This year’s election has also been overshadowed by controversy over newly enrolled members.

Dhallywood megastar Shakib Khan is set to headline a new film under the banner of Real Energy Production. The actor officially signed on to the project on Thursday (July 2) evening, marking another collaboration with the team behind the film “Borbaad”.

Bangladeshi-born international music producer and DJ Sanjoy, alongside Bollywood star Nora Fatehi, delivered a high-energy performance on the “Third Hour” segment of NBC’s popular daytime programme ‘Today Show’, drawing global attention.

Now, with Emma Stone’s fourth consecutive collaboration with Yorgos Lanthimos in the upcoming “Bugonia”, the pattern of enduring director–actor partnerships remain a defining feature of cinema.

The episode was first recorded in 2016 at the Horticulture Centre in Chapainawabganj. Alongside the district's scenic mango orchards, it explores the region's history, cultural heritage, the ancient Varendra region, archaeological remains from the Bengal Sultanate, and the famed mangoes for which the district is known.

Music has always been more than performance for Arzeen Kamal. Through his work, the Los Angeles-based Bangladeshi singer-songwriter and lyricist has sought to bring Bengali musical traditions into conversation with indie pop, folk, and electronic sounds. Long before he began experimenting with genres and production, however, his earliest understanding and appreciation of performance came from a home where songs were part of everyday life.

The commercial concludes with Spider-Man swinging through a skyline of towering buildings while carrying Messi across the city, showcasing the immersive possibilities of the ScreenX format.

After months of delay, filming for Apu Biswas’ upcoming project “Shikar” is finally set to begin this month. Initially announced earlier this year as a web film, the project has now been reworked into a full-length feature destined for theatrical release.

Former model and actor Adil Hossain Noble has once again expressed his deep love for football and his hopes for the future of the sport in Bangladesh during the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

Following the success of “Borbaad”, director Mehedi Hasan Hridoy is now set to venture into the world of web films. The project has been tentatively titled “Tutuler Taka”, although sources close to the production say the title may change before its release.

Nitesh Tiwari's mythological epic "Ramayana Part 1" has been named the most anticipated Indian film of the second half of 2026, topping IMDb's list of most anticipated Indian movies scheduled for release between July and December.

The special programming offers audiences a fitting tribute to an artiste whose songs have become an enduring part of Bangladesh’s cultural heritage.

Modern romances are filled with unread messages, ghosting, dating apps, almost-relationships, emotional unavailability, and the dreaded question: “What are we?”

Through workshops, vinyl sets, live performances, and audio-reactive visuals, the event pushed electronic music beyond its niche into a broader cultural conversation.

As Jaya Ahsan marks her birthday on July 1, filmmaker Gias Uddin Selim remembers an actor whose dedication and discipline stood out long before she became an award-winning star across Bangladesh and India.

Artist Masudur Rahman is marking the 104th birth anniversary of Shilpaguru Safiuddin Ahmed with his fourth solo exhibition, “Ontore Ontorikkhe”, currently under way at Safiuddin Shilpalay.

Rinsch, 48, best known for directing “47 Ronin”, was found guilty of federal fraud and money laundering after prosecutors proved he diverted production funds to personal investments and luxury purchases instead of completing the project.

Bangladeshi viewers will soon be able to watch the acclaimed Turkish historical series “Kudüs Fatihi Selahaddin Eyyubi” in Bangla. The dubbed version, titled “Sultan Salahuddin Ayyubi”, will premiere on August 2 through a joint initiative by Nagorik TV and Bongo.

Campaigning by two panels is in full swing at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) ahead of the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association election for the 2026–28 term.

Following its screening at the 48th Moscow International Film Festival, Bangladeshi feature film “King: In the Land of the Princess” is now set to travel to Russia’s 22nd Kazan International Film Festival, scheduled to take place from September 4 to 8. The film is directed by Asif Islam.