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‘I want to add something meaningful to my life’: Mithila on joining Columbia

2 October 2026
Now, Mithila has embarked on a new chapter in her life — one that is not only significant for her personally but also a source of pride for Bangladesh. Her latest achievement has drawn warm wishes from fellow artistes and colleagues across the country's showbiz community.
2 October 2026
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Amin Khan looks back on 33 years in Dhakai cinema

2 October 2026
A young Amin Khan stepped onto a film set for the first time on December 24,1992. He arrived at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (FDC) in a baby taxi, carrying little more than courage, confidence, and the hope of making it in cinema.
2 October 2026
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‘Acting lets me live many lives’

1 October 2026
His upcoming film “Khalnayak”, directed by Vicky Zahed, was shot in Kolkata. Dinar says the film has elements that he believes will keep audiences curious.
1 October 2026
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A thespian with an unkown language: Mamunur Rashid directs challenging Nepalese project

28 September 2026
For Mamunur Rashid, an artiste whose career has been defined by experimentation, "Aayo Gorkhali" appears to be another unfamiliar stage — one that he has willingly stepped onto.
28 September 2026
Here’s to the evergreen Moushumi

She wanted to soar the skies as an air hostess, but became an actress instead

28 September 2026
Speaking to The Daily Star from the United States, where she has been living for several years, Moushumi recalled how modelling led to film offers and eventually to her debut in “Keyamat Theke Keyamat” in 1993.
28 September 2026
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He used to call me Mrinal: Golam Farida Chhonda on Mustafa Monwar

27 September 2026
For Chhonda, however, the greatest legacy of “Strir Potro” was what she learned from Mustafa Monwar.
27 September 2026
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Suchanda’s six decades of cinematic brilliance

19 September 2026
As Suchanda celebrates her birthday today (September 19), let us look back on a remarkable six-decade journey in Dhaka cinema. One of the most renowned faces of the golden era of Bangladeshi cinema, she made her big-screen debut 60 years ago with "Kagojer Nouka", directed by Subhash Dutta, marking the beginning of a career that would establish her as one of the leading actresses of her generation.
19 September 2026
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Oishee ‘Soldiers’ on towards new dimension

19 September 2026
Jannatul Ferdous Oishee has already made a name for herself in the entertainment industry through modelling and acting. She began her journey in showbiz through a beauty pageant and went on to make her film debut with “Mission Extreme”. Her most recent release was “Noor”.
19 September 2026
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No one like Mosharraf Karim can be born in this country: Chanchal Chowdhury

For more than two decades, Chanchal Chowdhury and Mosharraf Karim have shared a journey shaped by theatre, struggle, friendship, and an unwavering love for acting.
7 May 2026
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Afzal Hossain discusses recent project, tribute to Ferdousi Majumdar

Afzal Hossain revealed that the project was initiated by him as a tribute. “I proposed making this telefilm to honour Ferdousi Majumdar. I felt she deserved such recognition. After completing the project, it feels like our wish has been fulfilled.”
7 May 2026
Audience’s response to ‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’ surprised me: Monira Mithu

Audience response to ‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’ surprised me: Monira Mithu

Monira Mithu’s portrayal of a mother in the drama has moved millions to tears and earned her widespread acclaim.
6 May 2026
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People still call me ‘Ammajan’: Shabnam

A native of Old Dhaka, Shabnam occasionally revisits her roots. “I still have many relatives there, so I go from time to time. It brings back so many memories. In those days, there were horse carriages—we used to ride around in them.”
5 May 2026
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‘The audience has given me so much’

In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, Apurba reflected on his journey, speaking candidly about his career, collaborators, and the relationships that have shaped him as an artiste.
4 May 2026
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Gazi Rakayet’s ‘Manushtike Dekho’ explores resilience and inner strength

