1. Lata Mangeshkar’s first recorded song was “Naachu Yaa Gade, Khelu Saari Mani Haus Bhaari” in 1942 for the Marathi movie, “Kiti Hasaal.” However, the song was removed from the film’s final cut.

Every year on my birthday, she would send me a sari: Runa Laila

As celebrations of Saraswati Puja ended, the world incurred the irrevocable loss of the ‘Saraswati’ of music, the next morning.

Ekushey Padak-winning singer Ferdausi Rahman shared her regrets for not being able to meet legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar in person. In conversation with The Daily Star, the singer spoke about her admiration for the maestro.

Much like the rest of the world, Bangladesh’s music industry was shocked by the demise of eminent singer Lata Mangeshkar. Celebrated singer Runa Laila wrote a description of her bonding with the legendary singer. Runa Laila first met Lata Mangeshkar in 1974, at a concert in Mumbai, where Lata Mangeshkar was the chief guest. It was Runa Laila’s first concert in India.

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar breathed her last today at the age of 92. The Nightingale of India was born on September 28, 1929. She began her singing career when she was 13.

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor are one of Bollywood’s most loved couple. The duo never fails to surprise their audiences with their cute photos and dotting posts for one another.

Nuhash Humayun’s horror-short film ‘Moshari’ will have its World Premiere at the 2022 SSXW Film Festival in the USA.

A mellifluous songstress from India, Madhubanti Bagchi is a rising star in both Tollywood and Bollywood. The popular singer, who started her career with “Ami Ar Amar Girlfriends” gave voice to numerous Bengali songs such as- “Kichchu Chaini Aami”, “Egiye De”, “Tomake Chai”, among others.

Bangladesh’s first futuristic sci-fi film Project Ommi starring Naseeruddin Shah is looking for child

The Appellate Board has disqualified Zayed Khan and elected Nipun as the new general secretary at the election for the Film Artistes Association. The newly elected committee will take the vow tomorrow (Sunday) afternoon. Nipun has shared her feelings with The Daily Star, after her triumph.

Zayed Khan has refused to accept the decision announced by the Appellate Division, which effectively terminated his candidacy and declared Nipun as the newly elected General Secretary, earlier today.

Government grant-winning film, “Adventure of Sundarban”, based on Dr Muhammad Zafar Iqbal’s novel “Ratuler Raat, Ratuler Din”, and directed by Abu Raihan Jewel, stars Pori Moni and Siam Ahmed in the lead roles.

Director Shafayet Mansoor Rana is coming up with short film series on the occasion of the Valentine’s Day. The series, titled “Ke Kokhon Kibhabe” includes three short films-- “Hot Patties” featuring Salman Mohammad Muqtadir and Sabila Nur, “Black Box” featuring Yash Rohan and Samira Khan Mahi, and “Oprokashito” featuring Irfan Sajjad and Tasnia Farin in the lead roles.

Prokash Chandro Saha, also known as P C Saha, is a prominent magician. His father, R P Saha, was a reputed illusionist who founded Jonaki Jadu Chakra in 1974. It is one of the oldest magic troupes licensed by the Bangladeshi government. PC Saha now runs the troupe.

A two-month-long exhibition, organised by Bangladeshi artist, researcher, and curator Dipa Mahbuba Yasmin will be held at Birmingham’s capital of culture, the Midlands Arts Center - also known as MAC, from February 5 to April 4.

Zakia Bari Mamo has carved a space for herself in the fields of television, and films, winning the National Film Award for her role in “Daruchini Dwip”(2007).

Jacqueline Fernandez and “365 Days” famed actor Michele Morrone are collaborating for a music video titled “Mud Mud Ke”.

Prithwi Raj’s last composition, Rabindro Sangeet song “Ekul Okul” was released yesterday.

Priyanka Chopra bagged another Hollywood project opposite Captain America star Anthony Mackie in assassin thriller movie, “Ending Things.”