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.

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.

BTS member V pleasantly surprised fans with an unexpected collaboration alongside the legendary Jackie Chan, a screen partnership that took everyone by surprise.

As per insiders Mosharraf Karim will portray a mafia character in this '90s underworld film.

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.

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:

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.”

The tragedy took nearly 46 lives and left over 22 people severely injured. Many who lost their loved ones in front of their eyes are likely to suffer for the rest of their lives. Social media is raging over this tragic incident, including celebrities mourning and expressing their grief through the internet.

Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, also recognised as Daniels and the Oscar-winning directors of "Everything Everywhere All at Once", are set to unveil their next cinematic venture in 2026.

Tushar Hawlader was a former student of the Journalism and Mass Communication Department at Daffodil University and was involved with various organisations during his academic years. Additionally, Niloy Lawrence mentioned that Tushar was working as a junior executive in a private firm.

In a surprise announcement today, acclaimed director James Gunn revealed a significant change for his highly anticipated Superman film on the very first day of shooting. Originally titled "Superman: Legacy", the movie will now simply be known as "Superman”.

On eminent theatre and cultural personality Mamunur Rashid's 75th birthday, one of his most celebrated disciples, Chanchal Chowdhury, presented him with a self-drawn portrait of his. In a way, the “Hawa” actor hence commemorated the long-withstanding ancient tradition “Guru Dakshina”.

She has taken on the role of a struggling yet resilient young woman in a new telefiction titled “Bidisha”.

Shazia Manzoor, a renowned singer from Pakistan, became visibly upset upon hearing a joke regarding 'Honeymoon'. In a live TV show, she proceeded to slap comedian Sherry Nanha multiple times after he made a jest about taking her on a honeymoon after marriage. The incident, now widely circulated, unfolded during the programme titled “Public Demand”.

Following its successful theatrical run across Bangladesh and release on Amazon Prime, the film received critical acclaim and was showcased at various esteemed film festivals, garnering praise from both critics and audiences alike.

According to reports, Ryan Gosling will sing the pop power ballad, “I'm Just Ken” at the show on March 10

A viral video captured WWE wrestler and actor Jon Cena singing “Bholi Si Surat” from Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic film “Dil Toh Pagal Hai”. The video caught attention, prompting a response from Shah Rukh Khan himself. The Bollywood star appreciated Cena’s rendition and humorously suggested a duet.

Dhallywood's Shakib Khan has dedicated 18 consecutive weeks to filming “Rajkumar” at different sites across the United States. Following the shoot, he arrived in Dhaka from New York via an Emirates airline flight on Wednesday morning. Upon his return, he swiftly headed back to Rangamati. Shakib Khan travelled there by helicopter at 4:00pm. According to the film's director, Himel Ashraf, the filming for “Rajkumar” will conclude there within the next two days.

After much speculation, the Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have officially put an end to all rumours by announcing their impending steps toward parenthood.

After a 12-year wait, Zayed Khan's film "Sonar Chor" is set to hit screens this Eid. Directed by Zahid Hossain, the movie features a stellar cast including Moushumi, Omar Sani, Snighda, and Shahiduzzaman Selim.