Tanzika Amin balances diverse roles across screens
1 May 2026, 11:32 AM
TV & Film
Two new local films hit theatres after Eid rush
1 May 2026, 11:24 AM
TV & Film
Meril-Prothom Alo awards to air tomorrow on Maasranga TV
30 April 2026, 17:27 PM
Entertainment
Rashmika to present at Global Anime Awards
30 April 2026, 14:46 PM
TV & Film
Shobnom Bubly starrer ‘Flashback’ to release after two-year delay
30 April 2026, 14:40 PM
TV & Film
‘Pother Pechal’ to premiere on Chorki on May 7
30 April 2026, 13:32 PM
Entertainment
Tauquir Ahmed returns to screen with Eid telefilm
30 April 2026, 11:34 AM
TV & Film
Nasir Ali Mamun documentary to premiere at UK Asian Film Festival
30 April 2026, 11:02 AM
TV & Film
People call me Mehreen now: Keya Payel
29 April 2026, 17:28 PM
Entertainment
Review / ‘Michael’ captures the magic, but hesitates to confront the man
29 April 2026, 17:13 PM
TV & Film
I did not ‘secretly’ leave the country, don’t spread rumours: Shabnur
After an extended hiatus, Shabnur roared back into the Dhallywood scene with the declaration of her new film. She announced her return to acting, with Arafat Hossain’s film “Rongona” as her comeback.
4 March 2024, 11:42 AM
Ilias Kanchan bids farewell to Film Artistes' Association amidst frustration and sorrow
The tenure of the current committee of the Bangladesh Film Artists' Association is nearing its end. Accordingly, the new date for the 2024-26 committee election has been finalised. It is scheduled to take place on April 19 at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC). In anticipation of this, both current and former leaders of the association are busy forming panels.
4 March 2024, 11:30 AM
Priyanka Chopra to star with 'The Boys' actor Karl Urban in new film
Recently, Priyanka Chopra has revealed her upcoming Hollywood project, "The Bluff," where she will be starring alongside Karl Urban from "The Boys."
4 March 2024, 05:33 AM
Two Bubly starrers to release this Eid
Bubly is set to entertain audiences in Mishuk Moni’s "Deyaler Desh" alongside Sariful Razz and Jasim Uddin Jakir's "Maya: The Love" with Ziaul Roshan.
4 March 2024, 05:11 AM
Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities turn ‘talk of the globe’
The pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani, 28, and Radhika Merchant, 29 so far have been extravagant, lavish and so out of the ordinary that they became the talk of the globe — especially with the world's biggest names included in their 1200-guest list.
3 March 2024, 12:40 PM
Abul Hayat takes director’s seat for new drama
Renowned actor and theatre director Abul Hayat has recently directed a new drama, continuing his tradition of producing dramas around special occasions at various times of the year. He has concluded shooting for the one-hour drama.
3 March 2024, 11:13 AM
'Poor Things': An extravagantly peculiar film
The movie seemed to throw in every cinematic trick in the book– the black and white to colour transition, the fish eye lens, the peephole, the title cards, the hackneyed steampunk aesthetic. As an audience, I was impressed by the detail, coordination, passion and planning behind this movie – all of which made it impossible to be distracted. The surreal and vibrant world of “Poor Things” earns your attention.
3 March 2024, 10:36 AM
Amitabh Reza Chowdhury's ‘Rickshaw Girl’ to be screened at Japan’s Film Festival
Amitabh Reza Chowdhury's critically acclaimed film "Rickshaw Girl" has received numerous awards and praises at various international film festivals. Now, the film has touched a new height with its successful screening at the prestigious Osaka Asian Film Festival in Japan.
3 March 2024, 05:13 AM
Zayed Khan’s membership cancelled by Film Artistes Association
Zayed Khan's membership in the Bangladesh Film Artists Association has been revoked by the current committee during the bi-general meeting of the organisation held on Saturday (March 2).
