Final curtain falls on Cannes 2026 with glitterati lining the red carpet
Arts & Entertainment Desk
24 May 2026, 12:08 PM TV & Film
Internationally screened short film ‘Chocolate’ now streaming in Bangladesh
Arts & Entertainment Desk
24 May 2026, 11:36 AM Entertainment
Aishwarya Rai dazzles Cannes red carpet in ‘Luminara’ gown
Arts & Entertainment Desk
23 May 2026, 12:20 PM TV & Film
Zayed Khan shares screen with Zohran Mamdani in ‘Immigrant Diaries’
Arts & Entertainment Desk
23 May 2026, 11:05 AM TV & Film
Cannes 2026 curtains to close today: Who will take top prize?
Showbiz Desk
23 May 2026, 10:00 AM TV & Film
FIR filed against Parambrata, Swastika over 2021 social media posts
Arts & Entertainment Desk
22 May 2026, 12:36 PM Entertainment
‘Roid’ team heads to Rabindra Sarobar with live music concert
Arts & Entertainment Desk
22 May 2026, 12:27 PM Entertainment
Cannes 2026: Jury announces the winners of the 29th La Cinef Selection
Arts & Entertainment Desk
22 May 2026, 12:23 PM TV & Film

Top Dhallywood stars set to lead Eid 2026 releases

Some say a record number of films may be released, though theaters are not as many as before. Like previous Eids, Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan will have a new movie this Eid.
28 February 2026, 14:09 PM

Veteran actor Jim Carrey receives prestigious César Award

Veteran Hollywood actor Jim Carrey was presented with an Honorary César Award in Paris on Thursday, recognising his decades-long contribution to the visual arts.
28 February 2026, 12:52 PM

‘Pather Panchali’ to return with new season, confirms Debashish Biswas

Popular street show “Pather Panchali” is set to make a comeback on Ekushey Television after a long hiatus, with Debashish Biswas returning as host.
28 February 2026, 12:47 PM

Reason why Raihan Rafi dedicated ‘Pressure Cooker’ to Tareque Masud

On Friday evening, the third poster of the film was unveiled, with Rafi sharing it on social media and announcing that he is dedicating the film to the late filmmaker Tareque Masud.
28 February 2026, 11:48 AM

No decision taken to deny National Film Award over smoking scenes: Certification Board

The Bangladesh Film Certification Board has clarified that no decision has been taken to deny the National Film Award to films that contain smoking scenes. The board also stated that it does not have the authority to make such a decision.
28 February 2026, 11:37 AM

Zahid Hasan set for surprise appearance in ‘Domm’

Popular actor Zahid Hasan is reportedly set to appear in the upcoming Eid release “Domm”, directed by Redoan Rony. Though neither the production team nor the actor has officially commented, multiple sources have confirmed that Zahid will feature in a guest role in the film.
27 February 2026, 16:03 PM

Tawsif, Niha star in Eid drama ‘Prematal’

An Eid special drama, Prematal, is set to present a poignant story of love, disappearance and the anguish of waiting.
27 February 2026, 15:59 PM

Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone team up in Atlee’s AA22xA6

The project marks a major cinematic union, pairing Allu Arjun’s mass appeal with Deepika Padukone’s global star power under Atlee’s high-voltage storytelling style.
27 February 2026, 13:35 PM

ATN Bangla’s ‘Kobi Bari’ returns for Ekushey Book Fair season

The Amar Ekushey Book Fair — the country’s largest annual literary gathering organised by Bangla Academy — traditionally begins on February 1 and runs throughout the month, often extending into early March.
27 February 2026, 13:03 PM

Tk 5.5 crore worth cineplex to open in Cumilla this Eid

The cineplex has been built under the leadership of producer and leader Khourshed Alam Khosru.
27 February 2026, 11:35 AM

‘I will consider state support as the last resort’: Pran Roy

Pran Roy described Kakoli’s current condition, stating that she is still unable to walk and cannot move her left arm or leg. She also suffers from severe pain in her hand, which doctors are working to alleviate.
27 February 2026, 11:24 AM

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda tie the knot

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda tied the knot this morning, formalising a relationship that has spanned nearly a decade.
26 February 2026, 20:18 PM

Official poster of ‘Bonolota Express’ unveiled

After much anticipation, the official poster for the film “Bonolota Express”, directed by Tanim Noor, has been released. The poster was launched this evening across all social media platforms of Hoichoi Bangladesh and other associated artistes, crew and partners.
26 February 2026, 20:12 PM

Maasranga Television to air world TV premieres of ‘Utshob’ and ‘Kajolrekha’ this Eid

Maasranga Television has announced a special Eid lineup, featuring the world television premieres of two highly acclaimed Bangladeshi films — “Utshob” and “Kajolrekha”.
26 February 2026, 17:44 PM

Pro-Palestine protest erupts at ‘Scream 7’ premiere

Demonstrators waved Palestinian flags and carried placards reading “Cancel Paramount+” and “Stand For Free Speech Boycott Scream 7,” while chants of “Boycott Scream 7” and “Free, free, free Palestine” echoed alongside drums and brass instruments. Inside the venue, however, the noise reportedly reached the red carpet only faintly as cast members posed for photographs.
26 February 2026, 16:05 PM

De Niro calls Trump ‘enemy of the country’, breaks down in tears

During the interview, the host brought up De Niro’s 1981 Academy Award acceptance speech. He had thanked everyone around him in that speech. When asked why he always tried to lift people up, the actor became emotional and struggled to hold back his tears.
26 February 2026, 14:38 PM

Peya Jannatul criticises brands for turning animal distress into ‘content’

Model, lawyer and actor Peya Jannatul has criticised brands for using the suffering of a motherless baby monkey as promotional “content”.
26 February 2026, 13:20 PM

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s family issues statement on ‘heart attack’ rumours

According to a statement issued by his family, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is in good health and doing perfectly well. The statement clarified that he only underwent a routine medical examination and there is nothing to worry about.
26 February 2026, 11:54 AM

Cineplex brings ‘Scream 7’ this weekend

The story follows Sidney Prescott, now living quietly in Indiana, as a new Ghostface killer targets her daughter, forcing her to confront her past. Roger L. Jackson reprises the voice of Ghostface. According to Deadline Hollywood, the film is projected to post a strong opening weekend, potentially becoming the franchise’s second-highest debut after “Scream VI”.
25 February 2026, 19:16 PM

Pran Roy sells his car as Kakoli’s medical costs rise

According to Pran Roy, Kakoli’s treatment currently costs more than Tk 8,000 per day. The stroke has left one side of her face partially paralysed, and she is still unable to speak normally.
25 February 2026, 12:44 PM