Another Bangladeshi film makes it to the Kazan Festival

“Mastul” has not been selected for the main competition at Kazan but for a special category.
29 June 2025, 04:49 AM

'Squid Game' creator reveals real billionaires behind VIPs

Hwang Dong-hyuk, the creator of Netflix's global hit "Squid Game", revealed that the show's shadowy VIPs were inspired by real-world oligarchs and tech billionaires who, in his view, no longer hide their grip on power.
29 June 2025, 04:40 AM

Jaideep Ahlawat joins the spy game in ‘The Family Man’ Season 3

Jaideep Ahlawat, known for his role in “Paatal Lok”, is set to play a significant character in the upcoming third season of “The Family Man”, Amazon Prime Video’s acclaimed espionage thriller. The platform released a first-look teaser yesterday, offering a glimpse of what's to come.
28 June 2025, 12:07 PM

Ileana D’Cruz welcomes second baby boy

Actor Ileana D’Cruz has welcomed her second child with husband Michael Dolan. The 38-year-old shared the heartwarming news early Saturday on social media, revealing that the boy was born on June 19.
28 June 2025, 12:03 PM

‘Utshob’ sets out to break unbelievable records overseas

The cast features Zahid Hasan, Jaya Ahsan, Chanchal Chowdhury, Aupee Karim, Tariq Anam Khan, Intekhab Dinar, Sadia Ayman, and Shoumya Joyti, among others.
28 June 2025, 11:58 AM

Steven Spielberg speaks out against AI in filmmaking

Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg, who once explored the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in his 2001 film “AI Artificial Intelligence”, is now voicing firm opposition to using AI in creative aspects of filmmaking.
28 June 2025, 06:32 AM

‘Neelpodmo’ wins Best Feature Film at Tokyo Lift-Off Film Festival

Towfique Elahi’s “Neelpodmo” (The Blue Lotus), produced by Impress Telefilm and starring Runa Khan, has won the Best Feature Film award at the Tokyo Lift-Off Film Festival 2025.
28 June 2025, 05:17 AM

Tom Holland, Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson eyed for next ‘James Bond’ film

As Amazon prepares to usher in a new era for the iconic “James Bond” franchise, three emerging actors—Tom Holland, Jacob Elordi, and Harris Dickinson—are reportedly leading the contenders’ list for the coveted role of 007. 
28 June 2025, 04:47 AM

Cate Blanchett's surprise cameo ends ‘Squid Game’ finale

Fans of Netflix’s global hit “Squid Game” were bracing for shocking twists in the series finale—but few could have predicted the show-stopping surprise that closed out the final season.
28 June 2025, 04:44 AM

Brad Pitt's LA home burgled, ransacked: reports

Pitt was not home at the time, as he has been on a global promotional tour for his new movie "F1"
27 June 2025, 13:10 PM

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom call off engagement after nine years

Perry, 40, and Bloom, 48, first met at a Golden Globes afterparty in 2016. The encounter, now part of pop culture lore, began with a disagreement over a burger. “I met my boyfriend over In-N-Out,” Perry once recounted on American Idol. “I had my security guard grab 10 In-N-Outs… he swoops in and grabs it and I was like, ‘Hey, that’s my burger!’”
27 June 2025, 08:00 AM

‘Top Gun 3’ in the works, confirms director Joseph Kosinski

Following the success of “Top Gun: Maverick” in 2022, director Joseph Kosinski has confirmed that a third instalment of the high-flying action franchise is officially in development. In a recent interview with GQ, Kosinski shared that “Top Gun 3” is being seriously considered, with plans for a more expansive and introspective storyline centred around Tom Cruise’s iconic character.
27 June 2025, 05:00 AM

Apurba-Niha’s emotional drama ‘Ghran’ crosses 7.2 million views

Eid drama “Ghran” has emerged as a surprise hit, crossing 7.2 million views on YouTube within just two weeks of its release. Currently trending at number 20, the Masrikul Alam-directed drama has sparked emotional responses from viewers, many of whom praised its heartfelt portrayal of a son’s search for his mother’s forgotten birthday.
27 June 2025, 04:42 AM

Academy invites 534 new members, including Mikey Madison, Ariana Grande and Conan O’Brien

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has extended invitations to 534 individuals to join its membership this year, including 2025 Academy Award winners Mikey Madison, Kieran Culkin and Lol Crawley, and nominees Ariana Grande, Sebastian Stan and Brandi Carlile. Also invited are this year’s Oscars host Conan O’Brien, his predecessor Jimmy Kimmel, and their respective producers.
27 June 2025, 04:05 AM

Four Hollywood films to premiere tomorrow at Star Cineplex

Four Hollywood films are set to be released simultaneously at Star Cineplex tomorrow. The much-talked-about horror sequel “M3GAN 2.0” and “F1: The Movie”, a film based on the Formula One World Championship, will also see their international release on June 27.
26 June 2025, 12:58 PM

Mamunur Rashid makes long-awaited return with ‘Choron Chhuye Jai’

Known for weaving the everyday rhythms of life into his work, the artiste offers something more than a typical love story this time. “This is not a romantic tale,” he said. “It’s a story of a wounded land wrapped in patriotism, affection, grief, and longing. It’s about rain in the chest, loss in the eyes, being consumed by love, and being burned by it too.”
26 June 2025, 09:34 AM

Zohran Mamdani convinced Mira Nair to choose ‘The Namesake’ over ‘Harry Potter’

In a 2018 conversation with journalist Vir Sanghvi at the Jaipur Literature Festival, Nair shared how she was approached to direct “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix”. At the time, however, she was grieving the sudden loss of her mother-in-law, Kulsoom Alibhai, whom she fondly called “Ammie”. The death occurred while Alibhai was visiting New York for medical treatment.
26 June 2025, 09:15 AM

Daisy Edgar-Jones to lead new ‘Sense and Sensibility’ film adaptation

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26 June 2025, 08:30 AM

12 superhits in 12 months could revive the industry: Misha Sawdagor

Veteran actor Misha Sawdagor, a dominant figure in Dhallywood for over 36 years, believes that the consistent release of quality cinema throughout the year is key to reviving the Bangladeshi film industry. Speaking to The Daily Star from the US, the National Film Award-winning ‘villain’ reflected on his role as Shakib Khan’s father in the hit Eid release “Borbaad”, calling it a challenging but rewarding experience.
26 June 2025, 05:41 AM

Justin Baldoni drops $400m countersuit against Blake Lively

Justin Baldoni has officially decided not to refile his $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively, marking a pivotal turn in the high-profile legal battle that gripped Hollywood.
26 June 2025, 05:26 AM