Bangladesh is mourning the passing of Begum Khaleda Zia, the country’s first female prime minister and one of the most influential figures in its political history. Her death marks not only the end of a long and turbulent political chapter, but also a moment of collective reflection on leadership, resilience, and the struggle for democracy. Khaleda Zia passed away on December 30, 2025, at the age of 79. She breathed her last at around 6am, today, at Dhaka’s Evercare Hospital after a prolonged illness.

Mumbai witnessed an emotional evening yesterday (December 29) as members of the Hindi film industry came together for a special screening of “Ikkis”, the upcoming period drama directed by Sriram Raghavan. The film holds particular significance as it marks the final on-screen appearance of legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24 at the age of 89.

Released on December 5, Aditya Dhar’s “Dhurandhar” emerged as one of the biggest Indian box-office successes of 2025, entering the thousand crore club within weeks of its release. 

Actor Prarthana Fardin Dighi, popularly known as Dighi, shared an emotional message on social media on the anniversary of her mother’s death, remembering late actress Doyel.

She breathed her last on Monday morning, December 29 while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Rajarhat, Kolkata.

Actor Idris Elba and ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean were among the hundreds named in King Charles's New Year honours list published on Monday (December 29).

Actor Mamunun Hasan Emon has been a familiar face in Bangladesh’s entertainment industry for nearly two decades. Starting out as a model, he gradually established himself as a leading actor in Dhallywood, earning both popular acclaim and critical recognition.

In an ever-evolving entertainment industry, stars often have to rediscover themselves to stay relevant. These talented artistes not only adapted and evolved, but took their craft to another level.

A third teaser for “Avengers: Doomsday” has leaked online, offering the clearest indication yet that the X-Men are officially entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The leaked footage places Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen at the centre of the reveal, reprising their iconic roles as Professor Charles Xavier and Magneto.

Shooting of the film “Pritilata”, based on revolutionary freedom fighter Pritilata Waddedar, is set to resume in the new year, director Rashid Polash has said.

French film sensation Brigitte Bardot, a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s and 1960s who reinvented herself as an animal rights defender, died on Sunday aged 91, her foundation said.

Kate Winslet, throughout the years, has made herself undeniable in world cinema with her body of work. The “Titanic”, “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” and “Wonder Wheel” star made her directorial debut this December with family drama “Goodbye June”. Written by her son, Joe Anders, the story traces the final days of an ailing woman (played by Helen Mirren), as her family comes together to bid farewell around Christmas.

As 2025 prepares to bid farewell, it leaves behind a year of steady cinematic output. Films were released in theatres at regular intervals, and with the continuity of veteran filmmakers alongside the arrival of newer voices, it can be said that the year marked a relatively healthy period for Bangla cinema. Early stagnation, political unrest towards the year’s end, and the persistent challenge of piracy, however, prevented it from becoming an even stronger year.

By becoming a heroine of Satyajit Ray, she elevated herself to a unique artistic height. She has received the National Film Award multiple times and has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the National Film Awards. Even today, audiences continue to watch her black-and-white era films on various television channels.

From growing up in a small village to becoming one of Bangladesh’s most respected actors, Mosharraf Karim has built his career through years of discipline, persistence and honesty. His journey — marked by theatre training, television success and recognition on both sides of the border — is now the focus of a special podcast episode airing this weekend.

eir films are challenging long-held global misconceptions about Arab societies, while stories rooted in history, family, resistance, and social consciousness are finding powerful resonance with international audiences.

Actor Mamunun Emon is set to return to theatres with the government grant-funded film “Moynar Char”, slated for release at the beginning of the new year.

Bakri was best known for his 2002 documentary “Jenin, Jenin”, which recorded testimonies from residents of the Jenin refugee camp following an Israeli military operation that killed 52 Palestinians. The film ignited fierce controversy in Israel while cementing Bakri’s status as one of the most uncompromising voices in Palestinian cinema.

The trailer for “Bridgerton” season 4 has been released, offering viewers their first extended look at the upcoming chapter of the Regency era romance series. The new season will centre on the love story of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek, signalling a shift in focus from previous instalments.

Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has said that if he had one regret from his long-running collaboration with filmmaker Martin Scorsese, it would be not spending more time observing how the veteran director works behind the camera.