Popular actress Sumaiya Shimu is set to return to serial television after a prolonged absence, taking on a lead role in director Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz’s upcoming drama “Fire Ashar Golpo”.

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” has delivered the biggest opening weekend of the filmmaker’s career, grossing $264.1 million worldwide in its first three days in cinemas.

Popular Indian singer-songwriter Anjan Dutt has performed in Bangladesh several times over the years, drawing large crowds of admirers on each visit. Although the veteran musician will not be present this time, Bangladeshi audiences will celebrate his music at a tribute concert titled “Ekdin Brishtite Bikele…”, scheduled to take place on July 31 at Butternote Café in Banani.

BTS delivered a dazzling performance at the first-ever halftime show of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, drawing widespread acclaim from fans around the globe and adding yet another milestone to the group's remarkable international journey.

Tom Cruise made a surprise appearance during the pre-match ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where he spoke about football's unique power to bring people together. His remarks came ahead of the highly anticipated showdown between Spain and Argentina.

The gallery has been arranged with works on white plinths, biographical panels spread across the walls, and a long glass case containing garments and other belongings, which gives visitors a direct sense of the artist’s presence alongside the history of her practice.

Her contributions extended beyond acting. Kabori also ventured into filmmaking, making her directorial debut with “Ayna”. She later directed “Ei Tumi Shei Tumi”, for which she also wrote the story, screenplay and dialogue. Although the film remains unreleased, it stands as a testament to her creative ambitions beyond the screen.

"Not long afterwards, he left us forever," he said softly. "We never saw each other again. Whenever I think about that final meeting, it still hurts. I miss him deeply, and I continue to hold him in the highest respect."

When Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman shared their rendition of "Saanwariya Saanwariya" from the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer "Swades" on his Instagram Story, it was a moment that left musicians Sanzida Mahmood Nandita and Shuvendu Das Shuvo both stunned and deeply inspired.

He said he would often buy shing fish for Humayun Ahmed as well, never telling him in advance. "To be honest, there are so many memories centred around fish," he said with a smile. "On the anniversary of Sir's passing, all those moments come flooding back. Wherever he is, I pray he is at peace."

Thanking the cast and crew, the director credited their dedication for the film's growing international journey, saying their commitment has enabled “Master” to travel across the global festival circuit.

Rajeev has earned recognition for directing “Ali”, “Kache Asar Golpo”, “Bikal Belar Pakhi”,“Middle Class Sentiment” and so on.

The play centres on the final eight years of Hahnemann’s life, portraying his move from Germany to France, his life with his second wife, the evolution of homeopathy, and the controversies and legal persecution he faced for advocating a new medical philosophy.

Sanjoy Deb, who recently shared the stage with Bollywood star Nora Fatehi at the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony in Canada, has also performed at several World Cup fan festivals across the United States. His Dhaka appearance is part of the same tour.

The special programmes began with “Gan Diye Shuru” at 7:40 am. At 3:05 pm, Channel i will screen “Nondito Noroke”, the film directed by Humayun Ahmed and produced by Impress Telefilm.

Kabori remains one of the country's most beloved actresses, remembered not only for her remarkable performances but also for the grace and innocence that made her an enduring favourite across generations.

Ahead of Monday's showdown between Argentina and Spain, The Daily Star spoke to several celebrities about who they are backing and how they plan to spend football's biggest night.

“Mon Akash” is a contemporary Bangla song that explores themes of emotion, hope and personal reflection. The project marks another collaboration between Menon and Sahil, who have previously worked together on original Bangla music.

A resurfaced video of climate activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has reignited debate online after actor Aamir Khan recently said that neither he nor the makers of the 2009 blockbuster "3 Idiots" knew Wangchuk during the film's development.

Goswami, born in Netrakona in 1981, is a Bangladeshi visual artist, educator, curator and researcher. He studied drawing and painting at the Faculty of Fine Art, University of Dhaka, before completing a master’s degree in painting at Kala Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University in Santiniketan.