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Actor Tariquzzaman Tapan passes away at 60
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‘Daagi’ triumphs as Nisho, Tama take home awards
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Mehazabien-starrer ‘Saba’ secures double win at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
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Jaya Ahsan wins Best Actress award for ‘Jimmi’
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Shawki’s ‘Gulmohor’ wins big at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
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Petition against Paramount–Warner Bros deal crosses 4,000 signatures
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24 April 2026, 12:08 PM Entertainment

‘Durgar Shomudro’: Thought-provoking pictures urge humanity to course-correct

“Each photo will make people think, and that is our goal—to make people think, and we believe it will create an impact,” said Nawshaba.
13 October 2024, 18:05 PM

‘Jigra’ delivers Alia's lowest box office launch in 10 years

In recent years, Alia Bhatt has been recognised as one of the most successful actresses of her generation in Hindi cinema. Over her career spanning more than a decade, she has featured in some of the industry's biggest blockbusters while also establishing herself as a box office draw with female-led solo hits.
13 October 2024, 11:42 AM

‘Kaos’ creator ‘gutted’ over Netflix's decision to cancel series

“Kaos” was envisioned as a bold contemporary retelling of Greek and Roman mythology, blending ancient narratives with modern themes in a darkly comic style. The first—and now only—season featured Jeff Goldblum as Zeus, who punished fellow god Prometheus (Stephen Dillane) by chaining him to a cliff for defying his rule. Prometheus, however, sought revenge, enlisting the help of three humans: Eurydice (Aurora Perrineau), Ariadne (Leila Farzad), and Caeneus (Misia Butler), to overthrow Zeus.
13 October 2024, 11:37 AM

Disney confirms Summer 2025 releases for ‘Lilo & Stitch’ and ‘Freakier Friday’

Disney is gearing up to make summer 2025 all about family. The studio has scheduled two family-oriented films for next summer: the live-action adaptation of "Lilo & Stitch" and the sequel "Freakier Friday", starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan.
13 October 2024, 06:07 AM

Abul Hayat and Tariq Anam Khan honour Jamal Uddin Hossain

Jamal Uddin Hossain notably authored an autobiographical book titled “Amar Jibon Amar Sujon”, which is sure to provide an in-depth look at certain significant points of his life.
12 October 2024, 18:05 PM

Nawshaba’s Durga-inspired photoshoot inspires communal harmony

To celebrate this year's Durga Puja, the talented actress Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed honoured Goddess Durga through a thought-provoking re-enactment in a photoshoot titled "Durgar Shomudro" (Durga’s Ocean).
12 October 2024, 11:28 AM

Jovan shines in Topu Khan’s ‘Momota’

Prominent small-screen actor Farhan Ahmed Jovan recently appeared in the new drama "Momota", directed by Topu Khan and written by Limon Ahmed. The drama also stars actress Sadia Ayman alongside Jovan.
12 October 2024, 06:41 AM

‘Pride and Prejudice’ series in the works at Netflix

A new adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” is currently in the works at Netflix. Moreover, Dolly Alderton, the author of “Everything I Know About Love,” is writing the script.
12 October 2024, 05:06 AM

Veteran actor Jamal Uddin Hossain no more

Veteran television actor Jamal Uddin Hossain passed away at the age of 81, in the early hours of this morning in Calgary, Canada.
12 October 2024, 03:10 AM

Voice of Japan's beloved robot cat 'Doraemon' dies

A Japanese actor who was the voice of "Doraemon", a cartoon cat robot beloved by children in Japan and other countries has died, her agency said Friday. Nobuyo Oyama was 90.
11 October 2024, 11:35 AM

Duronto TV’s Puja special arrangements

As part of Duronto TV’s special Durga Puja celebrations, the popular programme "Ronger Khelay Shurer Bhelay" will have a special episode titled "Ronger Khelay Shurer Bhelay Pujar Melay." In this episode, Debolina Sur, Champa Banik, and Abida Sultana will sing Puja songs with the children, celebrating the festival with music, drums, and incense. 
11 October 2024, 11:29 AM

Siam Ahmed to lead in Aryan’s debut film

The upcoming film, yet to be titled, will be shot at locations both in Bangladesh and abroad, with a planned release during Eid ul-Azha 2025.
11 October 2024, 10:19 AM

Netflix renews ‘Nobody Wants This’ for season 2 with new showrunners

“Nobody Wants This” stars Kristen Bell as Joanne, an agnostic podcast host, and Adam Brody as Noah, an unconventional rabbi. The series follows their unlikely romantic connection, navigating through their contrasting worldviews and the chaos brought on by their families.
11 October 2024, 10:12 AM

Kushum Shikder’s ‘Shoroter Joba’ hits theatres today

Kushum Shikder’s “Shoroter Joba”, originally a short story published in a 2017 Eid special magazine issue, has now been adapted into a full-length feature film. The movie makes its grand debut today, with screenings at Star Cineplex and Jamuna Blockbuster.
11 October 2024, 05:40 AM

Shirin Shila ties the knot in a private ceremony

Shirin and Sajil first crossed paths six years ago, and what began as a mutual attraction gradually developed into a lasting relationship. Speaking to the media about the special significance of the date, Shirin shared, "We've been together for six years. Interestingly, we met for the first time on October 10, and now we've tied the knot on the same date.”
11 October 2024, 05:36 AM

Devotion, reflection and lost childhood: Stars share Durga Puja plans

As celebrities prepare for the festivities, many are taking a step back to reminisce about cherished memories, while others are embracing quieter celebrations.
10 October 2024, 18:05 PM

‘We should coexist peacefully’: Shakib Khan on relations with India

In a recent media interview, Shakib faced tough questions about the delicate relationship between India and Bangladesh and offered his perspective on the matter.
10 October 2024, 13:55 PM

Director Steve McQueen's 'Blitz' opens 2024 London Film Festival

Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen kicked off the London Film Festival yesterday with his gripping World War Two drama "Blitz".
10 October 2024, 13:14 PM

Love, loss, and loops of life in ‘CTRL’

The world of “CTRL”, currently reigning at the top of Bangladesh’s most-watched movies on Netflix, beckons us into a juncture where technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), begins to infiltrate the most intimate corners of human life. While the theme of technology overtaking our existence is hardly new, director Vikramaditya Motwane's approach presents this circumstance with a fresh and distinctly Indian perspective — framed within the glossy yet perilous world of social media influencers.
10 October 2024, 12:47 PM

No intention of retiring: Martin Scorsese

After nearly 60 years in the film industry, Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese has made it clear that he isn’t ready to step away from filmmaking just yet.
10 October 2024, 07:57 AM