3 March 2024, 04:38 AM
Uttam Kumar to be seen on silver screen after 44 years
Recently, news emerged about filmmaker Srijit Mukherji's latest project, which involves featuring the legendary actor Uttam Kumar, 44 years after his demise. This remarkable revelation has stirred considerable buzz within the industry. On Friday (March 1), a glimpse of the film was unveiled.
3 March 2024, 04:00 AM
A reflection on the not-so-great kitchen of households
Kitchens constitute an essential part of our lives, a space whose power dynamics we often overlook. But if cinema reflects our lives, shouldn't it highlight even the most mundane aspects? "The Great Indian Kitchen", a 2021 Malayalam movie written and directed by Jeo Baby, prompts us to consider just that.
2 March 2024, 12:00 PM
Netflix's new film boss likely to make more movies worth watching
In 2022, Dan Lin, known for producing "The Lego Movie" and "It," was in discussions to assume the leadership role at DC Studios. This presented a unique chance to revitalize the company responsible for iconic superheroes like Superman and Batman. However, negotiations fell through. One reported factor was the inability of David Zaslav, head of DC's parent company Warner Bros Discovery, and Lin to reach an agreement on suitable compensation for Lin's departure from his production company Rideback to take on the new role.
2 March 2024, 11:00 AM
If someone becomes ‘Rajkumar’, I will be king: Zayed Khan
As Eid approaches, Shakib is gearing up for the occasion with his upcoming film “Rajkumar”, directed by Himel Ashraf. Additionally, announcements for several other movies slated for Eid releases have been made. Amongst them are three films starring Sariful Razz– “Omar”, “Dewaler Desh”, and “Kajol Rekha”. Furthermore, there are other films such as Jaaz Multimedia's production “Potu” and another titled “Meghna Konya,” amongst a few others.
2 March 2024, 09:00 AM
Did the Oscars prove ‘Barbie’s’ point?
The Academy is often influenced by expensively managed PR campaigns and battered by political and social forces far outside the Academy itself, that is to say, that the prize has little to do with the recognition of artistic merit but with hitting the right chords with the industry leaders.
2 March 2024, 08:50 AM
Two-day 'Latin American Carnival' underway in the capital
The "Life is a Carnival" initiative launched a two-day "Latin American Carnival 2024" in Dhaka, organised by the Bangladesh Travel Writers Association. The festivities kicked off on Friday at 3:00pm at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital.
2 March 2024, 06:45 AM
V calls Jackie Chan ‘best friend’, BTS army goes wild
BTS member V pleasantly surprised fans with an unexpected collaboration alongside the legendary Jackie Chan, a screen partnership that took everyone by surprise.
2 March 2024, 06:43 AM
Is Mosharraf Karim playing a gangster in ‘Once Upon a Time in Dhaka’?
As per insiders Mosharraf Karim will portray a mafia character in this '90s underworld film.
2 March 2024, 05:29 AM
Two hits, several misses in 2024’s OTT world
In early 2024, local OTT platforms saw the emergence of several noteworthy productions, marking a shift in entertainment consumption trends. Viewers prefer the flexibility these platforms offer, allowing them to choose content according to their preferences without any constraints. If a particular content doesn't resonate, viewers swiftly move on to explore other options. Conversely, if they find something they enjoy, they readily subscribe to the platform to access it.
2 March 2024, 04:00 AM
‘A Revolution on Canvas’ to ‘Dune’: Five of the best films in March
March can be said to be a month teeming with cinematic treasures waiting to be discovered. From sweeping epics to intimate character studies, the silver screen beckons with a diverse array of storytelling delights. Five of the films gracing theatres this month are set to offer a unique blend of artistry, emotion, and entertainment and they are:
1 March 2024, 14:04 PM
Aranyak Natyadal cancels show over Bailey Road fire tragedy
Adding to this he also mentioned that he is one of the witnesses of this incident and took a photo of the ongoing fire. “When I was capturing this moment, my heart was wrenching, and I was in tears while being a witness of such a moment. The air of Bailey Road is still filled with the smell of smoke. Alas! Bailey Road.”
1 March 2024, 13:44 PM