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‘Why are mob assaults being normalised?’

Like other social media users, actress Mehazabien Chowdhury voiced against this brutality. In her post, she asked, "Why is mob beating being normalised?"
20 September 2024, 12:33 PM

‘Rong Dhong’ to hit screens this November after long wait

Directed by Ahasan Sarawar, the film tells the story of several newcomers in the film industry who fall victim to deception. The director shared that the film doesn’t have a singular protagonist; instead, it focuses on multiple characters, each given equal weight.
20 September 2024, 05:20 AM

I welcome reforms in the industry: Shahiduzzaman Selim

With a career spanning over three decades, Selim remains one of the most sought-after actors, constantly evolving with the times, while staying true to his craft.
20 September 2024, 05:13 AM

‘We want real change’: Tariq Anam Khan on Actors’ Equity reform

With over five decades of experience in stage, television, and film, Tariq Anam Khan has long been a pillar of Bangladesh’s entertainment industry. Now, he's stepping into a new role—at the forefront of a movement demanding reform within Actors' Equity Bangladesh.
19 September 2024, 18:05 PM

‘Rongila Kitab’ poster revelas Mostafizur Noor Imran as lead actor

Yesterday, the makers of "Rongila Kitab" revealed the first look, finally introducing the male lead.
19 September 2024, 09:58 AM

Ananya Panday starrer 'Call Me Bae' confirmed for Season 2

Prime Video has officially renewed the Ananya Panday-led comedy series “Call Me Bae” for a second season, as announced yesterday.
19 September 2024, 09:54 AM

Tariq Anam Khan to lead Actors Equity’s interim reform committee

Artistes advocating for reforms have raised several concerns about Actors Equity Bangladesh, the professional organisation of television actors, demanding significant changes.
19 September 2024, 09:48 AM

Salman Shah's legacy lives on, his light unfading

Today would have marked the 53rd birth anniversary of one of Bangladesh's most beloved actors, Salman Shah. Had he been alive, Salman would have turned 53, and the celebrations would likely have been spectacular.
19 September 2024, 06:32 AM

'Mayaa': Rayhan Rafi returns this month with another web-film

The film explores the complex struggles of modern women and family dynamics, with Sarika Subrin starring in the titular role. She is joined by Mamnun Hasan Emon, who makes his OTT debut with this project.
19 September 2024, 05:59 AM

Kusum Sikder’s directorial debut to drop its teaser on September 20

Actress Kusum Sikdar's directorial debut, "Shoroter Joba", is going to drop its teaser on September 20.
19 September 2024, 05:28 AM

My dreams revolve around cinema: Mondera 

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Mondera shared, "I have signed two new films. The shooting has been delayed due to the current political situation, but I hope to start soon. One of the films is a Bangladeshi production, and the other is a Bengali film from Kolkata."
18 September 2024, 18:05 PM

Batman to become first superhero with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

DC's iconic superhero Batman is all set to create history by becoming the first superhero with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Batman's star will be at 6764 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Hollywood Guinness World Records Museum on September 26, reported Billboard.
18 September 2024, 14:15 PM

Certification board to be in effect, will process films faster: Information Adviser Nahid

Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam announced that a certification board will be formed soon under the Bangladesh Film Certification Act, 2023.
18 September 2024, 12:12 PM

‘Call Me Bae’: Funny and endearing Ananya excels in this heiress-to-hustler story

“Call Me Bae," created by Ishita Moitra with co-writers Samina Motlekar and Rohit Nair, follows the story of poor little rich girl Bella Chowdhary, affectionately known as Bae, played by Ananya Panday. For those who may not be familiar with generational slang, 'Bae' is a term of endearment used to refer to someone's sweetheart.
18 September 2024, 11:35 AM

Pori Moni celebrates 'divorce anniversary'

On September 17 of last year, the popular showbiz duo, Sariful Razz and Pori Moni, parted ways amidst marital strife. As the one-year anniversary of their split approached this past Tuesday, Pori Moni chose to mark the occasion in an unconventional way.
18 September 2024, 07:33 AM

Mosharraf Karim to star in anthology series ‘Adhunik Bangla Hotel’

Celebrated actor Mosharraf Karim has recently taken on an exciting project—an anthology series, “Adhunik Bangla Hotel”, directed by Kazi Asad. This new venture, created for the streaming platform Chorki, comes with a twist: The titles of the episodes do not give away the surprising depth of the stories.
18 September 2024, 06:09 AM

‘Room Number 2011’ brings Abrar Fahad's tragic story to screen

Earlier on October 7, 2019, Buet student Abrar Fahad tragically lost his life after a brutal beating, an event that sparked nationwide outrage and attention. Now, a short film titled “Room Number 2011”, inspired by Abrar's story, is in production, directed by Sheikh Jisan Ahmed.
18 September 2024, 04:59 AM

‘No comments’: Tama Mirza

Tama Mirza has been honoured with the National Film Award for her performance in the movie Nodijon. She has garnered audience acclaim through both OTT platforms and films. Her role in the recent movie Surongo earned her significant praise, and she has maintained her success with performances in several web films.
17 September 2024, 18:00 PM

Richard Gadd signs Netflix first-look deal despite $170 million lawsuit over ‘Baby Reindeer’

When questioned by journalist Kirsty Wark about the lawsuit, Sarandos was resolute in Netflix’s support for Gadd, defending both the creator and the series itself. “We are facilitating storytellers to tell their stories,” Sarandos said, responding to concerns over the platform’s characterization of "Baby Reindeer" as a “true story.”
17 September 2024, 11:26 AM

Jyotika Jyoti ousted from Shilpakala Academy amid colleagues' outrage

Actress Jyotika Jyoti, who also served as the Director of the Research Department at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, left the office on Tuesday (September 17) following protests from her colleagues. Tension escalated when Jyoti arrived at the office that morning, eventually leading to her departure from the premises.
17 September 2024, 10:40 AM