his last today in Chennai at the age of 71. His demise transpired due to complications arising from pneumonia, following his battle with the illness for a substantial period of time.

Since December 22, Aranyak has been staging the play continuously for six days at various theatre halls across Kolkata, including Kalyani Mancha in the city, as well as in Madhyamgram and Belgharia in West Bengal, India.

Operation Jackpot stands as a significant chapter in the history of Bangladesh's Liberation War. The story of courage displayed in this guerrilla operation by the naval sector is on its way to being adapted for the silver screen. The cinematic depiction, titled “Operation Jackpot”, is set to be funded by the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs.

Ariana Grande, the renowned pop sensation, took to social media on Wednesday morning to announce her highly-anticipated return to the music scene in 2024 with the announcement of dropping a new album.

A complaint has been filed in Mumbai against Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor and his family, alleging that their viral Christmas celebration video has offended religious sentiments.

The year 2023 in the film industry witnessed a fascinating mix of victories and setbacks for major studios, marking a diverse landscape of box office performances and unforeseen outcomes. Let's dive into the highs and lows across prominent studios and their movie releases.

Mbongeni Ngema, writer of the acclaimed musical “Sarafina” about student riots in apartheid Soweto, was killed in a car crash on Wednesday at the age of 68, his family announced.

2023 has proven to be yet another eventful year for Bangladeshi over-the-top platforms, with the release of some outstanding projects. Chorki, Hoichoi, and Binge, among other platforms, have introduced a significant number of projects that generated considerable excitement among audiences over the past year. Let's look back at the series and films that have kept people subscribed throughout 2023.

“Kho Gaye Hum Kahan” is the closest and perhaps the most honest and relatable representation of this lost generation, as the title of the movie says. Perhaps a bit too relatable at times.

On the occasion of Bollywood icon Salman Khan's 58th birthday, fans in Bangladesh, particularly the ‘Salman Khan Fan Club Bangladesh,’ have undertaken charitable initiatives to commemorate the actor's special day.