Indigenous Canadian director barred from Cannes for wearing ‘wrong shoes’

Indigenous Canadian filmmaker Kelvin Redvers was barred from entering the red carpet at the 75th Cannes Film Festival for wearing traditional moccasins. Redvers is a member of the Dene Indigenous community and grew up in the Northwest Territories of Canada.
29 May 2022

Enamul Haque was a true patriot: Asaduzzaman Noor

Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year. On his birth anniversary, we spoke to legendary actor Asaduzzaman Noor to know about their friendship and more.
29 May 2022

He always remained true to his art and principles: Mamunur Rashid

Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year. On his birth anniversary, we spoke to legendary actor Mamunur Rashid to know about their friendship and more.
29 May 2022

Dr Enamul Haque was a true gentleman: Abul Hayat

Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year. On his birth anniversary, we spoke to his friend and colleague, National Award-winning actor and noted scriptwriter Abul Hayat to know about their fond memories with him.
29 May 2022

I miss laughing with him: Lucky Enam

Today would have been the 79th birthday of renowned actor, playwright, academician and Ekushey Padak awardee Dr Enamul Haque. This is the first time his family and friends are commemorating the day without him. He passed away on October 11, last year.
29 May 2022

Bangladesh to be celebrated as ‘Country of Focus’ at Mumbai Int’l Film Festival

Bangladesh is the “Country of Focus” at the 17th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), which begins today. India is honouring 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence at the event.
28 May 2022

A dazzling celebration of the best in showbiz

The image of legendary artistes Runa Laila and Sabina Yasmin being given Lifetime Achievement Awards by an emotional Ferdausi Rahman -- will be immortalised as one of the most meaningful, significant and iconic moments in the history of the Meril-Prothom Alo Awards.
28 May 2022

"LASCARi: Bangla heritage story to be staged in Glasgow tomorrow

Bangladesh heritage community in Glasgow will be presenting their production “LASCARi” (Lascar Ami) at The Tall Ship, Glasgow, tomorrow at 3:30 pm and 5 pm.
28 May 2022

Films, flashing lights, and stars: Cannes Film Festival concludes today

The Cannes Film Festival geared up for a bumper 75th anniversary edition with a selection of big Hollywood names, buzzy newcomers and previous Palme d’Or winners from May 17– a splashy return even as the conflict in Ukraine looms over festivities.
27 May 2022

Satyajit Ray’s ‘Golpo Bolpo Tarini Khuro’ to be adapted in Hindi

A Hindi film adaptation of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s short story, “Golpo Bolo Tarini Khuro”, is in the works.  Ananth Narayan will direct the film, titled “The Storyteller”.
27 May 2022

Mithila’s ‘Maya’ to be screened at North American Bengali Conference

Rafiath Rashid Mithila has quite a few films awaiting release, including Raajorshee De’s “Maya”, Riingo Banerjee’s “A River in Heaven” and Arunav Khasanbish’s “Nitishastro”.
27 May 2022

Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan gets clean chit in cruise drugs case

India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has dropped its drug-on-cruise case against Aryan Khan, son of Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan due to “lack of evidence.”
27 May 2022

Maria Nur blessed with baby boy

Model, actress, and anchor Maria Nur has welcomed her first child. The baby boy was born on May 12 in the USA. The actress took to her Facebook page to announce the news. She had flown to the USA this January.
27 May 2022

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ releases at Star Cineplex today

Tom Cruise returns to the role of Pete “Maverick” Mitchell after 36 years with the sequel to 1986’s “Top Gun”.
26 May 2022

Snigdha joins Siam’s ‘Rashta’

Debutant actress and model Snigdha Chowdhury will be featured alongside Siam in Raihan Rafi’s “Rashta”.
26 May 2022

Intekhab Dinar’s resurgence on OTT

In the 24 years of his acting career, Intekhab Dinar made a place in the hearts of the audience with his powerful performances on stage, television, and recently, OTT platforms.
26 May 2022

Copyright violation: James withdraws case against 4 Banglalink officials

Musician James today withdrew a case filed against four top officials of Banglalink Digital Communications Limited on charge of violating the copyright laws.
26 May 2022

3 short stories by Nazrul to air today

Marking the 123rd birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, three plays based on his short stories will be aired on television tonight.
25 May 2022

Kriti Sanon launches fitness brand ‘The Tribe’

Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has hopped on the startup bandwagon with the launch of her fitness brand ‘The Tribe’, which offers virtual and ‘in-studio’ products, including training workshops and tailor-made nutrition plans.
24 May 2022

Gems of Nazrul’s ‘Oi Agoto Jago’ releases today

Gems of Nazrul is set to mark the 123rd birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam with the release of their 21st music video, “Oi Agoto Jago”.
24 May 2022