The most anticipated film festival, Festival de Cannes 2019, recently concluded, shedding light on some of the notable films of the year.

To protect the memories of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam and his wife, Promila Devi, speakers demanded the establishment of a university and the Nazrul-Promila Institute at Promila Devi’s birthpalace of Teota village, in Manikganj, at a discussion on Saturday.

Fashion Design Council of Bangladesh (FDCB) will arrange the ‘Dhaka Chic Fashion Fair’, which will be held on May 30 and 31.

Actor and model Kalyan Corraya is set to star in a new film titled, Maa, directed by Shariar Nazim Joy. He will play the role of the son. The cast has completed shooting for the first schedule of the film.

Talented Bangladeshi artist Mong Mong Sho loves to depict the life and livelihood of the fishermen living in the coastal areas of Bangladesh. Hailing from Cox’s Bazar, the artist studied at the Institute of Fine Arts, Chittagong University.

Renowned theatre troupe Mahakal Natya Sampraday will turn 36 on July 14. To mark the occasion, the group recently staged their renowned play Shikhondi Kotha for the 175th time, at the Experimental Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA). President of Sammilito Sangskritik Jote (SSJ),

Grameenphone has come up with a fan s song titled Cholo Bangladesh, composed by popular musician Fuad Almuqtadir, to celebrate the ICC World Cup 2019 as well as to inspire the supporters of Bangladesh National Cricket Team. The song is written by Mehedi Ansari. The vocalists include Fuad Almuqtadir

Sadia Islam Mou is not only one of Bangladesh’s most sought-after models, but a renowned dancer as well. Even though she is arguably better known for her endeavours on television, she keeps up her practice in dance. The multitalented artiste shares her recent achievements, projects

To Mark the 120th birth anniversary of our National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, Chhayanaut, one of the leading cultural organisations in the country, organised a celebration programme titled, Nazrul Jayanti 1426 at its Ramesh Chandra Datta Smriti Milankendra in Dhanmondi of the capital yesterday morning.

On the occasion of Nazrul Jayanti, various television channels have come up with special programmes to celebrate the day. Following are some of the television shows the audience can enjoy today. Maasranga Television: Mustafa Monwar’s puppet show Lichu Chor will be aired at 9 am. Musical show Ganey O Kobitaye Nazrul and

To pay tribute to the National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam on his 120th birth anniversary, Nazrul Sangeet exponent Kalpana Anam will release a solo album featuring 13 lesser-known Nazrul songs online this year. In addition, she will release three albums online comprising Nazrul Sangeet recorded by promising

Today marks the 120th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. He produced a large body of poetry and music with themes that included religious devotion and rebellion against oppression. Nazrul’s activism for political and social justice earned him the title of ‘Bidrohi Kobi’ (Rebel Poet).

For the first time in his illustrious career, Bappa Mazumder recorded a Nazrul Sangeet, titled Meghero Damru, on the occasion of Nazrul Jayanti. The singer, who is adept at different genres of Bangla music, was very excited for the project. “I was a little nervous when I set out to arrange this song

Zahid Hasan has been in the entertainment industry for twenty years, garnering acclaim for not just his remarkable acting on television and the silver screen, but as a director as well. In a recent chat with The Daily Star, the National Film Award winner discusses his upcoming Eid projects and more.

Three films, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Brightburn and Aladdin, hit Star Cineplex today. John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum is a neo-noir action film starring Keanu Reeves as the titular character. It is the third installment in the John Wick film series, following John Wick (2014) and John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)

Promising flautist, saxophone player and vocalist, Sayon Mangsang is making his mark in the music industry through exciting collaborations with some of the biggest musical icons in Bangladesh. Currently, he is gearing up for the release of his single, Jodi Tumi Jante in the upcoming album

Renowned singer Khalid Hossain breathed his last at the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) in Sher-E-Bangla Nagar recently, at the age of 78. His finesse in the field of Nazrul sangeet and research, earned him the title ofww one of the greatest Nazrul exponents in the history of Bangladesh.

Bangla Academy Award-winning poet Helal Hafiz was hospitalised with high fever and respiratory complications. He was admitted to LabAid Hospital at Dhanmondi on Wednesday. Helal Hafiz’s first collection of poems, Je Jwale Agun Jwale, was published in 1986, earning him wide acclaim. His second collection, Kobita 71

One of the most ambitious projects in recent history, The Industry: Volume II will soon serenade listeners with the best that the music industry has to offer. The project, coordinated by Chisti Iqbal and Adit, will feature the likes of Bappa Mazumder, Tahsan, Elita, Mila, Arafat Mohsin, Babna Karim

Samdani Art Foundation, in collaboration with Alserkal, recently hosted a major art exhibition titled Fabric(ated) Fractures at Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, Dubai, UAE.