Many happy returns to the theatre powerhouse DR. ENAMUL HAQUE

Noted actor and theatre personality Dr. Enamul Haque is the founding president of Nagorik Nattyangon. His accolades include the
28 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Seven luminaries honoured with the Shilpakala Padak 2017

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) conferred the Shilpakala Padak 2017 to seven cultural luminaries in recognition of their
28 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Emilia Clarke dishes on her final moments in Game of Thrones

Emilia Clarke had some remarkable things to say about her final scenes in Game of Thrones. The last season of the HBO fantasy is slated for 2019.
28 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Architectural designs on display at AFD

A weeklong architectural exhibition titled Archiprix Bangladesh Exhibition 2018 by the Department of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) and Archiprix International has begun at La Galerie, Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD). The inaugural ceremony of the exhibition was held on May 25.
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Afroz Mustapha passes away

Prominent artiste and cultural worker for Bangladesh's movement for Liberation, Afroz Mustapha passed away yesterday at Apollo Hospital due to illness.
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Altered Carbon

Altered Carbon made a huge debut this year and had people asking for a second season days after the first one's release. It takes place in the future, where the rich can practically live forever by transferring their “souls” to other bodies, once the old one ages. However, the not-so-rich people are bound to mortality. These new rules of existence are fascinating, and so is the emotional fallout of the presence of eternal life. As with so many of the vampires
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Together after 19 years

When Purnima acted alongside National award-winning actor Raisul Islam Asad 19 years ago in Ebong Bhalobasha, she was still a newcomer. Fast forward to today, Purnima now rules over the hearts of
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Death anniversary of Shilpacharya

The country today observes the 42nd death anniversary of Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin. Born in Mymensingh, Abedin took great influence from the scenic banks of the Brahmaputra River throughout his career. He was a post-auratic painter.
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

History inscribed in art

Derived from the Greek words kallos (beauty) and graphein (to write), the art of Calligraphy is truly music to the eyes. The harmonious strokes of the letters unite to form a mesmerising piece of work – considered to be a major form of art, especially in the Middle East.
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Samia Athoi looks to shine

Channel i presents Lux Super Star's second runner-up, Samia Athoi, is going to star in an Eid telefilm this year. She has been shooting for the telefilm for the past two days.
27 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Journey of a painter and writer

Syed Iqbal is a renowned painter based in Dhaka, Bangladesh and Toronto, Canada. He is also a popular writer, who has 35 books to his credit in an illustrious four-decade career of writing novels, short stories and fiction.
26 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Films to look forward to

For movie lovers, summer is a time of great meals, often with huge casts and even larger special effects all fighting for their attention.
26 May 2018, 18:00 PM

An array of roles for Shajal

Every year during Eid, renowned actor Shajal is engaged heavily in his work, and this year is no different. With a long list up his sleeve, he is completely tied up with an intense shooting schedule every day.
26 May 2018, 18:00 PM

“One should never stop dreaming”

She is one of the most prominent singers in the industry at the moment. Her latest release 'O Hey Shyam' from the movie 'Poramon 2'
26 May 2018, 18:00 PM

PM to distribute National Film Award-2016 on July 8

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to hand over the National Film Awards-2016 through a gala function at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Dhaka on July 8.
26 May 2018, 12:26 PM

'Mohajoner Nao' sails to Bhutan

The Embassy of the People's Republic of Bangladesh in Bhutan brings a most popular theatre production of Bangladesh in Thimpu, named Mohajoner Nao (The Boat of Infinity). It is a significant initiative taken by
25 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Shilpakala's homage to Kazi Nazrul Islam

Marking the 119th birth anniversary of our National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy arranged a programme, featuring a discussion and a cultural event at its Music and Dance Centre auditorium. Professor Hosne Ara Joly of the Department of Bangla, from Jagannath University discussed the life and works of the poet, while Jahangir Hossain Chowdhury, BSA secretary, presided over the programme.
25 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Looking back with Mamunur Rashid

Noted thespian, director and playwright Mamunur Rashid also spearheads Aranyak Natyadal, one of the most popular theatre troupes in Bangladesh. For many in the industry, the veteran artiste is a role model and is credited to have helped many find their break in the showbiz world. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, the artiste reflects on his memories, past accomplishments and more.
25 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Oyndri - Born to Dance

Shomriddha Shams Oyndri was barely three years old when she began accompanying her mother to her sister's dance classes. Renowned dancer Shamim Ara Nipa was her sister's dance teacher, who, looking at Oyndri's enthusiasm at a very young age, told her mother that the girl had a knack for dancing.
25 May 2018, 18:00 PM

'The ABC Murders' Cast Announced

Agatha Christie fans are in for a delightful treat as her classic title The ABC Murders is headed for television. The ABC Murders is a joint venture production between Mammoth Screen and Agatha Christie Limited for BBC One.
25 May 2018, 18:00 PM