Expressing solidarity with the victims and their families, the Film Exhibitors Association issued a statement late last night. Secretary Awlad Hossain said the organisation is “deeply saddened by the loss of so many young lives” and prays for the swift recovery of those injured.

Panahi, acclaimed globally for his courageous filmmaking, has earned top accolades from the world’s three major film festivals: the Palme d’Or at Cannes this year for “It Was Just an Accident”, the Golden Lion at Venice for “The Circle” (2002), and the Golden Bear at Berlin for “Taxi” (2015).

Johnny Depp is stepping into the shadows as Mr Hyde in a new graphic novel series titled “Hyde”, inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde”. The project is a collaboration between Ridley Scott, Depp, and production company Mechanical Cake, with all three holding joint ownership of the property.

American actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who played Bill Cosby's son Theo on the 1980s groundbreaking television hit "The Cosby Show," died at age 54 on Monday by drowning, a law enforcement source confirmed to Reuters.

The Asian Project Market (APM), a key segment of the Busan International Film Festival in South Korea, plays a vital role in connecting filmmakers with renowned producers, co-producers, and distributors from across the globe. Offering financial and technical support, the APM has grown into one of Asia’s largest film markets, drawing significant interest from emerging filmmakers.

Anne Hathaway has shared the first glimpse of her return as Andy Sachs in the upcoming sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2”, scheduled for release in May 2026. The image, posted on social media, has already created a buzz among fans.

The devastating crash has shocked the nation, prompting an outpouring of grief and solidarity. Celebrities and public figures have taken to social media to express their heartbreak, while many have also stepped up to help—coordinating hospital support, managing emergency blood donations, and assisting in identifying the victims.

The hunt for the next James Bond is heating up, with fresh contenders joining the long-running speculation around who will don the iconic tuxedo in the 26th instalment of the legendary franchise.

With strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews behind it, “Superman” is inching toward the billion-dollar benchmark. It’s a promising sign for Warner Bros. and DC Studios, which have a lot riding on this film as the foundation of their ambitious 10-year plan to reboot the franchise after the collapse of the DC Extended Universe.

Marvel Studios is preparing to introduce a new era of superheroes following the release of “Avengers: Secret Wars” in 2027, including fresh faces for iconic roles such as the X-Men and Tony Stark.

James Gunn is opening up about the difficult conversation he had with Henry Cavill regarding he actor’s departure from the role of Superman.

Oscar-nominated director Alexander Payne returns to the Lido as president of the main competition jury. Joining him are Brazilian actress and writer Fernanda Torres (“I’m Still Here”), Iranian auteur Mohammad Rasoulof (“The Seed of the Sacred Fig”), and Palme d’Or-winning Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu (“4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days”).

Open to filmmakers from across Asia, the lab will select ten finalists whose screenplays will be mentored by international experts during the festival. The top three scripts will receive development funding of TK 500,000, 300,000, and 200,000 respectively.

To honour the July Uprising, films such as “People Who Fought for Us” and “Digital Security Act: Story of Mushtaq Ahmed" will be screened at key locations across Bangladesh today.

I have always seen an invisible halo, or perhaps a crown, atop my mother and her three sisters, especially since I was raised by a full‑time working single woman, as though they were goddesses reborn as women. These women—unstoppable, hyperactive, free‑spirited, self‑reliant, and compassionate—are my universe.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has sustained an injury while shooting for his upcoming film “King”, temporarily halting production. The incident occurred during the filming of an intense sequence at a studio in Mumbai. Although details of the injury remain undisclosed, sources have confirmed it to be a muscular issue and not of serious concern.

Humayun Ahmed remains an enduring figure in the history of Bengali literature. His works continue to enamour readers and resonate across generations, keeping his legacy alive not only in books but also in the world of film and television.

A live-action adaptation of the iconic 1990s animated series “Captain Planet and the Planeteers” is currently in development at Netflix, with Greg Berlanti and Leonardo DiCaprio attached as executive producers.

The director has received an official invitation to attend the festival and, all going well, plans to attend the festival.

Bangladeshi theatres welcome two new cinematic offerings today. The Nepali film “Missing: Keti Harayeko Suchana” has officially premiered in local cinemas. Joining the lineup is the highly anticipated release, “Ali”, directed by Biplob Hayder.