To celebrate the menstrual cycle through music, dance, and art, Jatra Bangladesh Limited has organised a five-day long festival titled Lal. The festival, providing a platform for women to talk about menstruation openly, started on the night of full moon on February 19.

Singer/songwriter and cartoonist Minar Rahman looked visibly excited when he entered The Daily Star premises on the day his first book, 'Rudraebong tar grand piano' launched at the Ekushey Boi Mela, from Barshadupur. Here is what the debutant writer has to say about his latest creation.

Veteran writer Shah Alam Shazu, who has a noteworthy career of 20 years, has published 6 books this year including Jochonaghor, Esho Brishtite Bhiji and Bhoyonkor Pahare Obhijan.

Kobitar Pran, Kobitay Gaan, Kobir Kotha, by Md Faruk Chowdhury is out now at the Ekushey Boi Mela. The book, published by Danantik,

Young and multi-talented writer Shamim Ara Smrity has published two books in this year's Ekushey Boi Mela,

TRESemmé, a leading brand of hair-care products, is organising one of the biggest fashion events in Bangladesh — the TRESemmé Bangladesh Fashion Week 2019, in partnership with Fashion Design Council of Bangladesh, between February 23 - 25, at the International Convention City, Bashundhara.

An artist camp titled 'Bangabandhu Shobdoti Amader' with 50 promising and prominent artists, organised by Shadhinota Charushilpi Porishad, will be held tomorrow at the National Art Plaza of Bangladesh Shilpakala Acamedy (BSA).

Shahidul Alam Sachchu is a revered name in the entertainment arena. From theatre plays to films and tele-fictions, he has honed his acting and directing skills over the years and earned the admiration of fans throughout the nation.

Cover artists across the country become extremely busy during the month of February, and Kheya Mezba Shormi is no different.

Artopolitan, an art organisation promoting visual arts and artists of the world, together with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) is jointly organising a fortnight-long (February 23 - March 09) international art exhibition titled Celebrating Mother Language in the Light of Art at the National Art Gallery

My aim as a cover artist is to reflect the mood and tone of the book, keeping the title and text in mind. Readers should be able to understand how the cover complements the text once they have finished reading the book.

With a noteworthy singing career of seven national and international awards, Kamal Ahmed also holds the important position of Director of Programme at Bangladesh Betar, a cultural pillar of the country. Finding his comfort zone in Rabindra Sangeet, the ever-passionate musician keeps expanding his repertoire. He has16 versatile albums of different genres to his credit. The artiste talks to The Daily Star about his latest albums, musical philosophy, and more.

Shafin Ahmed, lead singer and bassist of Bangladeshi rock band Miles, was recently admitted to Apollo Hospital for cardiovascular issues due to exhaustion.

Mahatab Rashid began doodling in notebooks and on walls from a young age. He joined Akantis, a community of illustrators in Bangladesh who aim to develop their visual literacy, in 2014.

Music lovers in Dhaka are set to witness a brilliant performance by SHAKTI, a renowned fusion band which combines elements of traditional Indian music with elements of jazz.

Scholastica, one of Bangladesh's leading educational institutions, is set to host a two-day long theatre festival, on the occasion of International Mother Language Day, at their premises in Uttara, from February 21-22.

National award-winning actor Nusrat Imrose Tisha, who has won the hearts of millions with her remarkable performances both on television and the silver screen, celebrates her birthday today.

One of the most popular pop singers in Bangladesh during the 80s-90s, Sabah Tani had a unique combination of good looks, natural charm and a colorful presentation. She had a huge following during her time, especially from the youth who looked up to her as a pop idol. Kono Boishakhi Rathe Jodi and Kichukkhon are two of her most timeless tracks, and are still remembered by classic pop fans today. Today marks a year of her untimely death.

As part of our regular musical programmes, Star Melodies, an initiative of The Daily Star to promote Bangla music, will host a special musical evening titled, 'Falgun-er Rongey Aanka Bhaasha O Bhalobashar Gaan' (songs of language and love portrayed through the colours of spring).

A musical evening titled, 'Son Ar Mein Consort Vers Les Indes Baroqueson', was held at the National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy recently.