Ferdousi Priyabhashini's legacy of artistic garden at Shilpangan

Contemporary art gallery Shilpangan is hosting an art exhibition titled, The Gardener's Gift, on the occasion of the eminent sculptor and freedom fighter Ferdousi Priyabhashini's 72nd birth anniversary (February 19) at its premises in Lalmatia, Dhaka.
24 February 2019

Remembering Talat Mahmood on his birthday

Talat Mahmood, as a singer, had a special gift being endowed with what is called a melodious voice, or makhmali awaz in his native Urdu.
23 February 2019

'Moving' film exhibition by Padatik Natya Sangsad

Padatik Natya Sangsad celebrated International Mother Language Day with a 'moving' exhibition of documentary film, Mother Tongue.
23 February 2019

Portrait of a Cover Artist - Shalim Hossain Saju

A graduate student from the Faculty of Fine Art, University of Rajshahi, Shalim Hossain Saju had a keen interest in the field of arts since his youth. His unique talent lies in his prowess to portray creativity in a simple yet elegant manner.
23 February 2019

Creating the Durjoy collectible toy

Liveaxis, a studio based in Bangladesh, specialises in toy-making, prototyping, brand concept development, make-up effects, custom digital jewelry, board game illustrations and collectible concept art among other areas.
23 February 2019

'Musicality in Wood' at Gallery Cosmos: Villa de Anjuman

Gallery Cosmos is currently hosting a group exhibition featuring works of woodblock printmakers titled, Musicality in Wood, at New DOHS, Mohakhali, Dhaka.
22 February 2019

Abdul Kuddus Boyati in need of help

Renowned folk singer Kuddus Boyati became seriously ill due to issues of oesophagus, and was hospitalised on Sunday at the National
22 February 2019

Portrait of a Cover Artist - Sabyasachi Chakma

Sabyasachi Chakma, a student of Veterinary Medicine from Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University, has always been passionate about drawing cartoons and illustrations.
22 February 2019

Films based on the Father of the Nation

Former Commerce Minister Tofail Ahmed was the chief guest at the premiere and Law Minister Anisul Huq was the special guest.
22 February 2019

'Shorbonamer Pakhira' on its maiden flight

In a festive atmosphere, band Shorbonamlaunched their first album, titled Shorbonamer Pakhira at Bakultola of Faculty of Fine Art, University of Dhaka on February 15. The band also released the songs of the album on their Youtube channel on the same day.
22 February 2019

Two books by Shamim Ara Smrity released

Young and multi-talented writer Shamim Ara Smrity has published two books in this year's Ekushey Boi Mela,
21 February 2019

Maheen Khan speaks about TRESemmé Bangladesh Fashion Week 2019

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.
21 February 2019

Press conference of Bangabandhu Shobdoti Amader at BSA

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).
21 February 2019

Shahidul Alam Sachchu reflects on Obhinoy Shilpi Shongho

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.
21 February 2019

Portrait of a Cover Artist - Kheya Mezba Shormi

Cover artists across the country become extremely busy during the month of February, and Kheya Mezba Shormi is no different.
21 February 2019

International Art Exhibition opens tomorrow at Shilpakala Academy

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
21 February 2019

Remembering composer Ali Akbar Rupu

Today marks the first death anniversary of the renowned music composer Ali Akbar Rupu. He made numerous contributions to the
21 February 2019

Lal – an ode to the moon and menstrual cycle

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.
21 February 2019

Minar talks about his first book

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.
21 February 2019

Shah Alam Shazu's 'Monphoring' hops on as a youth favourite

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.
21 February 2019