Netflix officially revealed the release dates for the highly anticipated fifth and final season of its blockbuster series “Stranger Things” early today. The announcement was made through a video posted on the platform’s YouTube channel, which runs for over two minutes and offers a sneak peek at what fans can look forward to in the concluding chapter.

Renée Victor, the actress best known for voicing Abuelita in Disney and Pixar’s “Coco” and playing Lupita on Showtime’s “Weeds”, has passed away at the age of 86.

Recently, she revealed that a portion of the profits from this business will be dedicated to supporting pregnant women and newborns.

Shakib Khan’s fans are in for a treat this Eid-ul-Azha, as BTV’s “Anandamela" will feature the megastar in a candid appearance on the popular festive programme.

This first season of the event was organised last Friday under the sponsorship of Cosmetica Dhaka. Many members of the film community were present to support the initiative.

The first official teaser for the upcoming Eid film “Utshob”, released today, offers a lively glimpse into the film’s festive energy. With a background score that envelops viewers in a celebratory ambiance, the video is packed with sharp, playful exchanges from its lead actors.

After the massive success of “Wicked: Part 1”, Ariana Grande and Universal Pictures are joining forces once again—this time for another major franchise. According to sources close to Deadline, the acclaimed singer and Academy Award nominee is set to appear in the upcoming instalment of the “Meet the Parents” series. The film is scheduled for release on November 25, 2026.

However, just a week before the festival, two of those films—”Nadan” by Farhad Hossain and “Shironaam” by Anik Biswas—have pulled out of the release schedule.

The Bangladeshi 'Ken', known for his appearances in major Hollywood productions like “Barbie”, “Wicked”, and “Aladdin”, continues to make the country proud as he juggles acting, dancing, and interviewing some of Hollywood's biggest names.

Coming in second was the Netflix limited series “Adolescence”, a surprise breakout that racked up 19 million viewers, signalling the streamer’s strong grip on scripted content.

The featured short films are: “In Another World” by Konok Khondokar, “Telapoka” by Al-Amin Hossain, “Hudai Miss” by Zahedul Haque, “Homunculus” by Ibne Noor Rakib, “Soulmate” by Adil Imam, “Cha Chai” by Sheikh Kourashani, “Louk” by Mahmuda Sultana, “For Sale” by Fazle Rabbi, “On the Contrary” by Imtiaz Hossain, and “Ishpait” by Abir Ferdous.

This Eid, audiences will see three actresses come together in a web film directed by Mahmudur Rahman Hime. Titled “Hide N Seek”, the OTT release features Tanjin Tisha, Prarthana Fardin Dighi, and Rukaiya Jahan Chamak in a story centred around mystery and deception.

With the success of “Severance” soaring beyond expectations, Ben Stiller and Adam Scott have opened up about the Apple TV+ hit’s journey, upcoming season, and the possibility of future spinoffs.

Marking 26 years of Shakib Khan’s journey in cinema, director Raihan Rafi dropped the title track of “Taandob” yesterday

Actor Tom Cruise has expressed deep gratitude for the outpouring of support following the strong box office performance of his newest film, “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”, over Memorial Day weekend. He shared an emotional message that touched his fans, offering thanks to everyone who contributed to the film’s success.

Television, OTT, and film actor Shajal Noor has begun shooting for his latest film “Shapla Shaluk” in Sherpur’s border region, marking his first collaboration with actress Shobnom Bubly. Directed by Rasheda Akter Lajuk, the action-romantic film faced an unusual disruption during filming when wild elephants invaded the set.

“Twenty Nine Seconds” unpacks the harrowing 2022 incident in which Rushdie was attacked onstage in New York, losing vision in one eye and nearly losing his life. It also traces the aftermath — psychological, physical, and artistic — that followed. Sen’s production brings Rushdie’s voice to life through Shah’s commanding presence, marking their first collaboration in theatre. Notably, the two have previously worked together on screen.

The new film will feature Churni Ganguly, Jaya Ahsan, and Kaushik Sen in lead roles, with Indrashish Roy joining as a new character.

Television and OTT actress Tanzika Amin is currently busy shooting for dramas in Canada. Best known for her acclaimed role in the web series “Mohanagar 2”, the former Lux star is now filming four dramas overseas.

The announcement follows an exhaustive casting process that saw thousands of young hopefuls auditioning for the beloved roles first brought to life by Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint more than two decades ago.