Guru Kalavati Devi is a vibrant Manipuri dancer, a diligent teacher, a vocalist and skilled pung player. Under her guidance several

Despite the scorching summer heat, music enthusiasts came pouring in to the gallery of Alliance Française de Dhaka to celebrate Fête de la Musique or World Music Day. Both solo artistes and groups performed in an open stage.

On the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of Manipuri Dance Guru Bipin Singh, five Manipuri dance schools with the support of

The Eid celebrations are yet to come to an end! The popular programme Krishoker Eid Anondo by Shykh Siraj, will be repeated tomorrow on Channel i at 10:15am.

Shakib Khan is considered one of the busiest actors of the Bangladeshi film industry today. With three global film releases this Eid, it is no surprise that he has been crowned as the “Dhaliwood King” by fans and critics alike. Further to this, his film 'Bhaijaan Elo Re' just released in Kolkata, West Bengal and in Northeast India's Assam.

Although she began her career on the small-screen, Bangladeshi actor Orin has been mesmerising her fans and admirers on the silver-screen, working in several films of Kolkata these days. Currently, she is working on Shortcut, a film directed by Subir Mondol and written by Nachiketa Chakraborty, alongside the likes of Parambrata Chatterjee and Apu Biswas.

On the occasion of World Music Day, which is celebrated on June 21, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy will organise a discussion and cultural programme. The ceremony will be inaugurated at 6 in the evening with the presence of artistes such as Timir Nondi and many more. A discussion by eminent artistes, including Mustafa Jaman Abbasi, Momtaz Begum, Andrew Kishore,

“New trends in music were there in the past, are relevant in the present and will continue in the future; some can accept the fact and some cannot. However, what I believe is that if you make music that is genuine and good, it will surpass time, regardless of the current trends, and will continue to win hearts.”

Eid special telefilm Portrait will go on air on NTV today at 2:20pm. The telefilm has been written by Rumman Rashid Khan and directed by Maksudur Rahman Bishal. The cast includes Purnima, Nirob, Emon, Saberi Alam, Siddique, Tasnia Farin and others.

Eminent photographer and activist Shahidul Alam, the founder of Drik and Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, will receive the distinguished Humanitarian Award to be distributed by The Lucie Awards, which is presented by the Lucie Foundation.

Today marks the 107th birth anniversary of renowned poet, Begum Sufia Kamal. An iconic figure in the women's rights movement in Bangladesh, Sufia Kamal's contributions to Bangladesh, its Liberation War and literature are unforgettable.

Chirkutt has long been one of Bangladesh's most prolific musical acts. The band has had their fair share of international success, and is set to rock London on July 1 in one of Europe's

Shahiduzzaman Selim is a celebrated name in the world of television, theatre and cinema. Known for his passion for acting and his versatile roles, Selim has captivated his fans and admirers for years. The two-time national award-winning actor is keeping quite busy and still has a lot to offer to the audience. He opens up about his dreams, his past accomplishments and more in a conversation with The Daily Star.

Being twins is in itself rare, but to then go on and achieve success together for amazing artistic prowess is remarkable. This is the case with cartoonists and twin brothers Humaun Kabir Manik and Kamruzzaman Ratan. In addition to being cartoon artists, the duo, who work under the name Manik N Ratan, are illustrators, animators and workshop facilitators.

Singing to himself, a rickshaw puller talks about the many alley ways he has to pass through while cycling his passengers to their destinations. The rickshaw puller remembers his beloved who is probably left behind at home, he remembers the love they felt for each other and how promises were broken. The video is very unlike the many we see nowadays springing up from the many platforms in Bangladesh. The graphical representation showcases a rickshaw puller with big dreamy eyes cycling through the many 'oli-golis', drowning his sorrow in work.

With her vibrant personality and outstanding performances, Porimoni has won the hearts of millions across the nation. In her five years as an actor, she has already done numerous films with Swapnajaal being one of them. Even today, Bangladeshi cinemagoers are full of praise for her work in that film.

National award-winning actor Zahid Hasan has been entertaining viewers with his remarkable performances both on the small and silver-screen for years. This festive season, he has been busy preparing for several different projects. He has directed two Eid special tele-fictions, and he will soon be seen in two films. The actor talks about his future projects, his directorial aspirations and more in a candid interview with The Daily Star.

Be sure to catch the special tele-fiction which is written and directed by Ashfaque Nipun and is set to be aired on NTV at 8:05pm today. The cast comprises of Nusrat Imroz Tisha, Irfan Sazzad, Sumon Patwari, Abir Mirza, Mili Bashar, Masum Bashar and more.

The evil wizard Gargamel chases the smurfs out of their village, as they are forced through a portal, out of their world, landing in the middle of New York city's Central Park. Stuck in New York, the smurfs must now find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.

This Chaand Raat brings excellent news for fans of Habib Wahid, as the celebrated composer will drop his latest music video,