Paul McCartney urged UK government to protect artists from AI exploitation

Legendary Beatles musician Paul McCartney has urged the British government to ensure upcoming copyright reforms protect artists from being exploited by artificial intelligence (AI). McCartney warned that AI could be used to "rip off" creatives if the proper legal protections aren’t put in place.
27 January 2025, 06:14 AM

Mosharraf Karim and Sariful Razz to lead Sanjoy Somadder's next film

This film will showcase Sariful Razz in a dynamic action role, while Mosharraf Karim is set to play a dark, villainous character. The project marks the return of production house Titas Kathachitra, which has been absent from filmmaking for several years.
27 January 2025, 05:59 AM

‘Squid Game’ sets weekly record with 4.9B minutes

“Squid Game” shattered records in 2024, becoming the most-watched series in a single week, with an astounding 4.9 billion minutes streamed from December 23 to December 29, according to Nielsen data.
27 January 2025, 05:54 AM

The truthful are courageous: Pori Moni

Several celebrities, including Ashfaque Nipun and Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed, took to social media to show their unwavering support for the actress.
27 January 2025, 05:24 AM

If I must go to jail for speaking out, so be it: Pori Moni

Actress Pori Moni was scheduled to attend an opening ceremony for a showroom in Tangail yesterday. However, the event was postponed due to resistance from local organisations, including Hefazat-e-Islam. The news came as a blow to the actress, who later expressed her frustration on social media.
26 January 2025, 14:08 PM

I'm a fan of Pritom’s work: Jaya Ahsan

The shooting of “Bagan Bilash” took place in Dhaka, specifically in the historic areas of Old Dhaka. Jaya remarked, "We filmed in Old Dhaka. The location added a lot of charm to the project."
26 January 2025, 13:51 PM

‘I’m grateful for all the love I’ve received’: Nadia marks 25 years in showbiz

Nadia Ahmed, who made a name for herself in the world of dance, modeling, and acting, has enchanted viewers through countless projects, carving a niche for herself in the hearts of many. As a dancer, her artistry has taken her across borders, allowing her to embrace diverse cultures and share her passion with the world.
26 January 2025, 13:31 PM

Sushama talks special role in the upcoming Polan Sarkar biopic

Actress Sushama Sarker, a household name on stage, television, and film, has completed shooting for her latest project, “Solte”. Following an extensive shoot in the scenic Bandarban, Sarkar is back in Dhaka, gearing up for the release of what promises to be one of the most impactful biopics of the year.
26 January 2025, 12:21 PM

Blackpink's Rosé makes history with Guinness World Record

Following the recent release of her solo album “Rosie”, it was revealed that she has become the first K-pop artiste to claim the top spot on Apple Music's Top 100 Global Chart.
26 January 2025, 08:08 AM

‘Wave-2’: Blurring the lines between paintings and photographs

The topographic beauty of Bangladesh owes a debt to its waterbodies. Being a delta embellished with rivers, natural canals, wetlands, lakes, swamps, ponds, and fountains that flow into the Bay of Bengal in the south, the beauty of our land knows no bounds. The spirit of water flows through the veins of Bangladeshi people and the survival of the entire nation revolves around the waterbodies. Thus, our way of life, livelihood, and pretty much everything is centred around water. These ever-familiar images of rural Bangladesh and its people are powerfully portrayed on artist Zannat Keya’s canvases.
26 January 2025, 07:04 AM

Pori Moni indicted; arrest warrant issued

The court passed the indictment order in her absentia
26 January 2025, 07:01 AM

Duronto TV to introduce three new cartoon series for Season 30

This new season will feature three fresh and exciting cartoon series— the drama-based preschool cartoon “Cleo and Cuquin”, the thrilling adventure series “Polinópolis”, and the comedy “PINY Institute of New York”.
26 January 2025, 06:23 AM

‘Ityadi’ episode filmed in Thakurgaon set to air on Friday

This episode features an exclusive interview with renowned politician Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, a native of Thakurgaon. The interview focuses on various lesser-known aspects of his life, and notably, the discussion remains entirely apolitical.
26 January 2025, 06:14 AM

Arijit Singh to receive Padma Shri award

One name that stands out the most is Bollywood’s leading musician, Arijit Singh, who will be conferred with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award.
26 January 2025, 04:29 AM

‘This responsibility falls on all of us’: Pori Moni opens up on programme cancellation

Pori Moni, a popular actress known for her engaging public appearances, faced unexpected challenges that prevented her from attending an event in Tangail today. Despite days of promotion on Facebook, where the actress announced her plans to inaugurate the Tin Market showroom near the Elenga bus stand, the event took an unexpected turn due to objections from the National Ulama Mashayekh Aimma Parishad and Hefazat-e-Islam’s Tangail and Kalihati branches.
25 January 2025, 17:42 PM

Living and breathing ‘Dhaka Dreams’ with Kaavish

The excitement had been building for weeks, and when Kaavish finally took the stage for “Dhaka Dreams” yesterday at Senaprangan, the atmosphere was nothing less than incredible. Blue Brick Communications, the organiser with a track record of successful events like "Dhaka Melancholy" featuring Indian singer Nachiketa Chakraborty and "Dhaka Retro" with James, found themselves navigating a challenging evening that tested the limits of concert organisation.
25 January 2025, 13:51 PM

Indigenous Artists’ Unity rallies against discrimination and textbook erasure

If Bangladesh is symbolised as a tree, then the Muslims, Hindus, Christians, Buddhists, and Indigenous peoples are its five leaves. Once a leaf is uprooted, the beauty of the tree is harmed — this was the heartfelt, pluralistic essence of the message conveyed during a cultural protest gathering organised by the Indigenous Artists' Unity yesterday.
25 January 2025, 13:01 PM

Warfaze continues to celebrate 40th anniversary with Austraila tour

Renowned rock-metal band Warfaze celebrated four decades of their musical journey on June 6 last year. To mark this milestone, the band embarked on a tour of the United States. Following their successful US tour, the band is now heading to Australia to celebrate their 40th anniversary. According to the band members, they will perform concerts in five states across Australia during this one-month-long tour.
25 January 2025, 08:37 AM

Artists and activists demand restoration of Panthakunja Park

They are both threatened by the construction of ramps for the Dhaka Elevated Expressway (DEE).
25 January 2025, 06:50 AM

Kangana goes viral after posing with on-screen ‘Bangabandhu’

Recently, Indian actor Rishi Kaushik, who portrayed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, shared behind-the-scenes photos of his transformation for the role.
25 January 2025, 05:43 AM
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