‘Jinn 3’ slated for OTT release this week

The horror film “Jinn 3”, starring Abdur Noor Sajal and Nusrat Faria, is all set for its digital premiere, following its theatrical release last Eid-ul-Fitr. According to streaming platform iScreen, the movie will be available for streaming starting July 8.
6 July 2025, 05:51 AM

Ferdous Wahid to return to direction with detective series

Legendary pop singer Ferdous Wahid is making a comeback to the director’s chair with an upcoming television series titled “Secret File”, alongside marking his return to the screen after a lengthy hiatus.
6 July 2025, 05:32 AM

Ozzy and Sabbath delight fans in emotional farewell gig

Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath thrilled tens of thousands of fans in an emotional farewell gig in Birmingham on Saturday following a day packed with tribute sets from a star-studded lineup.
6 July 2025, 04:53 AM

Tanjin Tisha slams ‘child’ rumours in sarcastic Facebook post

Popular Bangladeshi actress and model Tanjin Tisha took to Facebook recently to slam online portals that have been spreading false news about her personal life, particularly involving children she refers to as her nieces and nephews.
5 July 2025, 15:33 PM

Designing change: Nabila’s mission to disrupt the narrative

From drawing the perfect whale at age of five to becoming the first Bangladeshi woman in advertising to attend the prestigious Cannes Lions, Nabila’s journey has been defined by grit and determination.
5 July 2025, 15:10 PM

‘The Moments’: Bewitching the soul and mind

Bhumi Gallery in Lalmatia unveiled Mahmudur Rahman Dipon’s third solo visual art exhibition, “The Moments”, on a cloudy summer evening, July 4, 2025. The inauguration welcomed eminent artist and Professor Emeritus Rafiqun Nabi as the chief guest. Renowned Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan graced the event as the special guest, bringing all her starlight. The event marked a celebration of Dipon’s evolving creative journey, featuring an array of compelling works across different media.
5 July 2025, 10:50 AM

Bangladeshi-origin Mahdeea Eshal makes solo debut

“My parents have been my strongest supporters and a constant source of inspiration. Since the release of ‘Lal Neel Bhalobasha’, I’ve received an overwhelming response, which has motivated me to create more original music. Wherever there are listeners of Bengali music, I dream of my voice reaching them.”
5 July 2025, 10:24 AM

‘The Cage’ refreshes music scene as RockSalt crowned inaugural winners

As the stage lights blazed and distortion pedals roared, the grand finale of “The Cage” unfolded in Dhaka last night, drawing the curtain on Bangladesh’s boldest rock music reality show yet. With The Daily Star as co-sponsor, the event brought together raw talent and a passionate audience from across the city, all eager to witness the conclusion of a show that has helped revive interest in the country’s emerging rock scene.
5 July 2025, 08:16 AM

July uprising documentary ‘Shrabon Bidroho’ to premiere on Monday

The premiere show of the documentary "Shrabon Bidroho", based on the mass uprising of July-August, will be held at the main auditorium of the Bangladesh National Museum in Shahbagh, Dhaka, on July 7 at 6:30pm.
5 July 2025, 07:24 AM

Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne gear up for their last show

Tens of thousands of fans will rock out in Birmingham on Saturday as Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath reunite for what they have said will be their last live performance together.
5 July 2025, 06:14 AM

‘Fantastic Four’ actor Julian McMahon passes away at 56

Australian actor Julian McMahon, best known for his portrayal of Dr Doom in Marvel’s "Fantastic Four" franchise, has passed away at the age of 56. According to Deadline, the actor died in Florida following a battle with cancer.
5 July 2025, 04:53 AM

‘Anyadin…’ set for seven-day theatrical run from July 11

After being held up at the Certification Board for nearly two years, “Anyadin…” is finally set for theatrical release. In a press statement issued yesterday, director Kamar Ahmad Simon announced that the film will be released on July 11, dedicating the month to its journey. The film is produced by Sara Afreen.
5 July 2025, 04:31 AM

RockSalt wins ‘The Cage’ grand finale

After months of fierce competition, RockSalt was crowned the winner at the grand finale of “The Cage”, Bangladesh’s rock music reality show, held last night in Dhaka.
4 July 2025, 18:24 PM

Puja cruises to fame

After securing a spot in the top 10 of “Lux Superstar” in 2018, Puja Agnes Cruze chose patience over haste when it came to making her silver screen debut. Now, years later, her moment finally arrived with “Esha Murder”, where she plays the titular role, a role that not only marks her cinematic breakthrough but also fulfills a dream she has cherished since childhood.
4 July 2025, 18:02 PM

Afran Nisho presents special bulletin on news channel

The actor, known more for his intense screen presence and unforgettable roles than for newsroom appearances, casually took a seat at the news desk and began reading the weather forecast in a manner as if he'd done it a hundred times before.
4 July 2025, 11:10 AM

Emon Saha makes directorial debut with ‘Silence: A Musical Journey’

The story follows a young woman from a rural Baul family who leaves her village behind and moves to the city in search of her voice—both literally and metaphorically. Through her journey, the film traces the emotional and psychological landscapes of an artist confronting adversity, sacrifice, and the relentless pull of personal ambition.
4 July 2025, 06:59 AM

‘Invisible Stories’ brings puppet theatre to Shilpakala Academy

“Invisible Stories” was developed following more than three months of field research across Bangladesh, during which Cannac collected folk materials and inspiration from various regions, including the Sundarbans. The resulting performance is rooted in the form of body puppetry, in which both human actors and puppets share the stage, often blurring the line between the two.
4 July 2025, 06:28 AM

Jaya Ahsan’s film trailer gets a nod from Amitabh Bachchan

For the first time in her career, Jaya Ahsan steps into the role of a mother in “Dear Maa”, the latest film by acclaimed director Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury. Unveiled last evening, the trailer offers a poignant preview of the film’s intense exploration of a mother-daughter relationship.
4 July 2025, 06:06 AM

Shommo Joyti announces one-year break after 'Utshob' success

Actor Shommo Joyti, who recently earned widespread acclaim for his role in the film “Utshob”, has announced that he will be taking a year-long break from acting. The film, which was released during Eid, has received strong reception both in Bangladesh and abroad.
4 July 2025, 05:57 AM

Ranveer Singh joins Maddock Films’ expanding horror-comedy universe

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh has officially joined Maddock Films’ growing horror-comedy franchise, NDTV has confirmed. While the director for the upcoming project is yet to be finalised, the film is currently in development under the creative direction of Amar Kaushik, who has been instrumental in shaping the studio’s supernatural slate.
4 July 2025, 05:48 AM
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