Seven years in making, ‘Nandini’ opens nationwide today

Directed by Shoibur Rahman Russell and produced by Md Imam Hasan under the Nayontara Limited banner, “Nandini” is adapted from Paritosh Barai's novel "Norok Nandini". The story follows the struggle of a woman who refuses to give in to fate.
12 September 2025, 05:45 AM

Adnan Al Rajeev’s ‘Ali’ wins Special Mention at Kyiv Short Film Festival

Bangladeshi filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev’s acclaimed short film “Ali” has earned a Special Mention at the Kyiv International Short Film Festival (KISFF), adding another milestone to its global festival journey. Rajeev shared the news on social media, expressing gratitude to the festival jury for “recognising and embracing our film in this way,” calling it “another win for ‘Ali’.”
12 September 2025, 04:57 AM

We risked our own money for ‘Adhunik Bangla Hotel’: Mosharraf Karim

Celebrated for his versatility and intense screen presence, Mosharraf Karim has a unique ability to switch effortlessly between humor, suspense, and drama. His performance in the web series “Adhunik Bangla Hotel” is a testament to his talent, where he masterfully brought to life not one, but three completely distinct characters, leaving both critics and viewers impressed.
11 September 2025, 13:00 PM

Afran Nisho spotted in Kazakhstan for ‘Domm’

Afran Nisho has been spotted in a remote desert region of Kazakhstan, where preparations are underway for his upcoming film “Domm”.
11 September 2025, 07:28 AM

Eric Stonestreet weds longtime partner Lindsay Schweitzer

Eric Stonestreet, beloved for his role as Cameron Tucker on “Modern Family”, has tied the knot with longtime partner Lindsay Schweitzer. The couple exchanged vows on September 8 at their newly built home in Kansas City, Missouri, marking the occasion between their birthdays.
11 September 2025, 07:13 AM

Keira Knightley, James McAvoy join cast of new ‘Harry Potter’ audiobook series

Actors Keira Knightley and James McAvoy will lend their voices to Professor Umbridge and Mad-Eye Moody in Audible’s upcoming “Harry Potter” audiobook series, according to US media reports.
11 September 2025, 05:14 AM

Arifin Shuvoo exudes ’70s charm in ‘Jazz City’ teaser

SonyLIV has released a teaser of its upcoming slate for the year, offering the first look at Arifin Shuvoo in Soumik Sen’s much-anticipated series “Jazz City”.
11 September 2025, 05:11 AM

Zinnat’s unending fight culminates in glory

But what about acting? Zinnat smiled and replied, “If I get roles that allow me to tell real stories, I’ll gladly take them. While shooting, we were often reminded not to focus on looking our best in front of the camera, but rather to tone it down and stay true to the character. That experience gave me the confidence to believe that artistes can truly become anyone once they step into a role.”
10 September 2025, 13:37 PM

Anuparna Roy’s breakthrough at Venice Film Festival

For Anuparna Roy, in her thirties, the excitement of winning an award with her very first feature film at the world’s oldest film festival in Venice is yet to sink in. The Indian media took no notice of Roy, an English literature student from Burdwan University in West Bengal, when she released her first short film “Run To The River” a couple of years ago. But today, that moment seems light years away.
10 September 2025, 13:11 PM

Mark Ruffalo, Ayo Edebiri, Javier Bardem among 1300 artistes boycotting Israeli film industry over Gaza war

The pledge reflects growing cultural opposition to Israel’s actions. Rights groups and United Nations experts have repeatedly accused Israel of committing genocide since the conflict with Hamas escalated nearly two years ago. Palestinian rights advocates have urged global celebrities to use their platforms to amplify the humanitarian crisis.
10 September 2025, 06:58 AM

BFFS calls for submissions for Oscars 2025

The Bangladesh Federation of Film Societies (BFFS) has announced the official call for submissions of eligible Bangladeshi films for the International Feature Film category of the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars), organised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), USA.
10 September 2025, 05:33 AM

Tawsif Mahbub returns to ‘Bachelor Point’ Season 5

Popular drama series “Bachelor Point” is bringing back one of its most loved characters. Yesterday evening, at a grand press conference held at Dhaka’s Hotel Intercontinental, director Kajal Arefin Ome officially announced that actor Tawsif Mahbub will reprise his role as Nehal in the ongoing fifth season of the series.
10 September 2025, 05:07 AM

Emmys 2025: ‘Gilmore Girls’ cast, Jenna Ortega and Sydney Sweeney among star presenters

The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards will feature a reunion of the “Gilmore Girls” leads, alongside stars from “Wednesday”, “Euphoria”, and “Law & Order”. The complete list of presenters has been revealed by CBS and the Television Academy.
10 September 2025, 04:29 AM

You shouldn’t judge an actor by the number of their followers: Jaya Ahsan

Acclaimed actress Jaya Ahsan, who enjoys immense popularity on both sides of Bengal, attended an award ceremony in Kolkata on Sunday (September 7). 
10 September 2025, 04:25 AM

FS Nayeem and Sunerah pair up for unconventional love story

The rom-com project stars FS Nayeem and Sunerah Binte Kamal in the lead roles. Written by Raba Khan and produced by Alpha-i, the film will be released on September 11 on Chorki.
9 September 2025, 17:19 PM

Daniel Craig returns in ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ teaser

The film revolves around the shocking murder of a Catholic priest, played by Josh Brolin, during Mass. As always, Johnson’s script promises a layered puzzle of suspects, secrets, and suspense. Joining Craig is a heavyweight cast featuring Glenn Close, Cailee Spaeny, Kerry Washington, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Josh O’Connor, Andrew Scott, and Brolin.
9 September 2025, 06:39 AM

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ tops horror box office with $194M debut

Warner Bros. and New Line’s “The Conjuring: Last Rites” has blown past expectations with a staggering $194 million worldwide opening, making it the biggest global debut in horror film history—surpassing the previous record of $190 million set by 2017’s It.
9 September 2025, 06:36 AM

Sir Michael Caine stepping out of retirement for ‘The Last Witch Hunter’ sequel

Sir Michael Caine is reportedly preparing to come out of retirement to reprise his role in a sequel to “The Last Witch Hunter”. The 92-year-old actor is said to be in talks to return alongside longtime friend Vin Diesel, with Lionsgate and Diesel’s One Race Films fast-tracking the project.
9 September 2025, 06:28 AM

‘As lovely as a fairytale’: Pori Moni celebrates big win with family

Pori Moni’s portrayal of the resilient Supti, navigating life’s harsh realities while enduring pregnancy in Anam Biswas’ “Rongila Kitab”, has earned her widespread acclaim. The performance secured her the Best Actress award at the fourth edition of Blender's Choice–The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards 2024.
9 September 2025, 05:18 AM

Arif represents Bangladesh at Doc Producing South, Kiran Rao keen on Bangladeshi cinema

The five-day programme Doc Producing South was held in New Delhi, India, from September 1 to 5, bringing together independent filmmakers for discussions on documentary budgets, distribution strategies, and script development.
9 September 2025, 04:39 AM