Following this rejection, the film is officially uncertified and banned from public exhibition throughout Bangladesh. Any unauthorized screening of the film will result in confiscation, and those involved may face legal action. This order is effective immediately.

On October 28, it will be one year since our cherished "Friends" star Matthew Perry tragically passed away in a bathtub at his home in Pacific Palisades.

Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay’s first novel “Ghunpoka” is heading to the silver screen. Set in 1960s Kolkata, the story follows Shyam, a self-respecting young man who quits his job after being humiliated by his boss. The novel centres on Shyam’s loneliness and his struggle as an unemployed man in a bustling city.

The book, titled “Robi Poth,” is set to be released on November 2 at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.

Founded in 1998, Chabial has since produced advertisements, television dramas, and films under its banner. Farooki’s first production under Chabial was “Waiting Room”, which no television channel wanted to buy at the time. However, the landscape has drastically changed over the years.

The award, one of the prominent honours in Bangladeshi cinema, commemorates the legacy of Fazlul Haque, a pioneer of the country’s film journalism and the director of its first children's film, “President”.

In a world where the news feels like a doomsday clock’s countdown and our personal lives consist of work, bills, and endless scrolling of social media platforms, it is no wonder that people flock to OTT-based bling reality shows like moths to a Swarovski-encrusted flame. These glorified exercises in voyeuristic productions like “Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives”, “Selling Sunset”, or even “Bling Empire”, serve a very specific purpose: they remind us that no matter how bad things get in our mundane lives, we can always escape into the sparkly yet vapid vacuum of the ultra-rich behaving badly.

The director discussed his beginning in the film industry, his journey to becoming a filmmaker, the current state of cinema, and the future of filmmaking. Following this, he answered various questions from the audience. When a student asked if he would make a film about the July mass uprising, Rafi responded by announcing his intent to create such a film.

It is already well-known that Bangladesh's “Toofan” is slated for release in Pakistan, and the latest news confirms it will debut in 43 theatres across the country during its first week, as stated by the production company Alpha-i.

The filming of Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan’s latest movie “Borbaad” is currently underway. Under the direction of Mehdi Hasan Hridoy, the project is being shot in Mumbai, India.

The popular Indian crime show “CID” is returning with a new season. Sony TV announced on Instagram that “CID” is making a comeback after six years. 

The poster hints that the actor will be serving up local delicacies with a touch of the supernatural in this original series, set to premiere on the platform this Halloween.

Last year, Bangladesh’s Jaya Ahsan achieved a groundbreaking milestone at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), representing five films spanning three distinct film industries. This year, she will return to the 55th edition of IFFI with the film “Bhootpori”, which has been selected to be screened in the Feature Film segment within the Indian Panorama section of the festival.

With nearly a decade in the industry, Nishat Priom has captivated audiences on both television and OTT platforms. As one of the earliest talents in the OTT space, she consistently takes on diverse roles, pushing boundaries and exploring new dimensions in her craft.

Audiences in Bangladesh can watch it at Star Cineplex on its release day. Tom Hardy reprises his role as Venom, and the cast also includes Juno Temple, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Clarke Backo.

Centered on the lives of riverbed communities, the film “Noya Manush” has recently received clearance from the certification board. Directed by Sohel Rana Boyati, and starring Mousumi Hamid and Rawnak Hasan in lead roles, the film is scheduled for theatrical release by the end of the year.

Elba said he intends to move within “the next five, 10 years, God willing.” His goal, he noted, is to build an in-depth connection with the local film industry – a task he views as a “10-year process” that can only be achieved “in-country or on the continent.”

Among the emerging television actresses, Naznin Nahar Niha is experiencing a remarkable phase in her career. She has successfully built a loyal fan following, who eagerly look forward to her appearances on screen. 

Amazon Prime Video has revealed that “Good Omens” will wrap up with a special, feature-length episode rather than another full season.

Veteran actor Mamunur Rashid has just about wrapped up filming for his latest exciting project, “Borbaad,” directed by Mehedi Hasan Hridoy. After completing the shoot in Mumbai, India, he has officially returned to Bangladesh.