Although she had planned to come back to Bangladesh ahead of Eid, changes in travel arrangements led her to the UK, where her daughter, Anmol, lives.

For Sadia, the festival is about connection, love, and shared joy. She extends warm greetings to her fans, saying, “Eid Mubarak to all of you at The Daily Star and to all my viewers. Advance Eid Mubarak to everyone.”

Eid television launches with a rich roster of dramas and telefilms across Bangladesh’s key channels, marking the festive day with new storytelling and familiar faces. From prime‑time single dramas to serial releases that will run through the week, broadcasters have scheduled a mix of work that spans genres and audiences.

The lineup includes “Prince: Once Upon a Time in Dhaka”, “Domm”, “Pressure Cooker”, “Rakkhosh”, and “Bonolota Express”.

Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar: The Revenge” has made a record-breaking start at the box office, surpassing expectations set by its strong advance ticket sales. Released on March 19, the film earned over Rs 100 crore on its opening day, making it the highest first-day grosser for a Hindi film.

Legendary singers Sabina Yasmin and Runa Laila have returned to playback for two films releasing this Eid.

Only a handful of songs from this year’s five upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr releases have been unveiled so far. While film songs are usually released well in advance, this year most tracks are being launched just days before the films’ release, limiting their reach among listeners. As a result, none of the songs has yet gained widespread popularity, though they may find an audience in the coming days.

Eid entertainment is no longer confined to cinema halls, as OTT platforms are offering a wide range of content for viewers this festive season. From thrillers to romantic dramas, this year’s lineup caters to diverse tastes.

Miftah Zaman, known for his distinctive presence in contemporary Bangla music, is set to release a new song this Eid. Titled “Onno Karo Golpe”, the track will be released on Chand Raat.

To mark Eid-ul-Fitr, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has taken an initiative to organise a special cultural programme titled “Chand Raat Eid Anondo Utshob”. The event will be held today (March 20) at 6:30pm at the academy’s open-air Nandan Mancha in Segunbagicha.

A special Eid edition of “Raat Adda”, hosted and scripted by Tanvir Tareq, will be aired over three consecutive days during the festival.

Director Sohel Raaz’s latest drama “Chayasongi” is set to premiere on Chand Raat, adding a romantic thriller to the festive lineup. Starring Khairul Basar and Sadnima Binte Noman in the lead roles, the drama will be released today (March 20) on Shushmita Anis’s YouTube channel.

Popular musician Jahid Nirob is set to release a new song featuring his father and brother for the first time. The qawwali-inspired track, titled “Shukriya Hasnah”, will be released on Chand Raat ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.

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In the song, Shakib Khan appears in a regal new look alongside Indian actress Jyotirmoyee Kundu. The 3-minute-30-second track unfolds like a series of vivid visual canvases, with the actor sporting long hair, earrings, and a multicolored embroidered jacket—marking a striking departure from his usual style.

With only two days left until Eid-ul-Fitr, pre-sale tickets for Shakib Khan’s highly anticipated Eid release “Prince” have started at CineScope cinema hall in Narayanganj, quickly generating a buzz among fans.

“This Eid, I’ll be away, but the work keeps me close to the audience,” shared Khairul Basar in conversation with The Daily Star. With a bunch of projects to be aired on the festival, the actor is set to go to Australia for shooting, where he will celebrate Eid.

Singer-songwriter Minar Rahman has released a brand new song titled “Maya”, which premiered on YouTube yesterday, already drawing attention from listeners for its deeply reflective theme and heartfelt composition.

Social media was abuzz yesterday as news broke of a collaboration between Pritom Hasan and legendary vocalist Runa Laila for a song in the upcoming film “Prince.” The announcement quickly drew attention from fans and music lovers alike.

Amid a wave of violence and full on action movies, director Tanim Noor is choosing a different path—one rooted in emotion, music, and stories that bring families back to theatres. After delivering “Utshob” last year, he returns this Eid-ul-Fitr with a new film inspired by Humayun Ahmed’s short story “Kichukkhon”, with a multi-starrer cast.