Directed by actor-filmmaker Sumon Anowar, “Mirza” introduces viewers to a sleuth who defies the typical image of youthful, agile crime-solvers. Instead, Karim’s Mirza is older, a little laid back, not one for chasing down suspects or getting into fistfights—but razor-sharp in intellect.

The father-son duo of Ferdous Wahid and Habib Wahid, will reunite on-screen in a special programme titled “Chena Mukh Dukh Shukh”, airing today at 5:30pm on Channel i.

The upcoming Eid-ul-Azha film “Utshob”, directed by Tanim Noor, was officially announced at a press conference on May 13 at the Gulshan Shooting Club in Dhaka. The event also introduced the film’s star-studded cast.

Veteran actor Robert De Niro was honoured with the prestigious honorary Palme d’Or for Lifetime Achievement during the opening ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival 2025 on Tuesday (May 13) evening. The award was presented by actor and longtime collaborator Leonardo DiCaprio.

At a time when OTT platforms are overflowing with gritty thrillers and intense dramas, Netflix’s “The Royals” offers a much-needed escape into a world of luxury, romance, and family dynamics. At its heart, the series is a maximalist rom-com built on the most classic of tropes — opposites attract, rich boy meets self-made girl, palace intrigue meets pitch decks — dressed in some of our favourite buzzwords: feminist, queer-friendly, and unapologetically fashionable. It is refreshing to see a desi series embrace froth and flamboyance without constantly apologising for it. Then again, being aware of one’s aesthetic does not excuse narrative shortcuts. While "The Royals" delivers big on styling and spectacle, its storytelling often trips on its own heels.

A court in Paris on Tuesday found actor Gerard Depardieu guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021 and handed him an 18-month suspended prison sentence, in a fall from grace for a towering figure of French cinema.

After moving audiences to tears with “Tomader Golpo” during Eid-ul-Fitr, filmmaker Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz and screenwriter Siddique Ahmed have teamed up once again—this time with actors Yash Rohan and Malaika Chowdhury—for a new YouTube film titled “Khotipuron”.

Filmmakers, producers, sales agents, and journalists from around the world converge to showcase and discover new films, emphasising that storytelling transcends borders. However, this year's festival unfolds under the shadow of proposed US tariffs on foreign films, announced by President Donald Trump.

More than 350 figures from the cinema world, including Hollywood stars Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon, condemned "genocide" in Gaza in an open letter published Monday (May 12) on the eve of the Cannes Film Festival.

National Film Award-winning actress Jaya Ahsan, known for her stellar performances across both Bangladeshi and Indian Bengali cinema, is set to return to the silver screen with her new film “Jaya Aar Sharmin”, releasing on May 16. Directed by Piplu R Khan, the film was shot during the pandemic.

Marisa Abela took home the leading actress award for her standout role in “Industry”, solidifying her place among the top performers of the year. Meanwhile, Jessica Gunning, whose breakout performance in “Baby Reindeer” has already earned her an Emmy and a Golden Globe, added a BAFTA to her growing collection, winning best supporting actress.

The much-anticipated character poster of Tasnia Farin from the upcoming Eid release “Insaaf” has been revealed.

Television actress Tanjim Saiyara Totini sustained a head injury while shooting for a drama in Chattogram yesterday evening. The incident occurred when a light stand on set fell on her head, prompting immediate hospitalisation.

Professional wrestling legend Sabu, widely known for his trailblazing presence in ECW and WWE, has passed away at the age of 60. As confirmed by PWInsider, the icon breathed his last on May 11, only weeks after marking his retirement with a final bout against Joey Janela—billed as his farewell match.

In conversations with The Daily Star, actors Sumaiya Shimu, Shajal, and Tama Mirza opened up about the invaluable roles their mothers played in shaping not only their careers but also their lives.

Mothers on screen are often reduced to clichés — the sacrificial, saintly figure or the melodramatic martyr. Then again, Bollywood notably holds a growing archive of stories where mothers are full-bodied characters: flawed, funny, brave, and deeply human. These women love fiercely, fight quietly, and exist beyond the frame of just being someone’s parent. From fighting governments to challenging their children, they show that real motherhood is messy, resilient, and worth watching not just for sentiment, but for substance.

Dhallywood actress Puja Cherry has once again moved fans with a deeply emotional tribute to her late mother, Jharna Roy, on the occasion of Mother’s Day. The actress, who lost her mother on March 24, 2024, shared a touching letter on social media, originally written on the first anniversary of her mother’s passing.

Known for his intense portrayals in “Mohanagar” and “Mobaraknama”, Mosharraf Karim plays Abbas—a whimsical truck driver whose life takes unpredictable turns. “The character fascinated me from the start,” shared the actor.

On the occasion of International Mother's Day, two of Bangladesh’s most beloved screen mothers, Dilara Zaman and Dolly Zahur, are being remembered not just for the roles they’ve played, but for the love they continue to receive from their on-screen children. Though their biological children live abroad, both actresses have chosen to remain in Bangladesh, enveloped by the affection of the audiences and colleagues who fondly call them "Ma."

Preparations are underway for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha film season, with possibly seven Dhallywood movies scheduled for release during the festivities.