Word-of-mouth plays crucial role among houseful cinemagoers

Amidst ongoing online debates, memes, and mockery, the five mainstream films that have been released have found their target audiences.
25 March 2026, 10:00 AM

Eid Day 5: TV shows to lookout for

From star-studded telefilms and popular movies to festive magazine shows and special series, the day promises entertainment for audiences of all ages.
25 March 2026, 09:00 AM

Audiences are loving Chitra: Sabila Nur

Directed by Tanim Noor, the film features Sabila Nur in the role of Chitra, a performance that has garnered widespread appreciation.
24 March 2026, 17:53 PM

‘Reject pirated content to save Bangladeshi cinema’: Siam Ahmed

Actor Siam Ahmed, whose film “Rakkhosh” released this Eid, has now stepped forward to urge audiences to reject pirated content.
24 March 2026, 13:16 PM

Partho and Samiha’s first Eid together

Another newlywed couple making headlines this Eid is popular television and OTT actor Partho Sheikh and Samiha Rahman, a professional nail tech and owner of the salon Blushé. Their love story, marked by a long pause and a joyful reunion, has captured attention from fans across the country.
24 March 2026, 12:00 PM

DiCaprio, Lawrence reunite in Scorsese’s ‘What Happens at Night’

Adapted from “What Happens at Night” by Peter Cameron, the story follows an American couple who travel to a remote European town to adopt a child. As events unfold, their surroundings grow increasingly disorienting, exposing fractures in their relationship and sense of self.
24 March 2026, 11:47 AM

Afran Nisho’s ‘Domm’ leads Eid box office with houseful shows

Tanim Noor’s “Bonolota Express” followed with 29 shows, while Mehedi Hassan Hridoy’s “Rakkhosh” secured 19. Raihan Rafi’s “Pressure Cooker” trailed with 15 screenings at the same circuit.
24 March 2026, 11:43 AM

Shakib Khan begins shooting for ‘Rockstar’

Amid the ongoing buzz surrounding “Prince”, Shakib Khan has begun shooting his upcoming Eid-ul-Azha release “Rockstar”
24 March 2026, 11:30 AM

US actor Bill Cosby ordered to pay US$19 million over sex abuse claim

A woman who said she was drugged and sexually assaulted by veteran US entertainer Bill Cosby was awarded more than US$19 million on March 23 after a civil hearing in California.
24 March 2026, 10:33 AM

Eid Day 4 brings a full house of TV entertainment

As the Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations continue, television channels across the country have lined up an extensive range of programmes for the fourth day (March 24, Tuesday), offering viewers a mix of dramas, films, music, talk shows, and children’s content. From star-studded telefilms and popular films to festive magazine shows and special series, the day promises entertainment for audiences of all ages.
24 March 2026, 08:00 AM

‘Chokro 2’ set to premiere on iScreen this week

The new episodes will explore a more complex psychological game.
23 March 2026, 21:56 PM

Nidhi and Raba gear up for Eid

Raba and Nidhi’s love story is as creative as it is romantic. He is one of the most sought-after music composers, while she is a talented content creator.
23 March 2026, 15:00 PM

‘Dhurandhar 2’ becomes a global hit, breaks box office records

Despite not releasing in Gulf countries, “Dhurandhar 2” earned $22 million overseas in its opening weekend.
23 March 2026, 14:39 PM

Actress and artist Bipasha Hayat celebrates birthday today

For several years now, she has been living in the United States, where she continues her work as an artist.
23 March 2026, 14:26 PM

Star-studded TV shows scheduled for Eid’s third day

The schedule includes dramas, telefilms, music shows, and celebrity talk shows featuring popular artistes.
23 March 2026, 13:05 PM

Shakib Khan-starrer ‘Prince’ screens at Star Cineplex after Eid-day disruption

The producers confirmed that the issue has now been resolved. They said the film will run in all branches of Star Cineplex from today (Monday).
23 March 2026, 11:44 AM

First time in theatres: what was it like?

Going to a cinema hall to watch one’s first film is always a memorable experience etched in the mind. In childhood, most people watch their first film with family members, and celebrities are no exception. Watching films during Eid has long been a cherished tradition. Four prominent stars of the country shared their first cinema-going experiences—where they watched their first films and which films they saw—with The Daily Star.
23 March 2026, 11:30 AM

Stars flock to cinemas for Eid releases

Big-budget films have long been a staple of Eid releases. Such films typically feature major stars and strong storytelling. This Eid, five new films have been released, and most of their stars visited cinema halls on Eid day, with more visits planned for today. Let’s take a look at which stars are heading to theatres to support these new releases.
22 March 2026, 17:18 PM

Chanchal Chowdhury returns to Tollywood with ‘Azadi’

Chanchal Chowdhury, celebrated across both Bengals, is currently working on a new film in Kolkata. He has been shooting there and spoke to The Daily Star over the phone recently.
22 March 2026, 11:33 AM

Where's your favourite star spending this Eid?

Eid is synonymous with joy—a grand celebration that brings people closer to their loved ones. During the holiday, many travel home, while others take the opportunity to vacation elsewhere. Celebrities are no different; they, too, spend Eid in their own ways. Some are abroad, while others remain in Dhaka. Here’s a glimpse of where stars are this Eid.
22 March 2026, 11:01 AM