Rahman’s first film was Edesh Tomar Amar, directed by Ehtesham in 1960. He played the part of a villain in the film. It was a huge success, as was Rajdhanir Buk-e by the same director, with which Rahman debuted as the conventional ‘hero’. His pairing with Chitra Sinha was also well received.

Shabdali Group Theatre (SGT), a theatre troupe of Barishal, is starting a tour with their production, Baishakhini.

18-time Grammy award winner, Paul McCartney has collaborated with Britain’s Lee Hall, the screenwriter of Billy Elliot and the Elton John biopic Rocketman, for an upcoming musical. British theater and film producer Bill Kenwright, who secured the rights, will produce the

Odissi dance virtuoso and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award recipient Sharmila Biswas is inarguably one of India’s top Odissi exponents. A disciple of Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, Sharmila Biswas has performed extensively in a number of his productions, both in India and

Following the success of recent originals like Sharate Aaj, Kaali and The Lovely Mrs Mookherjee, ZEE5, a popular streaming service, is scheduled to premiere Shaat Number Shanatan Sanyal this month.

Alakesh Ghosh in fine arts, Sunil Chandra Das in instrumental music, Shukla Sarkar in dance, Gaur Gopal Haldar in vocal music, Mina Barua in folk culture, M. Hamid in dramatics and Jayanta Chattopadhyay in recitation received the awards.

One of the most talented upcoming guitarists of the new generation, Ifaz Abrar Reza plays for Shrapnel Method, Arekta Rock band, as well as his own solo project.

Durjoy Bangladesh Foundation (DBF) proudly presents the first edition of Majhi International Art Residency Programme, which will take place in Venice, Italy, from July 20 to August 4.

Known as the ‘sweet girl’ of Bangladeshi cinema, she is one of the most iconic figures in the industry. Debuting in 1964, the superstar did not have to look back, being an integral part of hits like Sutorang, Moynamoti, Nil Akasher Niche, Shujon Shokhi, Sritituku Thak, Sareng Bou, Bodhu Biday, Rongbaj, Abirbhab and Devdas among many others.

Starting today, Chhayanaut is organising a two-day ‘Rabindra Utshab’ at their premises, to celebrate Rabindranath Tagore, his works and philosophy. The programme is scheduled to commence from 7 pm at the main auditorium.

A musical soiree of folk songs was held recently at the local Shilpakala Academy auditorium in Mymensingh, remembering renowned bauls and spiritual performers of the region. The programme was organised by Novice Foundation, an arts education centre in Mymensingh.

​Renowned actor, Azizul Hakim, has acted in countless television, radio and stage dramas as well as a number of movies during his career. But he’s largely known to the Bangladeshi audience for playing lead male protagonist characters during various hit tele-fictions in the 90s.

The 23rd National Art Exhibition has brought about a festive mood in the local art circuit. This important exhibition is organised biennially by the Department of Fine Arts, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy. Initiated in 1975, the exhibition has, so far, earned recognition from art-lovers across the whole nation as a celebration of modern artworks by artists from all over Bangladesh.

Here are some of the wackiest and most absurd situations that can only be experienced in a Humayun Ahmed drama.

Inarguably India’s biggest international star, Priyanka Chopra has broken past countless ceilings and established herself as a household name across the globe, as an actor, singer and producer.

With Eid ul Adha nearing by the day, actors are on a busy schedule to meet the deadlines and complete their shoots on time. Prominent actor and dancer, Nadia Ahmed is no different. For the upcoming festive season, Nadia is working on four different seven-episode TV serials.

On the occasion of their 40th anniversary, one of the most iconic Bangladeshi bands of all time, Miles began a tour across the United States of America recently. At their New York City stop, Miles shared the stage with Fuad and Friends, led by musical marvel Fuad

A first of its kind, the day-long international conference, ‘Current Literary Theories and Jibanananda Das’ was held recently at Jibanananda Das Conference Complex of Barishal University (BU).

The content of the exhibition revolves around a portrayal of the growing distance between nature and human beings. There are collections of paintings that intrigues and asks questions about human existence. The metamorphic, mythological, contemporary

Star Melodies, an initiative of The Daily Star to promote Bangla music, will host a special musical evening titled, Emon Diney Tarey Bola Jai… Srabon Shondha-e, on July 20, themed on monsoon. It will be held at The Daily Star Centre at 6:30 pm.