Syeda Asma Akber is a self-taught painter, but this description hardly does justice to her creative talents. Her connection to art seems to have been established in her early years. As a painter, she explores non-figurative, mostly non-objective, and naturist themes. Asma’s work is deeply rooted in physiological experiments, incorporating elements of illusion and emotion. 

The comedy community is in mourning following the passing of Ewen MacIntosh, best known for his portrayal of the deadpan Keith in the hit series “The Office. MacIntosh”, who was 50 years old, reportedly passed away peacefully, as confirmed by his management company.

K-pop girl group Blackpink member Jisoo has revealed the establishment of her solo agency named Blissoo. As the 29-year-old singer takes this significant step in her career, she has also introduced the official website for her brand-new label. The announcement was shared on social media by Jisoo herself via Instagram on Wednesday, February 21.

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee feels like being cast in Netflix's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is both a dream come true and a great responsibility.

The Joy Bangla Concert, traditionally held in Dhaka since 2015, will take place at the MA Aziz Stadium in the port city of Chattogram on March 7 this year. This marks the first time the concert will be held outside Dhaka.

Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani tied the knot, sharing enchanting snapshots from their wedding celebrations in Goa. Rakul looked stunning in a pastel-shade lehenga, complemented by Jackky in a white sherwani.

The "Anti-Hero" singer scooped the award for the second year running.

Dr Azharul Islam Sheikh Chanchal, a Professor of the Department of Ceramics of the Faculty of Fine Art (FFA), University of Dhaka (DU), is showcasing an array of artworks in his third solo show titled “Mrittikanjali” at Zainul Gallery 1. Professor Emeritus Rafiqun Nabi along with renowned artists -- Mohammad Eunus, also the Chairman of Art Bangla Foundation, and Professor Nisar Hossain, also the dean of FFA, DU, -- graced the inaugural ceremony as distinguished guests on February 19. Prominent art critic and teacher Moinuddin Khaled has curated the exhibition.

An architectural exhibition titled "Learning from Puran Dhaka: Exploring the Future of Living Heritage" is currently underway at La Galerie of Alliance Française de Dhaka. Organised by a collaborative effort of architecture students from various prestigious universities and supported by distinguished dignitaries, the exhibition aims to shed light on the rich cultural heritage of Puran Dhaka and its significance in shaping the future urban landscape.

Director Sam Mendes is embarking on an ambitious project that will dive into the lives of each member of “The Beatles” through four separate feature films. The movies will intersect to narrate the extraordinary journey of the iconic band, leading up to their legendary breakup in 1970, according to a press release.

The festival will be held from February 29 February to March 7 in Bangalore, India. Showcasing over 200 films from all over the world in more than 15 sections.

Popular actress Mehazabien Chowdhury is one of those artistes’ of the country who has been able to conquer hearts with her versatile performances in a variety of content through television dramas, telefilms, OTT factions, web-films, and even YouTube. However, she is now all set to enthrall her audiences with her first full-length feature film to be released in the theatres soon.

The much-anticipated programme will introduce a new character, Ameera, who is a witty inquisitive 8-year-old girl with a passion for science and basketball. Ameera is also a person with a disability and will use a pair of crutches and a wheelchair whenever she is interacting with the group. She is everyone’s favourite comedian, and her great sense of humour serves her well as a natural leader who encourages others with her bright personality.

Idhika Paul is on a roll, having recently signed her third Bangladeshi film. She is all set to star opposite heartthrob Siam Ahmed in Tamim Rahman’s upcoming film, "Sikander".

Last year on April 22, amidst the celebrations of Eid-ul-Fitr, the film “Jinn” was released. Produced by Jaaz Multimedia, the supernatural thriller stars Abdun Noor Shajal and Puja Chery in lead roles. The film garnered significant attention for its eerie storyline.

The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Awards featured a star-studded lineup including Shah Rukh Khan, Rani Mukerji, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Nayanthara, amongst others, who graced the red carpet of the event.

The Language Movement of 1952 is the result of our country’s fight to identify as a liberated nation. The present-day economy and culture of Bangladesh are also a consequence of the independence that our predecessors strived for. Our language transcends its role as a mere communication tool; it stands as an integral component of our rich history. As Bangladesh commemorates International Mother Language Day, the reverberations of its diverse linguistic heritage resonate far beyond its borders, underscoring its enduring significance on a global scale.

As the world celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity on International Mother Language Day today (February 21) and the nation pays homage to Language Movement martyrs who made supreme sacrifices to establish the rights of Bangla as a language, The Daily Star brings its readers a compilation of some notable television shows that will be aired.

Today marks the birthday of the legendary actor. As we celebrate this day, the artiste graciously shared insights into his remarkable life's journey in an exclusive interview at his residence.

Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma have joyously welcomed the arrival of their second child, a baby boy named Akaay.