“Chithiwala” avoids slogans and sermonising. It lets a letter do the work, quietly and persistently, treating language as inheritance rather than nostalgia. In doing so, it poses a simple but unsettling question. What does progress cost, when memory is the price?

Nearly two decades after Runway magazine first ruled pop culture, fashion’s frostiest editor is back. The trailer for “The Devil Wears Prada 2” dropped on Sunday (February 1) night, reuniting Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt as Miranda Priestly, Andy Sachs and Emily Charlton.

Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan has been revealed in his striking new avatar for the upcoming film “Prince: Once Upon a Time in Dhaka”, with the makers releasing the motion poster on Sunday (February 1) evening. The film is slated for a theatrical release during Eid-ul-Fitr.

In “Master”, Mamo plays a character named Jhorna — a role she says she thoroughly enjoyed inhabiting. “I really liked playing this character. There was scope to perform, to explore,” she shared. “Everyone involved in the film has done a wonderful job. Each actor gave their best from their own place.”

The Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF) 2026 kicked off on Saturday (January 31) with a clear message: mobile filmmaking is no longer a novelty, but a legitimate and growing cinematic practice with global reach.

Niamul Mukta wrote on his Facebook profile, “I did not write the screenplay of the film. The screenplay was written by Muhammad Tasnimul Hasan Taj. I do not know how this award was given to me.”

O’Hara’s career spanned more than five decades, during which she became one of the most respected comic actors in Hollywood, earning multiple Emmy Awards and a devoted global fan base.

Among other roles, O'Hara portrayed Kate McCallister, the mother of Macaulay Culkin's character in the movie "Home Alone"

An evening screening at the same venue reportedly sold only two tickets. The situation appeared even bleaker at several multiplexes, where all scheduled screenings at Vue cinemas in London recorded zero advance ticket sales.

Set in the Rangpur region, the film tells the story of farmers, motherhood, and the emotional lives of people pushed to the margins. Sumon knew the risks. Realist cinema without marketable stars rarely attracts producers or distributors. Still, he chose to pursue a grounded, life-driven narrative rather than an easier commercial route.

Sony’s ambitious four-part biopic on The Beatles has officially moved into production, with the first looks at the actors portraying the legendary band now revealed in an unconventional way.

A punchline circulates without context. A dramatic monologue turns into a trending audio. By the time many viewers finally press play, the show already feels familiar, discussed, and emotionally charted by the internet. This shift has quietly reshaped how stories enter everyday life.

Jaya Ahsan has kicked off the year by winning the Best Actress (Critics) award for her outstanding performance in the film “Putulnacher Itikotha.” She shared the exciting news on her official Facebook page.

Viewers who missed the film during its theatrical run can now stream it on Netflix.

“Master” has been chosen for screening in the festival’s prestigious Big Screen Competition section. Badhan plays a significant role in the film.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Thursday announced the names of 30 films, artistes, and technicians across 28 categories through a gazette notification.

After its theatrical run during last Eid-ul-Azha, the action-romance film “Tagar” is now heading to OTT. The movie, starring Ador Azad and Puja Chery, will begin streaming on iScreen, one of Bangladesh’s leading digital platforms.

The telefilm “Jaltungi” has been made around the theme of colour-based discrimination and the fractures it creates within a family, offering what can be seen as a narrative about challenging deeply rooted prejudices.

Veteran actor Abul Hayat has returned to directing after nearly a year-long break, with shooting for his new drama “Sakhina” currently underway. The shoot began last Tuesday at a resort in Rajendrapur, Gazipur.

A chance meeting brought back a wave of nostalgia for fans of the iconic TV serial “Sakin Sarisuri”, as actors Mosharraf Karim and Chanchal Chowdhury unexpectedly crossed paths at the show’s original filming location.