“As wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles, our thoughts are with all those affected, especially families who have lost their homes or been displaced,” they wrote. They also shared that CBS, part of Paramount, is driving donations to the Red Cross, while a public service announcement will air across the network. KCAL, a local station, has already raised over £240,000 for relief. Paramount Pictures and CBS staff are also donating meals to first responders, while The Daily Show on Comedy Central is supporting the California Fire Foundation, and BET is covering the fires’ impact on Altadena’s historic Black community.

Once the attendees were let in, the hall was barely half-filled. Overlooking the big red curtains of the stage, a mother cat and kitten duo playfully wandered around the auditorium for an unscheduled and whimsical first act of the show. Who could have predicted that the hall full of audience would surge to the front, midway through the show, transforming the seated concert into a captivating celebration?

The 75th Berlin International Film Festival is set to begin in the second week of February. This year, Bangladeshi film critic Bidhan Rebeiro will serve as a jury member at the festival. He has been selected as a Fipresci jury member in the Panorama section of the festival.

The election to appoint new leadership for the Film Directors’ Association, initially scheduled for the end of last year, was postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. A new date was set for January 10, but voting did not take place on the day either. As a result, the leadership selection remains pending.

In response to the chaos that unfolded in Thakurgaon, Hanif Sanket took to Facebook to share a detailed statement addressing the incident.

The festival is set to kick off with the screening of the Chinese film “Moon Man” (directed by Zhang Chiyu), a 2022 science fiction comedy that follows the story of the "last human in the universe" stranded on the moon after an asteroid wipes out life on Earth. With a worldwide gross of over $460 million, "Moon Man" is a box-office sensation, and the opening screening promises to be an exciting start to the festival.

When NSU graduate Zarin Mahmood landed in Canada in 2017, she had left behind a life of relative certainty to enter the grind of a life far away. Discarding her desire to pursue business, which was her major in university, she jumped on the opportunity to complete a Master’s in Technology Innovation Management at Ottawa’s Carlton University.

The organisers believe that cultural events like this can create a powerful platform to mobilise communities and influence policymakers. "This assembly is not just about saving trees or a park—it’s about protecting the soul of Dhaka city,” said Layeka Bashir, one of the speakers at the event.

Co-written by Nuhash Humayun and Gultekin Khan, "Besura" offers a fresh perspective on psychological horror, steering clear of conventional ghost stories. Enhanced by the haunting musical score of Abhishek Bhattacharya and Pritom Hasan, the episode stands out for its atmospheric tension and outstanding performances, making it an unforgettable finale.

Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi was one of the tens of thousands displaced from their homes by the devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California.

“Niruddesh” premiered on January 9 at 3pm on the Gaanchill Drama & Cinema YouTube channel.

“Initially, ‘Bolechho’ was crafted with her in mind as a solo artiste. But when she suggested I join her in making it a duet, it felt like a dream come true. This invitation will remain one of the most treasured gifts of my career,” he said.

The storyline of “Makeup” is deeply intertwined with the world of cinema, he explained. “The film delves into the highs and lows of the film industry, shedding light on the lives of the people within it. It’s a story that reflects both the struggles and triumphs of those behind the glamorous world.”

Filming for the popular magazine show "Ityadi" was interrupted for a couple of hours last night at Rajbari village in Thakurgaon's Ranisankail upazila due to a huge crowd.

The musical programme “Music @Desk”, on Prothom Alo’s YouTube channel, is set to air its latest episode featuring budding musician Ahmed Hasan Sunny tonight at 9:00pm.

In post-colonial Bangla literature, the legendary dramatist, Natyacharya Selim Al Deen, a pioneer of modern Bangla theatre, is often credited with introducing a new dimension to the genre. He was also the visionary behind Bangladesh Gram Theatre.

Officer-in-charge of the airport's Immigration Police, Mostafa Nur-e-Bahar, confirmed that Nipun was prevented from boarding due to directives from intelligence bodies. "She left the airport of her own accord," he added. Nipun was scheduled to fly to London on Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG-201, which departed at 10:45 am without her.

The 23rd edition of the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) is set to commence tomorrow, January 11. The nine-day festival will run until January 19, featuring 220 feature and short films from 75 countries across 10 categories. Among them, 44 films from Bangladesh will be showcased.

This week, devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have displaced thousands of families, consuming homes, valuable possessions and priceless mementoes. Among the losses are significant pieces of Hollywood history, as several historic residences featured in iconic films and television shows face severe damage or complete destruction. One such property is the Altadena mansion, the award-winning Max comedy series “Hacks”.

Actor Musfiq Farhan unexpectedly fell ill last Friday night and was admitted to the hospital the same day. After six days of treatment, he was discharged and is now recovering at home, where he will continue his treatment for a few more days.