Niloy Alamgir responds to backlash over animal welfare posts
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17 April 2026, 16:32 PM TV & Film
‘Prince’ set for Italy release after Eid run
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17 April 2026, 13:24 PM TV & Film
Jahangirnagar Film Festival / Humayun Faridi honoured posthumously at his alma mater
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17 April 2026, 12:22 PM Entertainment
‘Roid’ to screen at Seattle International Film Festival
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17 April 2026, 12:08 PM TV & Film
Shakib Khan and Sabila Nur radiate romance in new ‘Rockstar’ poster
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17 April 2026, 10:48 AM TV & Film
Hollywood stars oppose Paramount–Warner Bros merger
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16 April 2026, 13:28 PM TV & Film

‘Bonolota Express’ becomes highest-grossing Bangladeshi film in North America

Adapted from Humayun Ahmed’s novel “Kichukkhon”, the film features an ensemble cast of Mosharraf Karim, Chanchal Chowdhury, Sabila Nur, Azmeri Haque Badhan, Zakia Bari Mamo, Shamol Mawla and Sariful Razz.
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Starry-eyed Arpita on debuts with 'Tumito Cholei Jabe'

“I never really planned to become an actor,” said Arpita Mitra, a Rajbari native. The bright-eyed young lady said, “But somewhere along the way, I realised I loved being in front of the camera, and that changed everything.”
17 April 2026, 17:42 PM

Niloy Alamgir responds to backlash over animal welfare posts

Actor Niloy Alamgir has addressed the backlash he faces on social media for speaking about animal welfare, particularly issues concerning stray dogs.
17 April 2026, 16:32 PM

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer teases Doctor Doom showdown, Evans returns as Captain America

Marvel Studios has unveiled the first trailer for "Avengers: Doomsday" at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, offering a glimpse into the next chapter of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and drawing an enthusiastic response from attendees.
17 April 2026, 13:33 PM

‘Prince’ set for Italy release after Eid run

“Prince: Once Upon a Time in Dhaka”, starring Shakib Khan, is set to release in Italy, becoming the latest among this year’s Eid films to reach international audiences.
17 April 2026, 13:24 PM

Humayun Faridi honoured posthumously at his alma mater

At the Zahir Raihan Auditorium, organisers presented 18 special honours. Faridi—an alumnus of the university’s drama movement—was recognised for his enduring contribution to Bangladeshi theatre and film. His early engagement with campus theatre practices helped shape a career that later defined character acting in the country.
17 April 2026, 12:22 PM

‘Roid’ to screen at Seattle International Film Festival

“Roid”, the latest film by Hawa-famed director Mejbaur Rahman Sumon, is set to be screened at the Seattle International Film Festival in the United States ahead of its domestic release.
17 April 2026, 12:08 PM

Shakib Khan and Sabila Nur radiate romance in new ‘Rockstar’ poster

Shakib Khan’s upcoming film “Rockstar” continues to build anticipation, with the release of its second poster on Thursday evening. The film, which explores the rise and fall of a rockstar, features Sabila Nur opposite Shakib in a romantic setting.
17 April 2026, 10:48 AM

Falling in love with acting: Xefer Rahman

Audiences are loving their chemistry, but what makes it even more interesting is that Xefer Rahman shares a close friendship with Pritom Hasan.
17 April 2026, 10:00 AM

Hollywood stars oppose Paramount–Warner Bros merger

Florence Pugh, Pedro Pascal, Edward Norton and comedian Atsuko Okatsuka are among the latest Hollywood figures to sign an open letter opposing the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros merger, with the number of signatories now surpassing 2,000. Early supporters of the campaign included Joaquin Phoenix, Ben Stiller and Kristen Stewart.
16 April 2026, 13:28 PM

Jafar Panahi enters TIME 100 as a voice of cinematic resistance

Panahi’s career has long been shaped by confrontation with Iranian authorities. He has faced imprisonment and travel bans, yet continued to produce films—often under severe constraints—earning him global recognition as a leading voice of dissent in contemporary cinema.
16 April 2026, 11:37 AM

Tauquir Ahmed’s work across film, theatre to be revisited at Shilpakala

A day-long retrospective honouring actor-director Tauquir Ahmed will be held on April 19 at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, bringing together artists and cultural practitioners to revisit his work across film, theatre and television.
16 April 2026, 11:25 AM

'I can never repay this debt': Apurba expresses gratitude to fans

Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba, a popular face on the small screen, has seen his popularity grow steadily over the years. Through a wide range of roles, he has established himself in diverse dimensions of acting. In recent times, Apurba has reduced his work in television dramas and shifted his focus more towards OTT content.
16 April 2026, 11:16 AM

A film is the outcome of everyone's collective effort: Tanim Noor

I give credit to everyone who was with me during the making, including the artistes, scriptwriters, cinematographers, and the entire team who gave 100% of their labour and love.
16 April 2026, 10:00 AM

New ‘Lord of the Rings’ film unveils cast, Dornan to play Strider

Warner Bros and New Line have officially revealed the cast for “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt” for Gollum, ending months of speculation with a major announcement at CinemaCon.
15 April 2026, 17:57 PM

Rumana Mukti announces candidacy for artistes’ association election

Currently a member of the association’s executive committee, Mukti said her decision is shaped both by professional experience and a personal commitment to fulfil the wishes of her mother, veteran actor Anwara Begum.
15 April 2026, 11:16 AM

Baishakh brings two new web film releases on OTT

Two web films have been released on local OTT platforms to mark the Bengali New Year, featuring performances by Pritom Hasan, Xefer Rahman, Safa Kabir, and Partho Sheikh, among others.
15 April 2026, 10:05 AM

Pahela Baishakh belongs to everyone: Quazi Nawshaba

For actress Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed, the festival is about love and unity. “My desire to celebrate is always there,” she says. “Given my work, I usually collaborate with friends from Charukola, theatre colleagues, and younger artists from Gen Z.”
14 April 2026, 15:00 PM

Nationwide concerts and music events mark Pahela Baishakh

The Bengali New Year is set to be marked by a packed lineup of concerts, cultural events and digital releases across Bangladesh, as celebrations for Chaitra Sankranti and Pahela Baishakh gather momentum.
14 April 2026, 14:16 PM

What to watch on TV this Pahela Baishakh

To welcome the Bengali New Year, a variety of celebrations are taking place across the country. Various programmes will also be broadcast on the country’s television channels.
14 April 2026, 11:01 AM