Known by various titles—“The Poet of Love” and “Poet of Ruposhi Bangla”—Jibanananda's metaphysical and magically realist verses have enchanted countless readers and audiences. His influence spills over from literature into cinema, inspiring iconic works from the 90s rock band Moheener Ghoraguli to films like Sayantan Mukherjee’s “Jhora Palok” and Robiul Alam Robi’s “Moribar Holo Taar Shwaad.”

The Vicky Zahed-directed film, titled “Andhokarer Gaan”, revolves around a love story at its core. Apu plays the son of a wealthy man, a young individual struggling with drug addiction.

Kartik Aaryan’s much-anticipated "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3" will hit theatres in Bangladesh on the same day as its Bollywood release, under the South Asian Free Trade Area (Safta) agreement.

A case has been filed against producer Ekta Kapoor and her mother, Shobha Kapoor, over allegations of inappropriate scenes involving minors in an episode of the web-series "Gandii Baat" on ALT Balaji.

Farzana Chobi, a renowned actress with a long-standing association with Bangladesh Betar, has now officially embarked on a new journey as a news presenter. While she has been a familiar voice in radio dramas and occasionally worked as an announcer since last year, she made her debut as a newsreader last Saturday (October 19).

Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan has long held the position of director at Remark-Herlan, but now celebrated actor Siam Ahmed has also come on board as the brand ambassador for the company.

Actress Nusraat Faria has been keeping herself under the radar for quite some time. Her last notable appearance was in the film “Mujib: The Making of a Nation,” where she played the role of a young Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister. This is largely why the actress has stepped back from the limelight.

Recently, the actor has been busy working across three different mediums—drama, film, and music. He is currently stationed in Shailkupa, Jhenaidah, where he is shooting a new short film titled “Nodai”, which centres around the lives of fishermen. 

“If I had the opportunity to start my work life again, I wouldn’t be actress Ahona Rahman. I feel like I have spent a lot of time in this field, so now I should consider focusing on something else.”

Now, Shakib Khan's “Toofan” is also set to be released there. However, as confirmed by the production company Alpha i, instead of Bengali, the film will be dubbed in Urdu for its Pakistani audience.

The “Call Me by Your Name” famed director Luca Guadagnino is close to finalising a deal with Lionsgate to direct a fresh adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis' novel “American Psycho”.

Showcasing the versatile Alia Bhatt at her most formidable, director Vasan Bala brings a thrilling sibling drama wrapped as a jailbreak story in "Jigra". Produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Viacom18, the film follows Satya (Alia Bhatt), a fiercely protective older sister determined to save her younger brother, Ankur (Vedang Raina), from death row.

During the unveiling of “Screen” magazine in Mumbai on Friday, Rajkunar Hirani, talked about his first blockbuster, “Munna Bhai MBBS,” and suggested that a third film in the series could be in the works.

Director Mejbaur Rahman Sumon, known for his success with “Hawa,” is now preparing for his next project titled “Roid,” featuring Nazifa Tushi and Mostafizur Noor Imran in lead roles.

India’s Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi continues to dominate headlines with his latest claims of planning the assassination of politician Baba Siddique and issuing new threats against actor Salman Khan.

For nearly two decades, famed actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba has consistently won the hearts of viewers and earned widespread acclaim. He has excelled in TV dramas and OTT platforms. Marking a new milestone, he is set to make his Tollywood debut this year. Additionally, he will soon start filming for an upcoming web-project.

A spontaneous girl, who entered showbiz in 2006 as a model while still in school, quickly made her mark in the industry with grace and charm. Sarika Subrin, a household name for her roles in small-screen dramas, is now making waves on OTT platforms. She has also been the host of the longest-running celebrity show, “Amar Ami”, for four years now.

The film stars newcomer Oisheka Ahmed Oishe in the titular role, with Saif Khan portraying the character Apu. The cast also includes Jhuna Chowdhury, Rasheda Chowdhury, Khalilur Rahman Kaderi, Muna Akter, Arup Kundu, Md Abdur Razzaq, Mohammad Abdul Hamid, Anisur Rahman, and child artiste Simontini Chowdhury, among others.

The screenplay is nothing short of extraordinary. It's hard to imagine such a wild and compelling story coming to life. The film tackles numerous themes, blending body horror with thriller elements while addressing misogyny, ageism, and sexism. It also pays homage to classic horror films like “The Shining” and “Carrie”.

Officially titled "Joker: Folie a Deux," the film is set to debut at Star Cineplex in Bangladesh today for audiences nationwide.