Ranveer appeals for sensitivity on International Day of Sign Languages

Bollywood’s livewire star Ranveer Singh, who has been constantly working towards raising the issues faced by the deaf community, has appealed to the youth to create an inclusive space for the deaf community on International Day of Sign Languages 2021.
24 September 2021, 04:44 AM

You can be a part of Nuhash Humayun's ‘Moving Bangladesh’

Talented director Nuhash Humayun is searching for fresh new faces for his upcoming debut feature film "Moving Bangladesh".
24 September 2021, 04:43 AM

Depp says ‘no one safe’ from cancel culture before receiving lifetime award

Nobody is safe from so-called "cancel culture," movie star Johnny Depp said on Wednesday at the San Sebastian Film Festival where he was due to receive the event's top award for his nearly 40-year career on screen.
23 September 2021, 15:51 PM

Country’s first animated film ‘Mujib Amar Pita’ to release on October 1

Bangladesh’s first animated film “Mujib Amar Pita” was announced amidst much enthusiasm. Based on the book, “Sheikh Mujib Amar Pita”, dedicated to the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and authored by the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the full-fledged 2D film is directed by Sohel Mohammad Rana.
23 September 2021, 11:16 AM

Five-day cultural programme on Bangladesh’s Liberation War to be held in Kolkata

A cultural event showcasing the relationship between India and Bangladesh during the latter’s Liberation War in 1971 will be organised by the Indian Army’s Eastern Command in Kolkata from September 26 to 29.
23 September 2021, 10:55 AM

Puja Chery opens up about pairing up with Shakib Khan

Rumours about Puja Cherry and Shakib Khan pairing up for the government-granted film, “Golui”, directed by S A Haque Olike, were circulating for a while. Now, the “Poraman 2” actress has confirmed the news.
23 September 2021, 10:22 AM

Acting is impossible without dedication: Fazlur Rahman Babu

National Film Awardee Fazlur Rahman Babu has been a popular name on the silver screen and television for decades. Half a dozen of his movies are currently awaiting release. Recently, the actor spoke to The Daily Star about his upcoming projects, and more.
23 September 2021, 08:49 AM

Viewer wins case against Shah Rukh Khan’s 'Fan'

Every now and then, certain Bollywood songs are not completely featured in their films, as they are shown during promotions. One such song was “Jabra Fan” from Shah Rukh Khan’s 2016 movie, “Fan”. Recently, a woman in India named Afreen Fatima Zaidi – who is a teacher by profession – filed a complaint against Yash Raj Films, the production banner behind the film.
23 September 2021, 07:43 AM

Two-day art camp on PM Hasina begins at BSA

To mark the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, a special two-day art camp was inaugurated at the National Art Gallery plaza of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) Wednesday.
23 September 2021, 07:39 AM

Britney Spears' attorney proposes that her conservatorship end this fall

An attorney for Britney Spears on Wednesday asked a Los Angeles judge to terminate the 13-year-old conservatorship that oversees her personal life and finances by the fall.
23 September 2021, 07:28 AM

Lawyers approach court against Javed Akhtar for comparing RSS with Taliban

Renowned Indian lyricist Javed Akhtar has stirred up trouble after comparing RSS, the Indian right-wing organisation, to the Taliban.
23 September 2021, 07:21 AM

Afzal Hossain returns to theatre with ‘Pendulum’

Afzal Hossain is one of the most celebrated actors in the industry. Throughout the golden period of television, the multifaceted actor garnered widespread appreciation and popularity for his diverse and memorable characters.
23 September 2021, 06:06 AM

Bassbaba Sumon’s new single, ‘Boyosh Holo Amar’ releases today

Renowned bassist and frontman of rock band Aurthohin Saidus Salehin Khaled Sumon— known better among his fans by his stage name Bassbaba Sumon — is set to release his new single, “Boyosh Holo Amar”, in collaboration with fingerstyle guitarist Mahaan Fahim, today.
23 September 2021, 05:42 AM

18 Bangladeshi film organisations discuss forming Film Federation

18 Bangladeshi film organisations had a meeting at Bangladesh Film Directors Association in BFDC to discuss the formation of Film Federation for the development of the film industry.
22 September 2021, 11:59 AM

‘A New Testament of Romeo and Juliet’ to be staged at BSA

The play, “A New Testament of Romeo and Juliet”, produced by the theatre troupe, Empty Space, will be staged at National Theatre Hall, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) today. The story is written Saymon Zakaria, with a critical lens towards William Shakespeare's "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet".
22 September 2021, 11:10 AM

Habib Wahid returns to playback for ‘Golui'

Popular singer and music director Habib Wahid will lend his voice in a film, after a noticeable absence. He lent his voice to the title track of the government granted film, “Golui”. The song is a duet, in which singer Jerin will receive the opportunity to sing with Habib.
22 September 2021, 11:10 AM

Daniel Craig asks, ‘why should a woman play James Bond?’

Hollywood star Daniel Craig recently weighed in on the female-James Bond debate. The actor questioned the need for the change up.
22 September 2021, 10:04 AM

Vistula 1st Polish Film-Festival Bangladesh begins virtually today

A five-day film festival titled ‘Vistula 1st Polish Film Festival’ will be held for the first time in Bangladesh. The festival will be organized by WSPIERAM Foundation in association with the International Academy of Film and Media (IAFM).
22 September 2021, 08:55 AM

Jaya Ahsan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s web series allegedly distorts history of Naxalite Movement

It was recently announced that renowned Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan will share the screen with eminent Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui in Sayantan Mukherjee's upcoming web series. The plot of the web series is based on the 1967 Naxalbari uprising, which was led by the Indian revolutionary leader, Charu Majumdar. The web series is based on the book, “Shada Ami Kalo Ami” by former police officer Runu Guha Niyogi.
22 September 2021, 07:07 AM

'Sex and the City' actor Willie Garson passes away at 57

“Sex and the City” actor Willie Garson who played the role of Carrie Bradshaw’s beloved bestie Stanford Blatch has passed away at the age of 57.
22 September 2021, 04:20 AM