Sabrina Carpenter has achieved her first-ever No 1 debut on the Billboard Hot 100 with her latest single “Manchild,” marking her second chart-topper overall. The singer previously reached No 1 with “Please Please Please,” from her Grammy-winning album “Short n’ Sweet”, which topped the chart around the same time last year.

While many Bangladeshi bands regularly perform both at home and abroad, Ashes is set to make their debut concert tour in Canada. Vocalist Zunayed Evan confirmed the band’s upcoming trip via a post on social media.

Global pop icon Shakira has opened up about the deepening sense of fear and uncertainty immigrants are facing in the United States under Donald Trump’s administration, calling the current climate “painful to see.”

In memory of her late father, Quamrul Hassan, artiste Shumona Hassan wrote, composed, and sang the song “Kotodure Baba Tomar Bari”. The song was officially unveiled today, in celebration of Father's Day, at The Daily Star Centre in the presence of the artiste herself alongside her friends and family members.

BTS member J-Hope has returned to the global music scene with his latest single, “Killin’ It Girl”, breaking records within minutes of its release.

Abul Hayat plays the father—a role that showcases his signature subtlety and depth—while Richi Solaiman portrays the daughter, bringing tenderness and nuance to the performance. The video also includes actor Humayun Chowdhury in a supporting role.

Pop sensation Dua Lipa has officially confirmed her engagement to British actor Callum Turner. After months of speculation, Lipa shared the news in a recent British Vogue cover interview, saying, “Yeah, we’re engaged… It's a really special feeling.”

Kanye West seems to be undergoing yet another shift in his public persona. After legally changing his name to Ye in 2018, he is now being identified as "Ye Ye" in multiple official business filings submitted in California.

BTS stars Kim Namjoon (known as RM) and Kim Taehyung (known as V) have officially completed their mandatory military service in South Korea and were discharged earlier Today. The two artistes made a notable impression during their appearance—RM performed on the saxophone while V held a bouquet, creating a memorable moment for fans. Their subtle hints about returning to the stage soon stirred excitement across social media platforms.

Renowned music producer Fuad Almuqtadir has issued a heartfelt appeal on social media urging friends, fans, and the music community to support the family of late songwriter and composer K. Zia, who passed away a few weeks ago.

Miley Cyrus faced an unexpectedly cold reception from some fans during the premiere of her visual album “Something Beautiful” at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Mainul Ahsan Nobel, who rose to fame through the reality show “Sa Re Ga Ma Pa”, had once captured the hearts of the youth with his melodious voice. He quickly shot to stardom, but his fame was frequently overshadowed by controversies, making headlines more for criticism than commendation.

For newlyweds Raba Khan and Arafat Mohsin Nidhi, music truly became the medium of magic. She, the vivacious internet personality, became a household name among the youth, catapulted into fame through her witty, satirical videos that offered a humorous take on daily life and social norms. As one of Bangladesh’s most prominent digital influencers, Raba has carved out her own space — vibrant, fearless, and refreshingly honest.

Bangladeshi new age rock band Bedooin is gearing up to release their much-awaited single “Bhalobashi Onibaar”, featuring the iconic voice of Kaniz Suborna. The song is scheduled to drop this Eid ul Azha, with the music video premiering on Chaand Raat.

Azam Khan’s musical legacy continues to resonate across generations, even fourteen years after his passing. Widely regarded as the pioneer of Bangladeshi pop music, the iconic singer-songwriter remains etched in the hearts of listeners through his powerful voice and timeless compositions.

Marking the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host “Ananda Utsab” at the Nandan Mancha of the academy. Supported by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the programme will take place on Friday, 6 June, at 7pm.

Tasnia Farin is set to make her commercial film debut with “Insaaf”, releasing this Eid. The newly released song “Akashete Lokhho Tara 2.0” introduces Farin in a role distinctly different from her earlier screen appearances. 

Dola, who captured hearts last Eid with “Chand Mama”, returns this time with a gentle, heartfelt rendition. “It feels truly special to be part of such a timeless song,” she said. “‘Shopno Jabe Bari’ resonates deeply with so many people because it reminds them of going home to their loved ones. Until now, we’ve always seen it from a male perspective. This time, it’s told and heard from a woman’s point of view, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have been chosen to lend my voice to something so emotionally powerful.”

Jessie J has revealed that she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and will be stepping away from the spotlight to undergo surgery.

During his first-ever trip to Dhaka last week, British-Bengali electronic producer, songwriter, and rapper Surya Sen took time out to invigorate stages with his breakout single “Buccho Ni Ba Bhai” at not one but two back-to-back debut shows in the country. This genre-hopping artiste, based in North London, brought some great UK garage, hip-hop, and house music to the table, both old and new.