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“Baba” bags India International Film Festival 2020 award for best musical film
The musical film “Baba”, set against the backdrop of the brutal assassination of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, has won the award for the best musical film at the India International Film Festival 2020. The 6 minutes and 2-second film was released on YouTube in August, last year.
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Probably first time this award was given for 2 roles: Jaya after her Filmfare win
Internationally renowned Bangladeshi actor Jaya Ahsan was elated after winning the Best Actress (Critics) honour at the Joy Filmfare Awards (Bangla) last night for her roles in "Bijoya" and "Robibar" – which she said were as different from each other as the north and south poles.
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Jaya Ahsan wins best actress accolade in Bangla Filmfare Awards
Iconic Bangladeshi actor Jaya Ahsan today won the Best Actress (Critics) award at the Joy Filmfare Awards (Bangla) for her roles in "Bijoya" and "Robibar".
31 March 2021, 17:52 PM
‘Jodi Kintu Tobuo’ to release on ZEE5 Global tomorrow
“Jodi Kintu Tobuo”, ZEE5 Global’s fourth project from Bangladesh, will be streaming on the platform from April 1, as announced at a virtual press conference on March 30. The web film, starring Apurba and Nusraat Faria in the lead roles, is directed by Shihab Shaheen. Archana Anand, Chief Business Officer of ZEE5 Global, shared an exclusive look at the trailer of the film.
31 March 2021, 09:47 AM
Jaya Ahsan nominated for Bangla Filmfare Awards again
Bangladeshi icon Jaya Ahsan has been nominated for the Joy Filmfare Awards (Bangla) 2020 in the category of Best Actress (Critics) for her roles in “Bijoya” and “Robibar”.
30 March 2021, 16:26 PM
George RR Martin signs five-year deal for more HBO projects
After the tremendous success of HBO’s adaptations of his books, Game of Thrones author George RR Martin has signed a deal to develop several television series for HBO and its streaming platform, HBO Max.
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Trailer for biopic on Soumitra out now
The trailer of the much-anticipated biopic on thespian Soumitra Chattopadhyay is finally out.
29 March 2021, 12:30 PM
Shusmita Anis and Arnob’s rendition of ‘Joy Hok’ sends a powerful message
The official music video of “Joy Hok” by Shusmita Anis and Shayan Chowdhury Arnob was released on March 24. The modern rendition of Kazi Nazrul Islam’s iconic song presents a powerful narrative on womanhood. The original song by Nazrul focuses on the emancipation from the human vices and celebration of the human virtues.
28 March 2021, 07:30 AM
Group exhibition ‘Dui’ explores synchronised encounters
“Dui”, a successor to the exhibition, “Ek”, is the second chapter of the series of exhibitions curated by Taiara Farhana Tareque. Taking place simultaneously over two places in the city— Studio 6/6 and Dwip Gallery, “Dui” portrays two alternative visions of a singular artist, but draws up a merged conversation by bringing in the concept of a particular space and tying it together within the artwork. “The point of synchronicity is actually at in minds of the audience,” Taiara explains.
28 March 2021, 07:07 AM
Celebrities releasing books at this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela
Every year at the Ekushey Boi Mela, several celebrities showcase their writing talents with their own books. This year, too, many of them are busy with promoting their books and interacting with their fans.
27 March 2021, 09:00 AM
A R Rahman composes and sings for Bangladesh
Legendary Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman composed and sang both in Bangla in Hindi, on the Golden Jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence and the birth centenary of The Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The song’s AV was shown on the last day of the 10-day Mujib Chirantan celebrations at the National Parade Square.
27 March 2021, 08:28 AM
Pandit Ajoy Chakrabarty’s Raag Maitree enchants Bangladesh
The glorious Golden Jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence saw myriads of songs, poems and art in tribute, but one that is unrivaled was Pandit Ajoy Chakrabarty’s Raag Maitree, which he specifically created for Bangladesh.
27 March 2021, 07:34 AM
'No Zoom' Oscars causes backlash, Hollywood media reports
The “No Zoom” policy for this year’s Oscars ceremony is proving a headache for multiple nominees who live outside the United States and who are still under pandemic restrictions, according to Hollywood publications.
27 March 2021, 07:29 AM
Namita Ghosh, first female voice artiste of Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, passes away
Namita Ghosh, known as the first female voice artiste of Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, passed away at the capital’s Popular Hospital last night. She was suffering from cancer, and was undergoing eye treatments. She tested positive for Covid-19.
27 March 2021, 05:36 AM
Spring In Bloom Fashion Exhibition
The Spring in Bloom fashion exhibition was a three-day event that ran from March 18 to 20 at Edge Gallery of Gulshan North Avenue, Dhaka.
26 March 2021, 18:00 PM
Jaya Ahsan talks ‘Alatchakra’, latest projects
National Film Award-winning actor Jaya Ahsan has earned acclaim for her performances both at home and abroad. Her film, “Alatchakra”,
26 March 2021, 18:00 PM
Key moments from Mujib Chirantan
Celebrating the birth centenary of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence, a ten-day programme, “Mujib Chirantan”, was organised at the capital’s National Parade Square from March 17 to 26.
26 March 2021, 18:00 PM
Bangabandhu’s birth centenary, independence golden jubilee celebrations conclude
Today marks the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence. Keeping that in mind, the final day of “Mujib Chirantan” began with the theme, ‘Shadhinotar Ponchash Bochor O Ogrogotir Shubornorekha’.
26 March 2021, 16:16 PM
Tauquir Ahmed’s ‘Sphulingo’ hits theatres today
“Sphulingo”, a film directed by Tauquir Ahmed, is set to release at 35 theatres across the country today, marking the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence.
26 March 2021, 08:32 AM
“The days of struggle will never fade away from my mind” – Mamunur Rashid
Noted actor Mamunur Rashid has aced his performances with his brilliant screen presence both on the silver screen and theatre. The Ekushey Padak awardee has also earned praises for his impeccable direction and screenwriting over the years. Being the chairperson of the Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation, his plays have received positive criticism from audiences both at home and abroad. On the occasion of 50 years of our independence, Mamunur Rashid walked down his memory lane and recounted the horrific memories of March 1971.
26 March 2021, 03:30 AM