The story follows Bayezid, an auto-rickshaw driver whose life revolves around his daily work. His life changes when Uma enters unexpectedly.

Noted actor and director Tauquir Ahmed, who has captivated audiences with numerous dramas and telefilms throughout his long career, is set to return this Eid. He has recently taken part in the shooting of a new special telefilm for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha.

A feature-length documentary on Ekushey Padak-winning Bangladeshi portrait photographer Nasir Ali Mamun, titled “Mamun: In Praise of Shadows”, is set to have its UK premiere at the 28th edition of the UK Asian Film Festival.

Directed by Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz, “Eta Amaderi Golpo” is currently one of the most talked-about serials, featuring an ensemble cast, including Keya Payel.

At the heart of the film is Jaafar Jackson. To say he embodies his legendary uncle would be an understatement. He doesn't merely play Michael Jackson — he channels him, and watching him, I found myself forgetting, more than once, that I wasn't watching the man himself.

Among those present were actor Prosenjit Chatterjee, producer Rana Sarkar, and actress Bidipta Chakraborty. Producer Shrikant Mohta joined the meeting virtually.

Directed by Mizanur Rahman Labu, the film is based on his own story, screenplay and dialogue. The central role of Atar Bibi is played by Farzana Sumi, who described it as one of the most demanding performances of her career.

Young filmmakers and screenwriters now have the opportunity to submit film proposals and compete for a total prize fund of Tk 10 lakh. This initiative has been launched to support the creative development of emerging talent.

The Department of Films and Publications (DFP) has taken the initiative to produce two short films based on history, heritage and culture. To support the project, applications and screenplays have been invited from consulting firms, according to a notice published on Sunday (April 26).

Veteran actors Wahida Mollick Jolly and Rahmat Ali reflect on three decades of marriage, arguing that trust, restraint and honesty and not only romance—have sustained their partnership.

Veteran actor Babita is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Anandamela Awards 2026, scheduled to be held on July 25 and 26 in Los Angeles, United States.

Veteran actor Abul Hayat is set to direct a new television drama titled “Bhalobeshechilam”, based on a story by renowned writer Rabeya Khatun. Shooting for the project is scheduled to begin on May 1.

This surpasses the previous benchmark set by “Bohemian Rhapsody” (2018), the Queen biopic, which opened to $122 million globally and went on to gross $910 million.

Two films produced by Impress Telefilm are set to be screened at the upcoming Delhi International Film Festival in India’s capital. The films are “Manusher Bagan”, directed by Nurul Alam Atique, and “Neelpodmo”, directed by Towfique Elahi.

Hasan’s work stands at the intersection of storytelling and technology. While artificial intelligence was used to support the film’s technical execution, he maintained creative control over the concept, script, and visual direction.

Beyond Bangladesh, he has also made a mark in Indian Bengali cinema. Continuing that journey, he has now completed shooting two Kolkata productions, both of which are awaiting release.

“Nirvana” was screened at the London Bengali Film Festival on April 23, marking its London premiere. The screening took place at Queen Mary University of London, where the actress was present.

“Eta Amaderi Golpo” began airing on Channel i on November 5 last year, broadcast every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:30 pm. In addition to television, each episode has also been released on Cinemawala’s YouTube channel, gaining widespread popularity across both platforms.

The actor unveiled the first teaser of the new film on April 25, offering a darker, more rugged glimpse of Ballu. The brief clip suggests that the character is once again on the run, with visuals hinting at an escape and showcasing Dutt in an intense, stylised avatar.

The initiative is being led by bodies such as the Bangladesh Film Directors Association and the Directors’ Guild, along with other industry groups.