The appointment was confirmed through a notification issued today, undersigned by Abu Saleh Md Mahfuzul Alam, Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Public Administration.

The programme is part of the broader Musician’s Master Class (MMC) initiative, designed to provide structured learning opportunities for musicians across Bangladesh.

Martin Scorsese has lined up his next film — an adaptation of Peter Cameron’s ghostly novel “What Happens at Night” — with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence set to star.

“Macbeth” is based on William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, restructured by Juana Sobnom and presented in the Bangladeshi mime tradition.

Mohanlal began his acting career in 1978 with the film “Thiranottam” and rose to prominence in 1980 for his portrayal of the main antagonist in “Manjil Virinja Pookkal”.

There is something disarmingly honest in the way director Arafat Mohsin Nidhi and writer Raba Khan present these little exchanges — gestures so mundane they almost go unnoticed in real life, until you realise they are the building blocks of intimacy

After earning accolades at international festivals, Akram Khan’s "Nakshikathar Jamin" was released in theaters across the country on December 27 last year. The film is now set to screen on OTT soon.

Director-turned-actor Saraf Ahmed Zibon, celebrated for his comedic performances, has added another accolade to his career. He won Best Supporting Actor (Male) in the Popular Category at the Blender’s Choice–The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards 2024 for his role in Kajal Arefin Ome’s web-film “Osomoy’.

The launch event drew prominent figures from the country’s film and theatre community, including Shahiduzzaman Selim, president of the Directors Guild; Azad Abul Kalam, president of Actors’ Equity; directors Chayanika Chowdhury and Sakal Ahmed; and artistes Imtiaz Barshan and Prasun Azad. Their presence was hailed as an inspiration for emerging filmmakers committed to socially conscious storytelling.

I was pleasantly surprised to find very few tickets left for an afternoon show on a working day for an anime movie screening in Bangladesh. Outside the halls, a sizeable crowd waited, dressed up in haoris of their favourite characters. “Demon Slayer Infinity Castle” is here at Star Cineplex, and the hype is real. 

Taylor Swift is turning her latest album launch into a cinematic event. To celebrate the release of her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl”, the pop superstar has announced a three-day theatre experience titled “Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl”.

Modhuban Cineplex, one of Bogura’s modern theatres, has officially closed its doors. The announcement came Thursday (September 18) night, through a heartfelt Facebook post addressed to its loyal audiences, marking the end of an era for the region’s entertainment scene.

The film will be released in theatres on September 26, coinciding with the Durga festival.

Director Piplu R Khan’s pandemic-era drama “Jaya Aar Sharmin” will premiere on Chorki at 12:01 am on September 25. Starring Jaya Ahsan and Mohsina Akter, the film captures the quiet intensity of two women—an actress and her house help—confined within a single home during the Covid-19 lockdown. Their fragile bond grows in silence and eventually strains under the weight of isolation and shifting relationships.

Recently, Ankan has been making waves with “Long Distance Love,” composed by Shuvendu Das Shuvo, with lyrics co-written by Pragata Naoha and Ankan himself. The song resonated deeply with listeners who related to the pain of separation. “Some loved it, while others didn’t. But what I cherished most was that people began sharing their own love stories in my comment section,” he said.

She also mentioned that due to the sudden nature of the decision, her only sister-in-law was unable to attend the ceremony as she is currently abroad. She added, “However, in the future, we plan to organise a post-wedding reception with colleagues, relatives, and close friends. We hope for everyone’s prayers and good wishes for our new journey.”

Looking ahead to the international competition in November, Mithila added, “I want to represent Bangladesh with pride. With dignity, courage, and honour, I will do my best to uphold my country’s name. Please stand by me and keep me in your prayers.”

Assamese singer was beloved across South Asia for his Bollywood hit

Trump, speaking aboard Air Force One, accused networks of being overwhelmingly negative toward him. “They give me only bad publicity,” he told reporters. “I would think maybe their licence should be taken away.”

Only weeks ago, another of his songs, “Tumi Masti Korbe Jani”, went viral after a live concert, a cheeky satire aimed at three stalwarts of West Bengal politics.