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Emmys 2025 draws 7.4 million viewers, highest ratings since 2021
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, aired Sunday (September 14) night on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, attracted around 7.4 million viewers, marking an 8% increase over last year’s broadcast on ABC which drew about 6.9 million.
16 September 2025, 07:03 AM
Hania Aamir coming to Bangladesh
Pakistani actress Hania Aamir is set to visit Dhaka for the first time at the invitation of Sunsilk Bangladesh. The company announced the news in a press release, adding that the exact date of her arrival will be revealed soon.
16 September 2025, 04:23 AM
Vicky Zahed brings flash fiction ‘Ondho Balok’ to Chorki
Vicky Zahed returns with a new mystery as his flash fiction “Ondho Balok” readies for release on Chorki at 12:01 am on September 18. Written by Nazim Ud Daula, the story blends love, fate, and the tension between belief and doubt, promising a fresh take on the director’s signature suspense.
15 September 2025, 10:57 AM
‘Hamnet’ wins People’s Choice Award at TIFF 2025
“Hamnet,” led by Paul Mescal as William Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley as Agnes Shakespeare, has already garnered an emotional reception at both TIFF and the Telluride Film Festival. Adapted from Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 novel, the story imagines how the grief over their son Hamnet’s death may have inspired Shakespeare’s masterpiece “Hamlet.”
15 September 2025, 06:06 AM
Nusraat Faria breaks silence on arrest: ‘Circumstances make us resilient’
Faria, who was taken into custody in May and spent two days in jail before being released, broke her silence during a recent appearance on the New York–based talk show “Friday Night with Zayed Khan”.
15 September 2025, 05:51 AM
Javier Bardem among celebrities urging Israel to end ‘Genocide’ at 2025 Emmys
The 77th Emmy Awards saw several celebrities using the global stage to voice support for Palestine and call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, signaling a growing cultural boycott movement within the entertainment industry.
15 September 2025, 05:20 AM
‘Adolescence’ star Owen Cooper sets record as youngest Emmy winner for Supporting Actor
British actor Owen Cooper made history at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, becoming the youngest male acting winner after earning the trophy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series for his role in the Netflix miniseries “Adolescence”.
15 September 2025, 04:56 AM
Mostofa Sarwar Farooki's political satire '840' lands on iScreen
"840" features a stellar cast, led by Nasir Uddin Khan in the central role. He is joined by other acclaimed actors including Marzuk Russell, Fazlur Rahman Babu, Zakia Bari Momo, Shahriar Nazim Joy, and Zayed Khan. The production also shines a light on local talents, featuring actors from the Rajshahi and Naogaon regions.
14 September 2025, 07:07 AM
Bangladeshi Film ‘The Eternal Journey’ sweeps three international awards in Greece
The experimental film—a profound, meditative work that explores the search for self-identity—was honoured with the Cinematic Achievement Award at its Greek premiere.
14 September 2025, 06:51 AM
Emmys 2025: ‘Adolescence’ and ‘The Studio’ lead the race for top honors
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards are shaping up to be a showdown between Netflix’s hard-hitting teen saga “Adolescence” and Apple TV+’s Hollywood satire “The Studio”, with both shows tipped to sweep the night’s biggest prizes.
14 September 2025, 06:17 AM
Richi Solaiman returns to shooting after long hiatus
Actress Richi Solaiman, known for her graceful looks, charming smile, and powerful performances, is making a return to the small screen. A familiar face in Bangladeshi entertainment since the 1990s, Richi had moved to the United States with her husband, Rashek Malik, who currently serves as a detective in the New York Police Department. Though settled abroad, her passion for acting has always drawn her back to Dhaka from time to time.
14 September 2025, 06:11 AM
Anonno Proteek Chowdhuri talks ‘Noya Note’, rising career
“I spent most of my life studying and playing football,” Anonno Proteek Chowdhuri says with a small shrug. He trained as a chartered accountant and worked in the field long enough to know the claustrophobia it carried. “I kept telling myself that if I ever reached a point of stability, I’d make a film one day.”
14 September 2025, 03:00 AM
Anuparna Roy defends Palestine remarks after Venice Film Festival win
The Purulia-born director made headlines after dedicating a portion of her address to Palestine, a stance that sparked heated debate in India.
13 September 2025, 07:33 AM
Warner Bros Discovery shares soar on Paramount Skydance takeover rumours
Shares in Warner Bros Discovery and Paramount Skydance spiked significantly after reports emerged that Paramount Skydance is preparing a takeover offer for Warner Bros Discovery. The deal would cover the entire company, which oversees major assets including CNN, HBO, and the film studios behind hits such as “Barbie” and “Harry Potter”.
12 September 2025, 07:12 AM
‘Fereshteh’ brings Jaya Ahsan back to Bangladeshi screens this September
After travelling the international festival circuit, Jaya Ahsan–starrer “Fereshteh” is finally set for a Bangladesh release. The Bangladesh–Iran joint production will hit all local cineplexes on September 19, following a three–year wait.
12 September 2025, 07:06 AM
77th Emmys to proceed under heightened security after Charlie Kirk shooting
Security for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards has been significantly tightened following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk earlier this week. The ceremony, set for September 14 at the Peacock Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, was already under strict security protocols, but producers, CBS executives, Television Academy leaders, and law enforcement have instituted additional measures in response to the incident.
12 September 2025, 07:04 AM
Henry Cavill’s injury delays ‘Highlander’ remake
Production on Amazon MGM’s much-anticipated “Highlander” remake has been pushed back after lead actor Henry Cavill sustained an injury during preparations. The Chad Stahelski-directed film, originally set to begin filming soon, will now likely be delayed until early 2026, according to reports confirmed by Variety.
12 September 2025, 06:36 AM
‘Lokah’ triumphs at the Indian box office, surpassing ‘Baahubali 2’ in Kerala
The narrative centres on Chandra, a character who discovers her superpowers following her father’s disappearance. Kalyani Priyadarshan’s portrayal of the lead character has been noted for its effectiveness.
12 September 2025, 06:14 AM
‘Noya Note’, like its name, is crisp and fresh
Director Anonno Proteek Chowdhury makes a striking debut with “Noya Note” (New Money) — a socially charged drama about dignity and about deception. Writing both the story and screenplay himself, Anonno crafts a narrative that is deeply rooted in Bangladeshi society but broad in its human appeal.
12 September 2025, 06:10 AM
HBO confirms ‘Big Little Lies’ Season 3 with Francesca Sloane at the helm
“Big Little Lies” debuted in 2017 as a limited series, adapted from Liane Moriarty’s novel, and became a runaway success. The show collected multiple Emmys, including best limited series, best actress for Kidman, and best supporting actress for Laura Dern. HBO later extended the story with a second season, which introduced Meryl Streep as Mary Louise Wright alongside the returning ensemble cast.
12 September 2025, 06:04 AM