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Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman in Songwriters Hall of Fame
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Happy birthday: Hollywood honors Marilyn Monroe, 100 years on
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Meghan Markle eyes acting comeback with 'The Gentlemen'
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I found him similar to Uttam Kumar: Suchanda remembers Nayak Raj
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James receives special honour at Meril-Prothom Alo Awards
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Pratul Mukhopadhyay, a personification of Ekushey February’s spirit
20 February 2026
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Special programme at Shilpakala marks Farida Parveen’s birth anniversary
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AK Ratul laid to rest beside his father
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Star Cineplex to launch new branch in Uttara this Eid
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MUSINGS / The journey of 'Khwabnama' from a novel to a play
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Books & Literature
‘Nil Chhaya’ reconjures ghosts of Bengal’s Indigo Revolution
24 September 2022
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Books & Literature
Vicky Zahed’s star studded ‘Redrum’ to release this month
A month ago, Chorki unveiled the first look of Mehazabien’s debut web original which stirred curiosity amongst the audience.
8 February 2022
‘Gehraiyaan’ taught me not to judge people: Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone’s upcoming movie “Gehraiyaan” is one of the most anticipated releases of the year.
7 February 2022
Zayed Khan to remain General Secretary of Film Artistes’ Association?
The High Court yesterday stayed for a week the appellate board’s decision that cancelled the candidacy of Zayed Khan and declared Nipun as the newly-elected general secretary of the Film Artistes’ Association.
7 February 2022
Nazrul Islam Babu’s Ekushey Padak win
“Shob Kota Janala Khule Dao Na” and “Ekti Bangladesh Tumi Jagroto Jonotar”, these two timeless songs alone are enough to cement the late Nazrul Islam Babu in the annals of Bangladeshi history.
7 February 2022
‘Coke Studio Bangla’ officially launched
Celebrated musical franchise ‘Coke Studio’ has finally opened its doors to Bangladesh. ‘Coke Studio Bangla’ hosted a lavish opening ceremony at a 5-star hotel in the capital today.
7 February 2022
I only presided over Ilias Kanchan’s oath: Misha Sawdagar
The newly elected members of the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association took part in the oath-taking ceremony at BFDC yesterday. Recently disqualified general secretary elect Zayed Khan did not attend the programme. However, former President Misha Sawdagar was there to gracefully hand over his former position to Ilias Kanchan, at the ceremony.
Recently, Misha Sawdagar spoke to The Daily Star about the elections and more.
7 February 2022
An unparalleled career: Interesting facts about Lata Mangeshkar
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.
6 February 2022
The voice that inspired millions
Every year on my birthday, she would send me a sari: Runa Laila
6 February 2022
There will never be another Lata Mangeshkar
As celebrations of Saraswati Puja ended, the world incurred the irrevocable loss of the ‘Saraswati’ of music, the next morning.
6 February 2022
I will always regret not meeting her in person: Ferdausi Rahman
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.
6 February 2022
Every year on my birthday, she would send me a sari: Runa Laila
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.
6 February 2022
Revisiting 5 memorable songs of Lata Mangeshkar
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.
6 February 2022
Naseeruddin Shah starrer ‘Project Ommi’ hosting open auditions
Bangladesh’s first futuristic sci-fi film Project Ommi starring Naseeruddin Shah is looking for child
5 February 2022
Ranbir ‘best boyfriend ever’ for recreating ‘Gangubai’ pose: Alia Bhatt
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.
5 February 2022
Nushash Humayun’s ‘Moshari’ in 2022 SXSW Film Fest
Nuhash Humayun’s horror-short film ‘Moshari’ will have its World Premiere at the 2022 SSXW Film Festival in the USA.
5 February 2022
Arnob is my inspiration
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.
5 February 2022
'This win is for everyone who believed in me'
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.
5 February 2022
This judgement is illegal: Zayed Khan
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.
5 February 2022
Dr Muhammad Zafar Iqbal writes song for ‘Adventure of Sundarban’
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.
4 February 2022
Shafayet Mansoor Rana’s ‘Ke Kokhon Kibhabe’ to air on Valentine’s Day
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.
4 February 2022