STAR MELODIES: A musical tribute to our independence

Marking the memorable month of Bangladesh's independence, Star Melodies, an initiative of The Daily Star promoting Bangla music,
23 March 2019

Star Melodies to present 'Muktijoddhar Priyo Gaan' today

Star Melodies, an initiative of The Daily Star to promote Bangla music, will host a special musical programme, titled, Muktijoddhar Priyo Gaan today, commemorating our Independence Day. It will be held at The Daily Star Bengal Arts Precinct of The Daily Star Centre at 6 pm.
22 March 2019

Conversations over tea with Apurba Jahangir

University of Liberal Arts (ULAB) graduate Apurba Jahangir's short documentary film, Dhaka An Opera has been under the limelight as a promising film.
22 March 2019

Akira Kurosawa - A Japanese filmmaking legend

Akira Kurosawa is considered as one of the most prominent filmmakers in the history of cinema. The Japanese director and screenwriter, was endowed with profound creativity.
22 March 2019

“We are born anew every day” – Bipasha Hayat

One of the most respected faces in the showbiz industry today, Bipasha Hayat is synonymous to excellence, perfection and diligence in her craft.
22 March 2019

'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' - a promising trailer

The first trailer for Quentin Tarantino's upcoming film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was released recently.
21 March 2019

'Toy Story 4' trailer out

The Toy Story franchise has been entertaining fans around the world for around 24 years since its first release.
21 March 2019

JALAPUTRO sails on Deepto TV

Adapted from Ekushey Padak winner Harishankar Jaladas' novel, the serial stars Shahiduzzaman Selim, Azad Abul Kalam, Ashish Khondoker, Rawnak Hasan, Runa Khan, Nadia Nodi, Monira Mithu, and Mahmudul Islam Mithu, among others.
21 March 2019

Music Festival at Jagannath University comes to a close

A two-day music festival organised by the Music Department at Jagannath University (JnU), for the third consecutive year, came to a close yesterday.
21 March 2019

Pragata Naoha

Pragata Naoha has been steadily rising as one of the most promising new faces in the indie music scene in Bangladesh.
21 March 2019

Jatiya Putul Natya Utshab 2019 at BSA

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) organised the Jatiya Putul Natya Utshab 2019, a puppet festival, from March 19 – 23 at the Experimental Theatre Hall.
21 March 2019

Shajal's Independence Day special

Versatile actor Shajal has garnered a large fan base across the nation with his remarkable acting skills over the years. He will be seen in two separate tele-fictions this Independence Day.
21 March 2019

Catching up with Fuad

In the mid-2000s, the music industry in Bangladesh went through a massive change in sound, when Fuad Almuqtadir introduced a unique style of blending genres of folk, rock, pop and electronica, thereby creating a distinctive variety of fusion of Bangla words and music.
21 March 2019

A Way to Break Beyond opens at AFD

Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD) has organised a painting exhibition titled, A Way to Break Beyond by Salma Zakia Bristy in its La Galerie.
21 March 2019

RA Kajol's "Greedom" and 'Free Faces' at Shilpangan

Contemporary art gallery Shilpangan is hosting a two-week long solo art exhibition titled "Greedom" and Free Faces by Denmark-based Bangladeshi artist RA Kajol. Eminent writer and critic, Professor Syed Manzoorul Islam inaugurated the exhibition on March 15.
21 March 2019

Santa Clarita Diet

Netflix's recent original productions have been nothing short of brilliant – but one show that stands out is Santa Clarita Diet. Ahead of the show's third season, we discuss a few reasons why you need to watch it right now.
20 March 2019

Aaron's 'Make Things Right'

The younger grandson of Bangladeshi singing legend Runa Laila, Aaron (aka A.I) released a new song, titled, Make Things Right.
20 March 2019

Anima Roy in a new direction

Renowned Rabindra Sangeet exponent Anima Roy has always captivated music lovers with her soulful voice.
20 March 2019

Star Melodies to present 'Muktijoddhar Priyo Gaan'

Star Melodies, an initiative of The Daily Star to promote Bangla music, will host a special musical programme, titled, Muktijoddhar Priyo Gaan, on March 23, commemorating our Independence Day. It will be held at The Daily Star Bengal Arts Precinct of The Daily Star Centre at 6 pm.
20 March 2019

'NOHI DEBI NOHI SHAMANNYA NARI' celebrates the spirit of Chitrangada

A one-hour dance drama, 'Nohi debi nohi shamannya nari', that potrays the multiple personas of the mythological princess warrior, Chitrangada, was recently staged at Chhayanaut Cultural Centre.
20 March 2019