He also mentioned the involvement of Valerie Taylor in the film. “I can’t say enough about her. She is a person with a truly generous heart. I have never seen Mother Teresa, but I have seen Valerie Taylor,” he remarked.
1 May 2026
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This honour belongs to the people: Runa Laila

Legendary singer Runa Laila, one of the subcontinent’s most celebrated voices, continues to command admiration across generations. With a career that has taken Bangla music to international audiences, she remains an enduring cultural figure for Bangladesh.
1 May 2026
People call me Mehreen now: Keya Payel

People call me Mehreen now: Keya Payel

Directed by Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz, “Eta Amaderi Golpo” is currently one of the most talked-about serials, featuring an ensemble cast, including Keya Payel.
29 April 2026
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‘We trust and respect each other, our love never faded’

Veteran actors Wahida Mollick Jolly and Rahmat Ali reflect on three decades of marriage, arguing that trust, restraint and honesty and not only romance—have sustained their partnership.
27 April 2026
Chanchal Chowdhury’s ‘Shekor’ and ‘Azadi’ set for India release

Chanchal Chowdhury’s ‘Shekor’ and ‘Azadi’ set for India release

Beyond Bangladesh, he has also made a mark in Indian Bengali cinema. Continuing that journey, he has now completed shooting two Kolkata productions, both of which are awaiting release.
26 April 2026
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Bangladeshi film industry grapples with growing Eid dependence

As the industry grapples with shrinking infrastructure and financial uncertainty, one message comes through clearly from its leading voices: the future of Bangladeshi cinema depends not on seasonal peaks, but on sustained, year-round storytelling.
25 April 2026
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Showbiz stars reflect on The Daily Star at 35

As The Daily Star celebrates 35 years, these voices from the creative community underline a shared sentiment—of trust, expectation, and a desire to see the publication continue championing culture, truth, and the stories that matter.
25 April 2026
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Audiences saw their own lives in ‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’: Mostafa Kamal Raz

To be honest, the drama will conclude next month. For all of us who have been part of this journey, working together for so long, it had begun to feel like a family. That is why the ending feels quite emotional.
21 April 2026
Rozina returns to direction with ‘Ekhoni Shomoy’ after long hiatus

Rozina returns to direction with ‘Ekhoni Shomoy’

longside delivering numerous commercially successful films, she has also directed television dramas and films over the years.
21 April 2026
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‘Every age has its own beauty’: Tauquir Ahmed on turning 60

He also recalled that Tanvir Mokammel once told him “Naiori” could have been a film, but since it aired on television, it did not receive the recognition it deserved. “The structure of our industry has, in many ways, limited us. More work could have been done, but quality is always a consideration,” he added.
20 April 2026
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Director Matia Banu Shuku battles cancer, family seeks government support

Notably, some of Matia Banu Shuku’s well-known television serials include “Gollachhut”, “To-Let”, and “Ekta Kinle Arekta Free”. She is also the daughter of Language Movement veteran Abdul Matin.
20 April 2026
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A stalwart’s sixty: Tauquir Ahmed celebrated by cultural personalities

At sixty, Tauquir Ahmed stands at a point where a life in the arts begins to take on its full shape. Today (April 19), at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, colleagues gathered to take stock of a career that has moved steadily across theatre, television, and film.
19 April 2026
Directors reflect on fading trend of family dramas

Directors reflect on fading trend of family dramas

Despite the decline, directors agree that audience demand for strong storytelling remains.
18 April 2026
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A film is the outcome of everyone's collective effort: Tanim Noor

I give credit to everyone who was with me during the making, including the artistes, scriptwriters, cinematographers, and the entire team who gave 100% of their labour and love.
16 April 2026
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Stars relive the joys of childhood Pahela Baishakh

For Bengalis, Pahela Baishakh is more than just the first day of the year—it is a feeling, a rhythm of life that returns with colour, music, and the promise of renewal. Long before city processions and curated celebrations, the day lived in simpler, more intimate moments—village fairs, homemade delicacies, and shared joy.
14 April 2026

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