Warner Bros Discovery denounces Israeli film boycott

Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has publicly opposed calls to boycott Israeli film institutions, stating that such actions would breach the company’s internal anti-discrimination policies.
26 October 2025, 05:52 AM

June Lockhart, star of ‘Lost in Space’ and ‘Lassie’, dies at 100

June Lockhart, the beloved American actress whose warmth and poise defined classic television hits like “Lost in Space” and “Lassie”, has died of natural causes at her home in Santa Monica, California. She was 100.
26 October 2025, 05:45 AM

My Facebook post has nothing to do with my personal life: Purnima

Popular Dhallywood actress Purnima has finally responded to the recent wave of speculation surrounding her marriage. The rumours began after one of her Facebook posts sparked assumptions that there might be trouble between her and her husband, Ashfaqur Rahman Robin.
25 October 2025, 11:35 AM

Bollywood actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

The veteran actor has worked in “Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai” (2000), “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003), “Fanaa” (2006), and “Om Shanti Om” (2007)
25 October 2025, 11:20 AM

Life is about celebrating, not just surviving: Pori Moni

Bangladeshi actress Pori Moni marked her birthday on October 24 in Malaysia, far from the glamorous celebration that once defined her special day in Dhaka’s showbiz circle.
25 October 2025, 06:51 AM

Streaming now: Five fresh picks for the week

Every week, new titles are added to various OTT platforms. Here’s a roundup of the latest releases and upcoming content across web series, films, documentaries, and reality shows now streaming this week.
25 October 2025, 06:10 AM

Duronto TV launches its colourful and fun-filled 33rd season

Duronto TV has officially kicked off its 33rd season, bringing a vibrant mix of colours, stories, and fun to young audiences. This season introduces four brand-new animated series and one competitive in-house show, promising to entertain while nurturing knowledge, imagination, and creativity among children. The new season airs from October 26. Let’s take a look at what they have to offer!
24 October 2025, 11:17 AM

Joining the July protests was the best decision of my life: Badhan

Actor Azmeri Haque Badhan reflected on her life and career at an event in Rajshahi University, calling her decision to join the July student movement “one of the most important and best decisions” of her life. Speaking at a discussion titled “Acting, the Actor, and My Life”, organised by the film magazine Magic Lantern Kothamala 13, Badhan opened up about her struggles, personal transformation, and her evolution from a beauty pageant winner to one of the most acclaimed actors in Bangladesh.
24 October 2025, 07:07 AM

‘Stranger Things’ finale to screen in over 350 movie theatres alongside Netflix debut

The much-anticipated two-hour series finale of “Stranger Things”, titled “The Rightside Up”, will make history as it premieres both on Netflix and in more than 350 theaters across North America on December 31, starting at 5pm PT / 8pm ET, with screenings continuing through January 1, 2026.
24 October 2025, 06:52 AM

Bangladeshi film ‘Konya’ and Japanese anime ‘Chainsaw Man’ hit theatres today

With both a Bangladeshi film and an international anime hitting screens, audiences have plenty of choices this weekend.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
24 October 2025, 06:28 AM

Bill Gates to appear virtually in popular Indian TV show

Gates will appear virtually in the hit family drama “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2”, using the platform to discuss maternal and newborn health issues.
24 October 2025, 06:05 AM

Understanding the cinema of convenient truths and perfect propaganda

Cinema has always been a mirror, but particularly in the last decade, it has started holding that mirror at a rather flattering angle. The reflection now has a bit more nationalism, a bit less nuance, and sometimes, an entire political manifesto playing in the background. The trailer for "The Taj Story", which asks whether the Taj Mahal might once have been a temple, does not merely invite curiosity; it stages curiosity as corrective history. It is the newest actor in a growing ensemble of movies that treat doubt like doctrine and cinema like a courthouse. And while we once saw filmmakers wrestle with moral ambiguity; in present times, the only ambiguity lies in whether you are watching entertainment or an election campaign.
24 October 2025, 04:52 AM

Bangladesh Television launches ‘Notun Kuri’ top-10 auditions from today

The programme — widely regarded as one of the country’s principal platforms for young performers — concluded its final screening on Tuesday.
24 October 2025, 04:44 AM

‘If I weren’t an actor, I’d still be a journalist’

In the 1990s, Mahfuz Ahmed emerged as one of the most recognisable faces on Bangladeshi television. His breakthrough role in the landmark drama “Kothao Keu Nei” made him a household name and set the course for a career that would span decades, earn him multiple National Film Awards, and secure his reputation as one of the country’s most enduring screen icons.
24 October 2025, 04:36 AM

English-language Bangladeshi film ‘Dot’ to release in the US

The English-language film “Dot” was released in theatres across Bangladesh on September 5. Now, the film is set to reach audiences in the United States.
23 October 2025, 05:43 AM

Camila Cabello joins Jonah Hill’s comedy ‘Cut Off’

Camila Cabello is returning to the big screen as Warner Bros announced that the “I Luv It” singer and “Cinderella” actress will join the cast of “Cut Off”, a new comedy directed by Jonah Hill, who will also star alongside Kristen Wiig.
23 October 2025, 05:37 AM

Sabila Noor boards ‘Bonolota Express’, paving way for new face in ‘Rakkhosh’

After making waves with her performance opposite Shakib Khan in “Taandob”, actress Sabila Noor quickly became one of the most talked-about names in Dhallywood. As fans eagerly awaited news of her next big-screen project, reports surfaced that she had signed on for “Rakkhosh”, directed by Mehedi Hassan Hridoy—best known for “Borbaad”.
23 October 2025, 05:27 AM

‘Behula Dorodi’ brings Tangail’s folk theatre to cinemas this October

Set in the heart of Tangail, the story follows the Nagbari Behula Nachari troupe, a fading cultural ensemble struggling to keep its heritage alive. Their leader, Bhola Mia, portrayed by Fazlur Rahman Babu, tries to rescue his group’s reputation after repeated defeats in union-level competitions. The film unfolds through the troupe’s desperate yet hopeful attempts to reclaim its lost glory.
23 October 2025, 05:23 AM

Yamada Yoji to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Tokyo Film Festival

Japanese cinema legend Yamada Yoji will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF), celebrating a storied career spanning over six decades and 91 films.
22 October 2025, 06:32 AM

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh share first glimpse of daughter Dua on Diwali

Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have finally revealed their daughter Dua’s face, sharing heartwarming moments from their Diwali celebrations on Instagram.
22 October 2025, 04:55 AM