The Sanjoy we saw on yesterday, performing “SIIR SIIR” alongside Nora Fatehi and French artiste Vegedream while donning a maroon jacket with Bangladesh’s iconic Bengal Tiger, Shapla, and the red circle representing our flag, was anything but accidental.

Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film stars Jaafar Jackson, nephew of the late King of Pop, in the lead role.

Nearly a year after filming began, director Kaushik Ganguly has announced the release date of "Ajo Ardhangini", the sequel to the critically acclaimed Bengali film "Ardhangini".

The honour was handed over to him by State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyam on Friday evening at the National Theatre Hall of the Shilpakala Academy in the capital. The event, titled “Timeless Voice: Syed Abdul Hadi in Respect and Love,” was sponsored by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.

The event aimed to explore Ukil Munshi’s philosophy of longing and separation in the context of modern urban loneliness, emotional isolation and mental struggles.

Bangladeshi-American DJ and music artist Sanjoy represented Bangladesh beautifully with his performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Canada.

The Daily Star hosted a star-studded roundtable with Ekushey Padak-winning actor-director Mamunur Rashid, filmmaker Gias Uddin Selim, TV directors Sohel Arman, Animesh Aich, Arif Khan, Aranyo Anawer, Shakal Ahmed, and theatre actor-director Tropa Majumdar, discussing television’s shift from a cultural powerhouse to a medium struggling for survival.

Held ahead of World Music Day, the musical evening paid tribute to the legacy of mystic poet and songwriter Dewan Hason Raja, whose songs continue to resonate with audiences more than a century after his lifetime.

For Azizul Hakim, football may not have become a lifelong profession, but the lessons, memories and dreams forged on the pitch continue to shape the person he is today.

He finally discloses that he is set for a silver screen project, saying, “Then one day, I noticed that the story was no longer sitting far away. Slowly, it came to sit beside me. Now, I can see it clearly. I am about to make the first feature film of my life. See you at the cinema.”

With the official confirmation now in place, audiences can look forward to seeing Masud’s story continue on an even larger scale.

The documentary “Ektarar Imam”, based on the life and legacy of mystic bard Ukil Munshi, was screened at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy yesterday, marking the 141st anniversary of his birth.

Long before streaming platforms and social media made cultural trends easier to identify, the World Cup was already showcasing where popular music was heading.

Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has taken a significant step towards expanding his international presence after signing with Anonymous Content, the production and management company behind several acclaimed films and television projects.

After receiving a positive response in Bangladeshi cinemas, "Malik" is now set to meet audiences in Australia, with leading actor Arifin Shuvoo travelling to attend the film's premiere screenings.

Alongside the opening production “Chor-er Naam Charandas”, audiences will see “Rina Plung” by Young Bonghung Theatre of Bandarban, “Oedipus” by Drishyakabya, “Cafe de Volte” by Hunt Theatre, “Byatikrom O Niyom” by Prachyanat, “Rongmahal” by Dhaka Theatre, “Mahakaler Antorjatra” by Natyayan of Sylhet, and “The Great Smuggler” by Shobdo Theatre of Jashore on the closing day.

Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud has proposed an allocation of Tk 826 crore for the culture sector in the national budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year, which was placed in Parliament yesterday.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 celebrations are set to continue in Canada with a star-studded opening ceremony in Toronto on June 12. Among the highlights of the event will be a live performance of “Siir Siir” by global star Nora Fatehi, French singer Vegedream, and Bangladeshi-American DJ Sanjoy.

This is the question that viewers see on the wall when they first go to “Baakmuhurto / A Turning Moment” at Shala Neighbourhood Art Space, Aloki. It is a question that we have all thought about, but in different ways. Decolonisation has been injected in our veins for centuries, and everyone has wondered at least once in their lives — Who am I without invasion?

Indian entertainment company Eros International⁠ has announced a major content slate that includes sequel plans for several popular Bollywood films, including “Tere Naam” and “Rangeela”.