Dave Bautista cast as Kratos in Amazon’s God of War series
21 August 2026
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Technology
Main Vaapas Aaunga: A quiet film about going home found its way through Bollywood’s noise
11 August 2026
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Culture
Netflix tumbles as slowing growth, less viewership data spook investors
17 July 2026
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Top News
Pop Culture / The real reason Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ became a streaming hit
13 July 2026
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Culture
Exhibition opens in Alliance Française to support artist Ritu’s cancer treatment
10 July 2026
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Arts & Entertainment
Stars pay tribute to 'Total Eclipse' singer Bonnie Tyler
9 July 2026
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Music
Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman in Songwriters Hall of Fame
12 June 2026
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Music
Martin Scorsese is backing an AI startup
3 June 2026
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Technology
Happy birthday: Hollywood honors Marilyn Monroe, 100 years on
2 June 2026
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Entertainment
Who really wrote what you loved in Bonolota Express?
27 May 2026
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Film
Khairul Basar, Arpita Mitra star in new web-film ‘Tumito Cholei Jabe’
24 August 2026
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TV & Film
Actress-director Mohsina Akhter ties the knot
24 August 2026
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Entertainment
Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in ‘Drishyam The Conclusion’
24 August 2026
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TV & Film
Aamir Khan to play 25-year-old in ‘Lalkaara’ after major weight loss
23 August 2026
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Entertainment
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ heads for fourth box-office win
23 August 2026
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Entertainment
James receives special honour at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
24 April 2026
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Music
Pratul Mukhopadhyay, a personification of Ekushey February’s spirit
20 February 2026
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Culture
Special programme at Shilpakala marks Farida Parveen’s birth anniversary
31 December 2025
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Music
Taylor Swift's 'Life of a Showgirl' launches with global promotion
3 October 2025
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Arts & Entertainment
AK Ratul laid to rest beside his father
28 July 2025
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Music
Star Cineplex to launch new branch in Uttara this Eid
25 March 2025
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Entertainment
MUSINGS / The journey of 'Khwabnama' from a novel to a play
24 October 2022
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Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
24 September 2022
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Books & Literature
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
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
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
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
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
“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
Ninth day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ revisits dark night of March 25
Commemorating 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", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. With the motto, “Gonohottar Kaalratri O Alok er Obhijatra” the ninth day of the commenced with an introduction to the black night of March 25, 1971, and its impacts.
25 March 2021
Bangladesh Film Producers and Distributors Association turns 50
Bangladesh Film Producers and Distributors Association celebrates its 50th birth anniversary today. On March 25, 1971, under the leadership of thespian Khan Ataur Rahman, the organisation was founded.
25 March 2021
50 noted artistes render National Anthem on Bangladesh’s Golden Jubilee
In celebration of 50 years of Bangladesh’s glorious independence and the birth centenary of the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, 50 noted artistes gave their voice to a beautiful new rendition of our national anthem, “Amar Shonar Bangla”. The Rabindranath Tagore classic, which was rendered by TM Productions, included artistes from the legendary Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, as well as popular and upcoming artistes.
25 March 2021
TV specials to watch on Independence Day
Marking the golden jubilee of Bangladesh’s independence, The Daily Star has compiled a list of television specials that audiences can watch on March 26.
25 March 2021
Eighth day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates Bangabandhu’s strive for peace
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", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. The eighth day of the event began with the theme, "Shanti, Mukti O Manobotar Ogrodut", acknowledging Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as a pioneer of peace, freedom, and humanity. Be it the famine of 1943 or the communal riots of 1947, Bangabandhu always stood beside those in need and believed in the power of peaceful protests.
24 March 2021
Aamir Khan tests positive for Covid-19
Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan tested positive for Covid-19, and is currently under home quarantine, the actor's spokesperson said today.
24 March 2021
Seventh day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates womanhood
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", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. The seventh day of the event began with the theme, "Narimukti, Shammo O Shadhinota", celebrating womanhood.
23 March 2021
Liberation War Museum celebrates its silver jubilee
The Liberation War Museum celebrated its 25th anniversary yesterday, keeping the month of Bangladesh’s independence in mind. The celebrations began with a recording of the song, “Muktiro Mondiro Sopano Tole”. Members of Liberation War Museum’s Board of Trustees Dr Sarwar Ali, Mofidul Hoque, and Sara Zaker welcomed the audience with their speeches.
23 March 2021
Sixth day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates Bangabandhu’s love for our nation
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", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. The sixth day of the celebrations began with the theme, “Banglar Maati, Amar Maati”, marking Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s love for his country and his people.
22 March 2021
Fifth day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates Bangabandhu’s perseverance
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", began on March 17 at the capital's National Parade Square. The fifth day of celebrations began with the theme, “Dhongshostupe Jiboner Gaan”, commemorating Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s determination to rebuild a war-torn country after independence. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina attended the cultural event.
21 March 2021
Kamruzzaman Shadhin’s ‘Elephant in the Room’ featured at Dubai Design District
On March 12, “Elephant in the Room”, an award-winning art installation by renowned Bangladeshi visual artist Kamruzzaman Shadhin, was launched at the Dubai Design District (D3), organised by Durjoy Bangladesh Foundation, which works to promote South Asian art internationally in association with Art Dubai. D3 is a hub of inspiration for creatives, artists, and designers. It will exhibit this participatory artwork in its walkaways for a month-long display till April 12, 2021.
21 March 2021
Kumar Bishwajit and Samarjit Roy team up for ‘Violiner Shohor’
Celebrated musician Samarjit Roy’s new song, “Violiner Shohor” was released on his YouTube channel recently. The number, composed by renowned musician Kumar Bishwajit, is written by Mizanur Rahman Saami.
21 March 2021
Fourth day of ‘Mujib Chirantan’ celebrates young talents
The fourth day of "Mujib Chirantan", the ten-day celebration of the birth centenary of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the golden jubilee of Bangladesh's independence, was held at National Parade Square yesterday. The theme of the day was, “Tarunner Alok Shikha”. As the theme suggests, the fourth day of the programme celebrated the youth, featuring prominent young individuals from different sectors – from the arts to science and technology.
21 March 2021
A&E Talk with Elita: F Minor
F Minor is a young band, steadily climbing the steps of success thanks to their lyrics and music. It is an all-girl band, which is quite rare in Bangladesh. The band sings in many languages namely Chakma, Marma, Bangla, Gari etc.
20 March 2021