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Hania Aamir coming to Bangladesh
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Books & Literature
Tauquir Ahmed set to start production for new film
National Award winning director and renowned actor Tauquir Ahmed is set to start the production of his new feature film. Although the mahurat is soon to be arranged, the name of the film is yet to be finalised.
6 December 2020, 06:45 AM
A candid chat with Circus Police
Circus Police is a well-known name to music lovers in the country, with songs such as ‘Mohini Romoni’ and ‘Ratrir Prohori’ making a mark in the rock music scene. The band, however, had a stop-and-start career, trifling any momentum that they could gather in between their promising hits. Consisting of Zulyad Islam Qazi, Efaz Rahman Khan, Tanjib Chowdhury and Zaki Adnan, the band is now looking forward to a new start off the back of their fresh slate of releases. The Daily Star talks to the young musicians on their recent releases, and plans for the future.
6 December 2020, 05:45 AM
Noble to make playback debut in Bangladesh with ‘Mukhosh’
Renowned singer Mainul Ahsan Noble is set for his playback debut in Bangladesh with the film, “Mukhosh”. Directed by Iftekhar Shuvo, the singer will lend his voice to the title track of the anticipated film. Director Iftekhar Shuvo confirmed the news to The Daily Star.
5 December 2020, 09:27 AM
Peaky Blinders Season 6: What to expect
It is not a surprise that BBC one’ss top crime drama ‘Peaky Blinders’, created by Steven Knight, is going to see a further seasons, alongside a possible full length Film. After the epic cliffhanger in the finale of Season 5, fans are eagerly waiting for their dose of the Shelby gang.
5 December 2020, 04:41 AM
Ridy on a roll
Russian born Bangladeshi dancer, choreographer, model and actor Ridy Sheikh first earned the spotlight for her participation in international dance shows like “So You Think You Can Dance” and “Dance Plus”.
4 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Cameras roll for new films across the country
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the release of new films has been on hold for quite some time. However, shooting of numerous upcoming films kicked off in full swing. Logistics for production shoots are complicated to begin with, a
4 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Remembering my Galileo
Aly Zaker, my Galileo, made his final exit in the early hours of November 27, 2020, bringing about a nationwide realisation of loss and shock.
4 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Farewell to the Renaissance Man
Aly Zaker, known in his intimate circle as “Chhotlu” left us for eternity on November 27, 2020. He was 76.
4 December 2020, 18:00 PM
Zahid Hossain Shovon on “Rupsha Nodir Baankey”
Renowned actor Zahid Hossain Shovon made his name in theatre, television and film over the years.
4 December 2020, 10:57 AM
Asaduzzaman Noor tests positive for Covid-19
Eminent actor and Member of Parliament Asaduzzaman Noor has tested positive for Covid-19. His daughter, Shuprova Tasneem, confirmed the news to The Daily Star.
4 December 2020, 05:22 AM
Winners of National Film Awards 2019 announced
The Ministry of Information announced the recipients of the National Film Awards 2019.
3 December 2020, 11:02 AM
Goethe Institut Bangladesh awards ‘Futures beyond the Self’ grant
Initiated by Goethe Institut Bangladesh, ‘Futures beyond the Self’ grant will be given to eleven winners in 2020. The initiative seeks to provide a space for new ideas to flourish for continued societal and collective engagement. It seeks to support both individuals and collectives in their endeavour to reflect, critique, and suggest alternative futures and pathways of ‘being in the world’.
2 December 2020, 09:49 AM
Suborna Mustafa’s birthday today
Ekushay Padak and National Award winning actor Suborna Mustafa has been ruling over the showbiz industry for decades. Following in the footsteps of her father Golam Mustafa, the diva has appeared in theatre, television and films, acing every role she has played.
2 December 2020, 09:26 AM
UK’s National Theatre initiates paid online streaming service for filmed plays
The National Theatre, the UK stage company, has launched a dedicated streaming service following the success of its filmed productions on YouTube during the pandemic. The filmed and archived plays, which are selected, feature noted actors Dame Helen Mirren and Olivia Colman, among others.
1 December 2020, 12:55 PM
Zee5 launches ‘Global OTT Content Festival’
Popular online streaming platform Zee5 recently launched a competition titled, ‘Global OTT Content Festival’. It aims to identify the top 50 content makers, who will take part in the main competition. Zee5 will be streaming the winning content worldwide.
1 December 2020, 11:43 AM
‘Nobin Shilpi Charukola Prodorshoni 2020’ kicks off
To inspire young artists from all over the country, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) has arranged the 22nd edition of their month-long art exhibition titled, ‘Nobin Shilpi Charukola Prodorshoni 2020’. The opening and prize-giving ceremony of the exhibition was held both online and offline, at the National Art Plaza Auditorium of BSA, yesterday evening.
1 December 2020, 07:07 AM
Johnny Depp’s ‘Fantastic Beasts’ departure stirs up global fan petitions
Celebrated Hollywood actor Johnny Depp has been facing controversies for the last few years, since his divorce in 2016 from actor Amber Heard, when she accused him of domestic abuse, which he denied repeatedly.
30 November 2020, 20:00 PM
Art maestro Qayyum Chowdhury’s death anniversary today
Ekushey Padak Award-winning artist Qayyum Chowdhury was known as a trendsetter in the Bangladeshi art scene. His magical creations have managed to shape the face of our art history, earning praise both at home and abroad. Today marks the death anniversary of this legendary artist.
30 November 2020, 06:54 AM
Group exhibition ‘The Power of Art’ underway at Gallery-9
The group exhibition ‘The Power of Art’ is underway at the newly launched Gallery-9 at Bir Uttam Rafiqul Islam Avenue, Dhaka. Curated and organised by artist Gazi M Rahman and supported by International Republican Institute (IRI), the exhibition showcases the works of fifteen young artists across the country.
30 November 2020, 05:53 AM
Rahul Roy suffers brain stroke on shoot, moved to ICU
Indian actor Rahul Roy, best known for starring in the 1990 musical blockbuster "Aashiqui", has suffered a brain stroke and is recuperating at a hospital in Mumbai.
30 November 2020, 05:18 AM