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‘Cheddar’ from ‘Brooklyn Nine Nine’ passes away

Stewart the dog, popularly known as Cheddar from the hit TV series Brooklyn Nine Nine, passed away. He was 13 years old at the time of passing, after which his owners took to Instagram to announce the unfortunate news.
11 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Masum Reza’s ‘Nityapuran’ makes a century today

There are certain plays, when staged, leave a mark on the audience. It makes them coming back for more. One such play, which has been enthralling the viewers over the years, is Nityapuran.
11 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Celebrating Abdullah Al Mamun on his 77th birth anniversary

Abdullah Al Mamun was a stalwart in the fields of theatre, television and cinema in Bangladesh. Marking his 77th birth anniversary,
11 July 2019, 18:00 PM

In conversation with Emily Hughes

Arranged by British Council Bangladesh, Drawing Words is an exhibition that features ten illustrators from across the UK, whose works play an important role in the contemporary British picture book illustration sector.
11 July 2019, 18:00 PM

The starlets of our golden age of cinema

The black and white era of cinema is said to be the golden age of cinema, and the actors of this time are the stars of the golden era. While the use of technology has changed the way films are produced, black and white films remain alluring to the modern audience.
11 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Ustad Shahadat Hossein Khan and Dr Shyamal Kanti Chowdhury thrill audience in Bethnal Green

Tabla maestro Yousuf Ali Khan, featuring sarod virtuoso Shahadat Hossein Khan from Bangladesh, and singer Dr Shyamal Kanti Chowdhury with musicians from the Grand Union Orchestra performed at Rich Mix Centre on Bethnal Green Road in East London recently.
10 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Happy Birthday Purnima!

Purnima is one of Dhallywood’s most talented and supremely successful actors. She began her career in films twenty years ago and has been the silver screen sweetheart ever since.
10 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Remembering Muhammad Jahangir

Prominent cultural activist, journalist and media personality, Muhammad Jahangir breathed his last at Asgar Ali Hospital in Dhaka yesterday, after an uphill battle with cancer for years. He was 68 years old at the time of his passing. He was the executive director of Centre for Development Communication and the coordinator of one of Bangladesh’s leading dance companies, Nrityanchal.
10 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Nirob talks ‘Abbas’ and more

It seems to be doing well. Especially given the fact that the release date of the film conflicted with one of Bangladesh’s matches at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, along with the heavy rainfall across the nation. Despite the circumstances, the response from the audience has been rather positive.
10 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Tv Watch

BanglaVision’s premiere phono-live concert, ‘Music Club’, will feature renowned singer Kona today at 11:25 pm.
9 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Shahidul Alam shortlisted for Prix Pictet Award

Shahidul Alam, internationally renowned Bangladeshi photographer, activist and founder of Drik and Pathshala South Asian Media Institute
9 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Rumman Rashid Khan: an anchor and scriptwriter

Known for his skills as a playwright, scriptwriter and host, Rumman Rashid Khan has come a long way in his career and has established himself in the industry.
9 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Afsana Mimi’s latest projects

Renowned actor of the 90’s, Afsana Mimi, is a household name in the industry. Recently, she has diverted her concentration to directing, where she is seeing incredible success with whichever projects she works on. The Daily Star has a conversation with the star, who talks about her work, recent projects and future goals.
9 July 2019, 18:00 PM

‘Hasina: A Daughter’s Tale’ to screen at Durban Film Festival

Director Piplu Khan’s critically acclaimed docu-fiction Hasina: A Daughter’s Tale, based on the life of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be screened at the Durban Film Festival in South Africa on July 20 and 24.
9 July 2019, 18:00 PM

“My heart lies in art” - Ruhul Karim Rumee

Even before he started school, Ruhul Karim Rumee’s passion for art was profound in his performance. Born and brought up in Dhaka, the artist learnt from his family members that as a young child, he would often use chalks to draw on the ground, transforming it into his very own imaginative canvas.
9 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Shakib Khan’s ‘Bir’ incoming

Shakib Khan is one of the most popular actors of our time. At a time when actors are struggling to find roles, he continues to make successful movies each year, making him a true success in the film industry.
8 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Asif Akbar turns writer

Over the last two decades, singer Asif Akbar maintained a steady position in the music industry.
8 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Tisha and Mimi working together after 17 years

After 17 years of last working together with Afsana Mimi, Nusrat Imroz Tisha is once again reuniting with the renowned director to work in a TV show called Bahni.
8 July 2019, 18:00 PM

DU brings new theatrical production based on European masterpiece

Theatre and Performance Studies Department of Dhaka University is set to bring a new theatrical production, Aparera (The Others), to be staged on July 10 to 14 at 7 pm at the department’s laboratory Natmandal auditorium.
8 July 2019, 18:00 PM

TOGETHER WE CAN stages puppet theatre at Chhayanaut

Actor Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed’s organisation, Together We Can, in association with the British Council Bangladesh, staged a puppet theatre show,
7 July 2019, 18:00 PM