Renowned for her exceptional talent, Sharmili Ahmed captivated audiences with her performances in countless plays and acclaimed films. Notably, she starred in the country's first-ever serial drama and left an indelible mark with her role in the film "Abirbhab", which features the song "Sathti Ronger Majhe".

Renowned “Barbie” actress Margot Robbie is rumoured to be expecting her first child with husband Tom Ackerley, a film producer. This speculation arose after recent vacation photos from Italy appeared to show Robbie with a baby bump. 

The feud, which lasted nearly 20 years, saw a warm end when Emraan and Mallika reconnected at a wedding reception in April this year. The two actors, known for their electrifying chemistry in the 2004 thriller “Murder”, embraced and posed for pictures, finally putting their differences aside.

This Eid-ul-Azha, Farhan starred in eight TV dramas: “Mastan”, “Noor”, “Hridoy Jure Tumi”, “Fida”, “Je Pakhi Ghar Bujhena”, “Lottery”, and “Tui Jibon”. These dramas aired on various television channels and YouTube, quickly garnering impressive viewership and praise for their unique stories and Farhan's diverse character portrayals.

Mondera Chakroborty has captivated audiences with her lead role in "Kajol Rekha”, her debut film, which has received widespread acclaim and international release. Her performance in the film, directed by Gias Uddin Selim, earned her the Best Actress Award in the Popular Category at the Dhallywood Awards in America, marking her first accolade in her film career.

"There will be new surprises during the two-month-long promotional campaign of 'Dorod'. A first major event involving Shakibians (Shakib’s fans) will be organised. During this event, the specific release date of 'Dorod' as a pan-Indian film will be announced," he added.

In nearly every industry, from Hollywood to Bollywood, the children of famous actors and actresses often follow in their parents' footsteps. However, the scenario in Bangladesh’s Dhallywood is quite different. Despite the widespread fame of stars like Shabana, Babita, Kabori, Jashim, Farooque, and Alamgir, their children have not ventured into the film industry. Even Dhallywood's beloved actress Moushumi regrets not seeing her children take to the silver screen. Recently, she voiced her lamentations over this matter.

Bollywood TV star Hina Khan, known for her roles in "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" and reality shows like "Khatron Ke Khiladi" and "Bigg Boss", is courageously documenting her fight against breast cancer. Recently, she shared a poignant image on Instagram, revealing her scar and expressing a powerful message of resilience and hope.

The recently aired drama "Narasundari", starring Tanjin Tisha, has garnered significant attention after its broadcast on Banglavision and subsequent release on their YouTube channel. The drama, based on a story by Ahmed Tawkir and directed by Rafat Mozumder Rinku, has been well-received by the audience.

The artistes were residing at the Hyatt Regency Hotel for the 44th edition of the conference, which took place from July 4 to 6. Indian artistes present included Swastika Mukherjee, Parambrata Chattopadhyay, Srabanti Chattopadhyay, Sohini Sarkar, Sauraseni Maitra, Ambarish Bhattacharya, Arjun Chakrabarty, Anirban Bhattacharya, Tanushree Chakraborty, Kaushik Ganguly, Ujaan Ganguly, Sudeshna Roy, Arindam Sil, and the members of the bands Fossils and Somlata and The Aces.

Shakib Khan’s “Toofan” was released in 47 theatres, including South City, Star Theater, and Lake Mall in Kolkata, on July 5.

Jon Landau, an Academy Award-winning film producer, passed away on Friday, July 5, at the age of 63. Reports indicate that the cause of death was cancer. He is survived by his wife, Julie, and their two sons, Jamie and Jodie, as well as his siblings, Tina, Kathy, and Les Landau.

The actress, who had been grappling with persistent health issues and frequent bouts of illness during shoots, was admitted with severe symptoms including vomiting and dizziness. It was later confirmed that she had gallstones.

The makers of “Kubera” unveiled the first look of Rashmika Mandanna on Friday with a new character teaser. In the teaser, the actress is seen secretly digging up a suitcase filled with cash in a forest.

Irish actress Nicola Coughlan, widely recognised for her portrayal of Penelope Featherington in the popular Netflix series "Bridgerton", has successfully raised more than £1.5 million (USD 1.9 million) to support aid initiatives in Gaza over the last seven months.

Alia Bhatt and latest Bollywood sensation, Sharvari, Wagh have been roped in for YRF Spy Universe’s first female-led film “Alpha”.

Since its release in Bangladesh, the Shakib Khan starrer film “Toofan” is now creating quite a stir in West Bengal. The excitement was palpable at Thursday night's press conference, where it became evident that the people of West Bengal are keenly interested in the blockbuster. 

Partha and Arefeen have shared a friendly bond for a long time, however, this is their first professional collaboration. After the director approached him about the role, the actor liked it and agreed to take it on.

When asked about her experience working on both sides of the border, she shared her perspective on the differences between the industries, “The major difference I have noticed is the way of storytelling. Bangladesh’s stories are more original and strong — we have a centuries-old history that we can explore. On the other hand, their industry is older and professional and they have expertise in the technical sectors. However, our OTT industry is quite organised and professional too. Both industries have their respective sets of expertise.”

The web content arena has recently witnessed a surge in the popularity of period pieces, transporting audiences to bygone eras filled with opulent costumes, grand estates, and intricate social codes. This trend has been significantly amplified by the recent success of Netflix’s "Bridgerton", a lavish reimagining of England during its Regency era. These period dramas offer a form of escapism, allowing viewers to temporarily step away from the complexities of modern life and immerse themselves in a world governed by dissimilarly archaic rules and norms. The luxurious settings, extravagant costumes, and often dramatic storylines provide a visual feast, transporting viewers to a time perceived as simpler, albeit not without its own set of stumbling blocks.