Abinta Kabir Foundation to celebrate second anniversary

Trust, determination, gratitude, respect and open-mindedness - - are the five values Abinta Kabir lived by. Through her work and lifestyle, in her essays, and most importantly, with her every action, it was evident that she was true to everything she believed in.
30 June 2019

Zaira Wasim Announces ‘disassociation’ with acting

National award-winning actor Zaira Wasim, who shot into fame with her role in Aamir Khan-starrer Dangal three years ago, announced her “disassociation” with acting yesterday, saying she was not happy with the line of work as it interfered with her religious faith.
30 June 2019

Prangonemor stages ‘Darao Jonmo Jodi Tobo Bonge’ at Mahila Samiti

Theatre troupe Prangonemor staged their 12th production, Darao Jonmo Jodi Tobo Bonge, at the Nilima Ibrahim Auditorium of Bangladesh Mahila Samiti on June 29, 2019.
30 June 2019

Many Happy Returns to Jaya Ahsan

Today marks the birthday of Jaya Ahsan, one of the most prolific actors in the history of the country. She boldly quit the television industry while she was the most popular actor there, to transition into cinema.
30 June 2019

Artistes from two countries to rock ICCB

The event is being organised jointly by ATN Events and Sunglow Entertainment. The concert was announced at a press conference held
29 June 2019

Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts ends today

Considered one the biggest music festivals in the world, the Glastonbury Festival, which is held on a farm in Somerset, England, is a five-day annual event, except for ‘fallow years’, taken mostly at five year intervals. This year, the 49th edition of the bonanza began on June
29 June 2019

Mymensingh welcomes monsoon

Bangladesh Nazrul Sena Sangeet Bidhyalaya organised a musical soiree on monsoon songs at the auditorium of Mymensingh Nazrul Sena recently. Titled Borshar Suralapon, the programme featured poetry recitations, and dances with popular monsoon songs of Kazi Nazrul Islam and Rabindranath Tagore.
29 June 2019

Nawsheen A passionate presenter

Through her aptitude as an actor as well as a presenter for television programmes, Nawsheen has become a popular name in the industry. She is currently in Mumbai, India where she is scheduled to host a YouTube show, With Nawsheen, a lifestyle and travelling based programme.
29 June 2019

Sudeshna Swayamprabha: Telling tales through the body

Brilliant dancer Sudeshna Swayamprabha Tathoi has been pursuing Indian classical dance forms -- Manipuri and Bharatanatyam -- since early childhood from her mother, eminent danseuse Sharmila Banerjee. Later, she took lessons on the genres under the tutelage
29 June 2019

Afsana Mimi’s directorial venture with Shajal after a decade

It has been ten years since Shajal last worked in the much popular TV serial Doll’s House, directed by Afsana Mimi, which used to air on ATN Bangla. During that time, Shajal also did a commercial under Mimi’s direction.
28 June 2019

Obhinoy Shilpi Shongho’s debut programme held at BSA

The new panel of the Obhinoy Shilpi Shongho (Television Actors’ Association), debuted amidst celebrations at Bangladesh Shilpakala
28 June 2019

Documentary on poet Abul Hussain

Today marks the 5th death anniversary of eminent poet Abul Hussain. One of the greatest poets of the 1940s, Abul Hussain had a history of connection with Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore.
28 June 2019

“Speaking at the UN will be my greatest achievement” - Sheena Chohan

Crowned ‘Miss Kolkata’ while still in high school, Sheena Chohan went on to participate in Miss Universe, and subsequently made a notable career in film and television. She was recently awarded the prestigious Human Rights Hero Award at the United Nations in New York, for her work enlightening more than 36 million people about their Human Rights. The Daily Star caught up with the renowned actor for an exclusive interview.
28 June 2019

Vicky Kaushal to play general Sam Manekshaw

Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal will be seen in the role of legendary military general Sam Manekshaw, under the leadership of whom the Indian army fought the 1971 war against Pakistan, leading to the emergence of an independent Bangladesh.
28 June 2019

Mahmud Khurshid writes ‘Joy Hok’ for Feedback

Lyricist Mahmud Khurshid has recently written Joy Hok, a World Cup themed song for legendary band Feedback. Feedback released this with an inspirational new music video, dedicated to the Bangladesh team.
28 June 2019

Amala Shankar turns 100

Legendary Indian danseuse and choreographer, Amala Shankar turned 100 years old yesterday, amidst a variety of celebrations.
27 June 2019

“We will give Bangladesh something new” – Laisfita

Shunanda Sharmin, Antora Rahman, Ferdousi Moumita and Mustarin Ahmed Sheetal – are four young singers who fought off intense competition in the marquee show,
27 June 2019

Annabelle Comes Home today at STAR Cineplex

After having spooked the masses over the years, the vintage doll returns with the third installment titled, Annabelle Comes Home. Along with its international release today, the film will also open at STAR Cineplex.
27 June 2019

BotTola stages Khona

Theatre troupe BotTola staged the play ‘Khona’ at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on June 26.
27 June 2019

Tête-à-tête with Shahiduzzaman Selim

Shahiduzzaman Selim, one of the most talented actors in Bangladesh, has become a household name through his performances on television, movies and on stage over the past three decades.
27 June 2019