“One Battle After Another” emerged as the top winner at the Critics Choice Awards today (January 5), taking home the prize for best picture. Its filmmaker, Paul Thomas Anderson, was also honoured with the award for best director.

Recently, she has also garnered significant acclaim for her performances in web films, particularly earning praise for her chemistry with actor Afran Nisho. Audiences warmly received her work in "Daagi" and "Amolnama" last year.

Several actors, including Prabhas and Allu Arjun, have come close with blockbuster releases, while Ranbir Kapoor may still reach the mark with upcoming projects. For now, however, Akshaye Khanna stands as the only non-Khan actor to achieve the milestone within a single calendar year.

Bachchu had been suffering from multiple health complications for some time and was taken abroad for advanced treatment in July this year. After returning to Bangladesh, his condition appeared stable. He was scheduled to undergo a surgical procedure on Sunday evening, but died earlier in the day at 12:30pm at a private hospital in Dhanmondi.

The film has been produced with an eye on the Cannes Film Festival, the director said, adding that the story addresses the discrimination women continue to face in contemporary society.

Actor Anil Kapoor has reportedly acquired the rights to his 2001 political drama “Nayak”, fuelling speculation about a possible sequel nearly 25 years after the film’s release.

Hridoy has directed and acted in the short film “Trapped”, marking his debut as a filmmaker. The 28-minute-35-second mystery drama also stars Mozeza Ashraf Monalisa, once a prominent face on television and in commercials, who makes her acting comeback through this project.

Apurba has categorically stated that these remarks do not reflect his views. Urging people to refrain from publishing such false news and misleading statements, he wrote in the caption of his post, “Please refrain from spreading such fake news and statements. Otherwise, legal action will be taken.”

Bangladeshi actress Sallha Khanam Nadia has welcomed a baby girl, sharing the news on the first day of the year.

Directed by Soukarya Ghosal, “OCD” is described as a psychological drama rooted in the impact of childhood trauma. The film explores how a single bitter experience can irreversibly shape a child’s future, with its emotional burden often carried for a lifetime.

Actor Siam Ahmed has signalled an intense and high-stakes year ahead on the big screen, urging audiences to “hold on tight to their cinema seats” as he prepares to return with a slate of new characters and stories in the new year.

A new year has begun. In the past year, a total of 46 Dhallywood films were released, of which only a handful managed to achieve commercial success. Audience turnout was largely concentrated around Eid releases, while a few other films earned appreciation from viewers and critics alike.

Bollywood star Salman Khan has sent fans on a nostalgic trip after sharing a playful throwback video that quickly went viral on social media.

Bangladeshi OTT platforms are gearing up to offer a wide range of new content in the coming year, with web series, feature films and game shows planned across Chorki, Hoichoi, iScreen and BongoBD.

Having acted in a record number of films, he has long held a top position as a leading antagonist. In recent years, he has consciously pushed beyond familiar territory, experimenting with varied roles.

Social media platforms, particularly X (formerly Twitter), were quickly inundated with reactions from viewers reporting crashes, buffering, and login failures just minutes into the two-hour conclusion of the Duffer Brothers’ hit supernatural drama.

The newly released “Avengers: Doomsday” teaser appears to reflect that renewed vision, positioning Thor as a more introspective and emotionally driven figure.

From veteran actors and filmmakers to rising stars and musicians, the industry has witnessed growth, innovation, and a renewed sense of purpose, marking one of the most challenging years as well.

The revival of mid-budget cinema did not arrive with fanfare, but its impact was felt steadily across theatres.

“Parampara” will air from January 3 every Thursday and Saturday at 9:30 PM on Deepto TV, Deepto Play, and Deepto TV’s digital platforms.