Bangladesh will be the “Country in Focus” at the 51st edition of the International Film Festival of India, which begins in the coastal state of Goa from January 16.

I was a music-mad teenager in 1980s England, and heavy metal was going through a resurgence. The older bands like Black Sabbath and Judas Priest, who had started in the late 60s and early 70s, were still going strong, but a new cohort of exciting younger bands had begun to appear. The NWOBHM (New Wave Of British Heavy Metal) bands such as Iron Maiden, Saxon and Def Leppard were getting radio airplay on Tommy Vance's Friday Rock Show on BBC Radio 1, and appearing regularly on TV. They even had hit singles in the pop charts.

Ashfaque Nipun directorial “Koshtoneer” has sparked much interest among viewers, after its trailer was dropped on Hoichoi’s YouTube channel. Featuring Tarique Anam Khan, Saberi Alam, Runa Khan, Sayed Babu, Shyamol Mawla, Sabila Nur and Yash Rohan, the star-studded venture tells the tale of a family torn apart by rift. Produced by Pack Up Films, the Hoichoi original looks to be a riveting commentary on modern family dynamics.

The shooting of the much anticipated film on the life of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman will begin from January 19.

Noted musician Foad Nasser Babu was hospitalised yesterday at night. The news was confirmed by music composer Farid Ahmed.

Renowned actor and director Gazi Rakayet started his career on stage, where he honed his craft as an actor. He won Bangladesh National Film Award for Best Director,

Zainul Abedin is considered to be the founding father of Bangladeshi modern art. He was honoured with the title,

Dr Azmeri Haque Badhon won the 2nd runner-up title at Lux Channel i Superstar 2006, before making her way into acting. She is also a non-practicing dentist.

From empowering and motivational tracks like Shoto Asha to Shono Mohajon and to moving ballads like Rajahin Rajjo and Sritir Chera Patay, Shunno has given fans many timeless tunes over the years. Catch them on this exclusive episode of A&E live with Elita!

Syed Iqbal is a renowned Bangladeshi artist, based in Toronto. He recently completed a series of 30 paintings called, “Questioning Eyes”, in which he provided his strong impressions of the pandemic and its global impacts, using eyes as a motif.

Duronto TV has been producing quality programmes for children since their inception. Starting their journey in October 2017, the channel has made a place in the hearts of the Bangladeshi TV audience over the years.

Renowned singer Shan Shaik started his career with the band Emotions in 1998. His compositions for the album “Shadakalo”, featuring Fahmida Nabi was honoured with the prestigious Channel i Music Award.

Nearly after a year of inactivity, underground concerts are coming back to the capital.

Filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev has started shooting for his new production "YouTumor", recently. The web film casts Pritom Hasan and Ziaul Hoque Polash in lead.

Welcoming the New Year, noted singers Kamal Ahmed and Rumana Islam released the music video of their duet, “Rongin Shondhya", under the banner of Music of Bengal. It was released on January 1, 2021. The lyricist of the song is Jahangir Rana. The music direction and composition is done by Anisur Rahman Tonu. Jamiur Rahman Lemon is the director and photographer.

It has almost been four years since the theatrical release of internationally acclaimed filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki's feature film “Shonibar Bikel” (Saturday Afternoon), has been denied by the Film Censor Board of Bangladesh.

National Award winning actor Champa entered the Bangladeshi film industry with "Tin Konna", during the 80s. Her film "Bishwoshundori" was released recently. She has received the prestigious Jyotibasu Award and the Bengal Journalist Association Award from India. Also appearing in films by Goutam Ghose and Buddhadeb Dasgupta, Champa has earned respect, both home and abroad. Today marks the birthday of this legendary diva.

Alexi Laiho, former guitarist and vocalist of Finnish death metal band Children of Bodom, passed away 41 after struggling with "long-term health issues," announced his bandmates.

Young and critically-acclaimed Bangladeshi filmmaker Rubaiyat Hossain has been included in the jury for the prestigious 51st edition of International Film Festival of India to be held in Goa next month.

Popular fashion brand Bishworang recently celebrated their 26th anniversary.