As a live art form, theatre was particularly affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Walking through the empty spaces felt like walking through a time capsule—before mandatory face masks and instructions to stay six feet apart, these spaces were filled with lights, sounds, captivating scenes and applause of spectators. Despite the difficulties and uncertainties, theatre practitioners remained resilient and determined in their intentions.

Renowned dancer and actor Zeenat Barkatullah has been put on life support at a hospital in Dhaka.

Today (December 29) marks the 106th birth anniversary of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin, the pioneer of the art education movement in Bangladesh.

Renowned actor Aupee Karim became mother to a baby girl at 11:30 am today, at a private hospital in the capital. Director Amitabh Reza Chowdhury confirmed the news to The Daily Star.

Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman's mother, Kareema Begum, died in Chennai today, sources close to the family said.

The title is bound to raise some eyebrows. For most of us, the average Bengali orchestra music is strictly “Western”, or represented by hallmarks of Beethoven or Mozart.

Today marks eminent poet, novelist and playwright Syed Shamsul Haq’s 85th birthday.

Eminent dancer Zeenat Barkatullah is in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a private hospital in the capital, after falling critically ill. The news was posted by her daughter, renowned actor Bijori Barkatullah.

The recipients of this year’s Gemcon Shahitya Puroshkar (Gemcon Literary Award) were announced at a virtual ceremony today. Kazi Anis Ahmed, director of Gemcon Group and publisher of Dhaka Tribune, announced the names of the winners.

Renowned actor Abdul Kader passed away today at the capital’s Evercare Hospital at 8:20 am. The news was confirmed by his daughter-in-law, Zahida Islam.

The latest renditions of songs uploaded through your studio page are mind-blowing. What other projects are you working on now?

Nuhash Humayun is one of the most promising young filmmakers in the country, proving his pedigree with many web projects, short films, TVCs and music videos. He is also one of the directors of Bangladesh’s first anthology film “Iti Tomari Dhaka”, which was recently selected for an Oscar nomination in the International category.

“Taqdeer”, the fourth Hoichoi original from Bangladesh, released on December 18, 2020. It is gaining immense appreciation and rave reviews from different corners of the world, besides Bangladesh and India. In a recent chat with The Daily Star, the creators Syed Ahmed Shawki and Saleh Sobhan Auneem spoke about the success of the show.

The last film to be released this year, “The Grave”, directed by Gazi Rakayet, hits theatres today. The first ever English film from Bangladesh, “The Grave” carries the Bangla title, “Gor”. Both the English and Bangla versions of the film will be running at Silver Screen Cinema Hall in Chattogram.

Indian superstar Rajnikanth was admitted to Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad with severe blood pressure fluctuations, hospital sources said.

Rock band Nemesis has released a trailer for the much anticipated music video of their song ‘Gonojowar’. The video, produced by Studio Bangi, has been in the works for three years and features the band members in an epic fight in a fantasy world.

In 2020, a year that has been tough for everyone, Christmas movies and shows have provided a particular comfort and escape. Over the months of pandemic-related chaos and isolation, many have made holiday movies and series a part of their everyday routine, with their predictable plots, hopeful endings and the ability to make staying indoors seem wonderfully cosy. On Christmas Day, here are some movies and shows to stream on Netflix.

Bangladesh Television is the longest running television channel in Bangladesh. Today is BTV’s 56th birth anniversary.

Christians across the globe will be celebrating the arrival of Jesus Christ on the auspicious Christmas Day today. The Daily Star brings you a compilation of some of the finest television shows that will be aired in the country throughout the day.

The cast of acclaimed Indian director Srijit Mukherji’s Hoichoi original series, “Robindronath Ekhane Kawkhono Khete Aashenni”, based on Mohammad Nazim Uddin's thriller novel, was unveiled at a virtual conference on December 24, 2020. Celebrated Bangladeshi actor Azmeri Haque Badhon is set to play the role of Muskan Zuberi in the series. Other cast members include Anjan Dutt (Kharaj Khasnobis), Rahul Bose (Nirupam Chanda), Anirban Bhattacharya (Ator Ali) and Anirban Chakrabarti (OC Tapas Sikder).