The enchanting tale of "The Boy and the Heron", an Oscar-winning animated masterpiece from the renowned Studio Ghibli, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide as it prepares to make its debut on Netflix. Originally titled "Kimitachi wa Dou Ikiru Ka," the film, crafted by the visionary Hayao Miyazaki, clinched the prestigious Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, solidifying its place as a cinematic gem. 

Sony Pictures Animation and Imageworks have collaborated with the Kevin Love Fund to digitally release an animated short film aimed at promoting mental health awareness. Titled "The Spider Within: A Spider-Verse Story", the short will be released on Sony Pictures Animation’s YouTube channel at 6am PT on March 27.

Rupanty Akid, who was last seen in the much talked about web-film “Kacher Manush Dure Thuiya”, has now made a notable mark in Bollywood with her role in the film "Hindi Bindi". Directed by Ali Sayed, the movie features Akid portraying a significant character, showcasing her acting prowess.

Prominent Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan has recently met with the Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) goodwill ambassador in Bangladesh.

In a bid to revive that nostalgia, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) arranged a variety of programmes, including discussions and puppetry shows marking World Puppetry Day on March 21.

Plays and movies taking on titles borrowed from popular songs and manuscripts is a rather common practice everywhere. One such example is Kabir Suman's song “Tomake Chai”. A special drama has been prepared based on this song, timed for release during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr. Although not directly related to the storyline, the official title, “Shesh Porjonto Tomake Chai”, is derived from the lyrics of Suman's song.

Banik, a 31-year-old star, is set to portray a special character in the film, adding to the anticipation surrounding her role.

In this era of globalisation, Bangla music and songs are making a significant mark on the global stage. Contributing to this continuous rise is the renowned vocalist, Shomoy Mahmud.

The "Living Room Session with Pavel Areen" has unveiled its rendition of the Nazrul Sangeet "Hey Namaji", performed by singer and music director Jahid Nirob. This soulful song was released on the "Living Room Session's" YouTube channel today, marking the third production curated by musician Pavel Areen for the first season of his musical project.

Sharing insights into her abusive first marriage and social media scrutiny, the actress recently openly revealed that she got married to Dr Hasan Azad out of love just as the first time.

A solo exhibition featuring the works of Patua Nazir Hossain is set to grace La Gallerie at the Alliance Française de Dhaka.

Bollywood power couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone are reveling in one of the most cherished chapters of their lives. The soon-to-be parents are basking in the joy of becoming parents for the first time.

In the wake of the blockbuster success of "Barbie", Margot Robbie is taking on another iconic intellectual property (IP). As initially reported by Jeff Sneider and subsequently confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, Robbie and her production company LuckyChap are currently pitching a movie based on the beloved video game franchise "The Sims" to various Hollywood studios.

In the vast landscape of television series, few manage to capture the complexity of human relationships and the struggles of everyday life quite like "Shrinking". With a star-studded cast led by Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, this Apple TV+ comedy drama dives deep into the intricacies of therapy, grief, and redemption, offering viewers a refreshing take on the mid-life crisis narrative.

On the day, followed by a discussion on Marcel Marceau's life, work, and the significance of the day, theatre troupe Swapnadal’s "Macbeth" will be showcased at 7:30pm.

Disney is going to honour Miley Cyrus, Jamie Lee Curtis, Harrison Ford, James Cameron, and ten other notable figures from the entertainment industry as Disney Legends on August 11 at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, California.

In an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, the 47-year-old "She Wolf" singer shared how being a single mom and residing away from Barcelona has influenced her artistic journey.

In anticipation of the much-awaited return of “House of the Dragon” season 2, a fresh set of character posters has been revealed, hinting at what's to come in the “Game of Thrones” prequel. The posters drop just before the debut of the first trailer scheduled for today, March 21.

Blackpink has achieved a historic milestone by joining Spotify's prestigious Billions Club, an exclusive group that includes renowned pop icons such as Taylor Swift and Justin Timberlake. The popular K-pop girl group reached this milestone after their hit single "How You Like That", released in 2020, amassed over one billion streams on Spotify this week. With this accomplishment, Blackpink becomes the first and only K-pop girl group to achieve such a feat to date.

The final season of Netflix royal drama "The Crown" led nominations for the BAFTA Television Awards on Wednesday, with a scene from former footballer David Beckham's docuseries also up for a prize.