Organised annually by Shottensen Shilpigosti, Sharat Utshab 1426 took place yesterday at Bakultala of Charukala (Faculty of Fine Art), Dhaka University.

In memory of eminent writer Rizia Rahman, a programme was organised yesterday at Bangla Academy. The programme was presided

Freddie Mercury was a British singer, songwriter and lead vocalist of the rock band Queen, who died in 1991 due to complications from AIDS. Yesterday marked his 73rd birthday. An animation video was released commemorating the day, to help raise awareness about the global fight against AIDS.

Recently, EMK Center, in collaboration with Cartoon People, organised an art workshop titled, Draw, Create and Collaborate. Syed Rashad Imam Tanmoy, the founder of Cartoon People and an associate editor at Unmad, was the lead instructor. The workshop comprised of 22 children under the age of 16 from schools around Dhaka.

It Chapter Two is an American supernatural horror film and the sequel to the 2017 film, It. Both films are based on the 1986 novel of the

Veteran actor Prabir Mitra made his debut in the film industry in 1969 with the film ‘Jol Chhobi’ and went on to become of the most

Over thirty years, Drik Picture Library has used the power of visuals to challenge the abuse of power. Drik’s 30th birthday was celebrated

Jamdani Festival 2019, organised by National Crafts Council of Bangladesh and Bengal Foundation, opens today at Bengal Shilpalay in Dhanmondi.

Theatre troupe Shobdo Natyacharcha Kendra will stage their acclaimed production, Biranganar Bayan, for the 100th time.

No other actor in the history of Bangladeshi cinema has seen a more spectacular rise to stardom than Salman Shah, one of the most iconic figures to step foot in the industry.

Lutfur Rahman George started his acting career in theatre in 1985, working with the renowned company, Nagorik Natya Sampradaya.

One of the most sought-after stars of the television industry, Afran Nisho constantly challenges and reinvents himself through playing different characters. After a busy Eid season, where he starred in a plethora of hit tele-fictions, the dashing actor looks to ease into work once again. The Daily Star catches up with Afran Nisho for an exclusive interview.​

The most anticipated beauty pageant, Miss World Bangladesh 2019, officially launched today. They held a press conference at The Daily Star Centre today, announcing its opening. All the content and License Rights are reserved by Omicon Entertainment. Xpert Providers Event Management will act as associate organisers of the program.

The World Masters Committee (WMC), a non-profit international cultural organisation based in Seoul, Republic of Korea, has recently selected internationally renowned artist Monirul Islam, dancer Munmun Ahmed and singer Fahmida Nabi as the World Masters 2019 form

Renowned actor Sarah Begum Kabori, musical legend Syed Abdul Hadi and eminent theatre director Syed Jamil Ahmed will receive lifetime achievement awards at this year’s The Daily Star-Standard Chartered Celebrating Life. This is the 12th iteration of the programme. The

BRAC Institute of Educational Development (BRAC IED), organised a story book launching event for children, recently at their premises. The books were part of a series titled ‘Esho Golpo Shuni’, written by 16 authors. 30 books, 15 each for two age groups (1-

Even though a panel of the Bangladesh Cholochitro Shilpi Samiti is supposed to serve for two years, the last election was held in May 5, 2017, where Misha Saudagar and Zayed Khan’s panel won comprehensively. The panel took their oaths on May 12, 2017, which means

Renowned artist Jamal Uddin Ahmed emphasises the need for spontaneity as an important aspect of art. The artist received the Ekushey Padak this year, for his outstanding contribution to fine arts. He is also famous for his artwork series on pigeons, horses,

“I’m still amazed, I’ve been a lucky girl who got to play beautiful roles,” added the 83 year old actor. Julie began her career as a child in London’s West End before she made it to New York’s Broadway, and rose to stardom with musicals such as My Fair Lady and Camelot.

Television director Mejbaur Rahman Sumon is set to start shooting for his first film, Hawa, from the first week of October. Sumon received the Meril Prothom Alo Critic Award for the tele-fiction, Dokhiner Janalata Khola, Alo Ashe-Alo Firey Jay, in 2006. After that, he