In memory of playwright, actor and director Syed Mohidul Islam, a five-day festival titled Syed Mohidul Islam Smaran Utsab 2019, began recently at National Theatre Hall, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA). The event was organised by Batikrom Natya Goshthi.

The film industry is always busy with shooting, to varying degrees. Sometimes, the lack of good films discourages the audience from stepping into theatres.

Ayushmann Khurrana starrer Dream Girl has been creating quite a hype prior to its release. Produced by Balaji Telefilms, Dream Girl was released recently, much to a successful premiere.

Celebrated novelist of both Bengals, Samaresh Majumder, unveiled his new novel Oporichito Jibonjapon yesterday at the Bishwo Shahitto Kendro.

“The authority of CID first contacted our Facebook page. Then Alkis Raftis, President of CID, contacted us directly on August 7,” said Morsheda Begum Shilpi, “We got the opportunity to perform abroad.

The inaugural ceremony of the group art exhibition titled, Adherence will take place at Alliance Française de Dhaka on September 17 at 5:30 pm, at Galerie Zoom.

Popular theater group Prachyanat recently presented their 35th production, Pulsiraat, at the Nilima Ibrahim Auditorium, Mohila Shomiti. Originally written by Palestinian writer and political activist Ghassan Kanafani,

Afzal Hossain and Aupee Karim have worked together in numerous tele-fictions. For the first time, they have paired up for a stage show, which is to be held in Canada.

“We have dedicated an entire board to the weavers,” says Shaha. “I had told Motahar, the carpenter, that the alignment of the texts on the board is a little below eye level.

Imran Ahmed Trio embarked on their second international tour in Poland on August 20, marking their second international tour since the last, in Germany and Malaysia back in 2018.

Actor Nipun’s first music video, Rong, was released recently. Jatiya Sangsad Speaker Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury attended the launching ceremony as chief guest.

Two lyricists from Bangladesh, Suhrid Sufian and Rakib Hasan Rahul contributed to Chena Shohor, while Srijato Bandyopadhyay wrote two songs himself. The album will be available across various digital platforms.

The 33rd Convention of the Federation of Bangladeshi Associations in North America (FOBANA) was held at Nassau Coliseum, USA, recently. Fuad and Friends (FNF) performed at the event for the first time. In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Fuad talks about his experience at the event.

Bangladesh is a land of natural beauty, with many heritage sites and fascinating architecture. We have the world’s longest sea beach in Cox’s Bazar, and the largest mangrove forest of the world -- the Sundarbans. On the other hand, we have historical architecture,

With an objective to discover new talents in Bangla folk music, the third season of Magic Bauliana is coming soon on Maasranga Television.

The film Obotar is set to release today. Directed by Mahmud Hasan Sikder, this film stars Mahiya Mahi and Rusho alongside Raisul Islam Asad and Amin Khan, among others. Misha Sawdagor, plays the antagonist in the film.

The film made a rather lasting impact after its release in July. Nirob’s performance in the film Abbas was critically acclaimed.

Gallery Shilpangan is hosting their 11th annual group exhibition titled, Borsha, Rhythm of Monsoon, at Lalmatia. Ambassador Waliur Rahman, Chairman, Bangladesh Heritage Foundation and National Security, will inaugurate the show as the chief guest today.

I am composing and producing an album, in which established and upcoming vocalists alike will lend their voices. I am very excited about the project, as it features some of the most talented artistes in the industry now.

Tisha: The expectations are rather high, because if the story is intriguing, it is meant to attract the audience to the cinemas. Besides, the stellar cast gave their very best in this film, making it a true work of art.