Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo’s "The Black Ball" (La Bola Negra), a sweeping queer epic spanning 85 years of Spanish history and inspired by an unfinished fragment by Federico García Lorca, premiered in competition at the Cannes Film Festival yesterday, earning a 16-minute standing ovation.

Arifin Shuvoo and Bidya Sinha Mim are set to reunite on the big screen after seven years with “Malik”, as the makers officially announced the film’s Eid ul Adha release by unveiling its first poster on Wednesday night.

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Dhallywood megastar Shakib Khan’s much-anticipated film “Rockstar” is gearing up for release this Eid ul Adha. Following the excitement surrounding its first teaser, the makers have now unveiled a second teaser that offers a deeper glimpse into the film’s story, emotions, and central relationships.

The highlight of the schedule is the television premiere of “Domm”, directed by Raihan Rafi, airing on Eid night at 9:00pm. The film stars Afran Nisho and Puja Chery in lead roles.

More than 14,000 industry professionals attended the Marché du Film this year, nearly 4 per cent more than last year, underlining Cannes’ continuing status as the world’s most influential marketplace for international cinema.

A new Bangladeshi film exploring the realities of university hall culture and student politics is gearing up for release this Eid-ul-Azha. Director Akash Haque recently unveiled the trailer for “The University of Chankharpul” and announced plans to bring the film to theatres during the festive season.

Fans of classic Bangla cinema will have the opportunity to watch “Tomake Chai” on the big screen free of charge later this month.

Directed by Nurul Alam Atique, the film received the award in the Best Feature Film on Social Issues category, adding another international recognition to Bangladeshi cinema.

The award was announced ahead of the poet’s 127th birth anniversary celebrations, scheduled to be held at Bangla Academy on May 23.

The Sindhusaros Recitation Festival 2026 was held on May 16 at the auditorium of Bishwo Shahitto Kendro under the theme, “Let Our Expression Be Artistic”. The event was organised by Sindhusaros Recitation Practice Centre, an organisation that has been working to promote refined cultural practices through both online and offline platforms.

Nirbaak, a Chattogram-based organisation dedicated to the art of mime, launched the inaugural issue of its publication series at the Lecture Hall of Theatre Institute Chattogram (TIC) on Wednesday (May 20).

Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek made his debut on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet on Wednesday with Ira Sachs' competition film about living with HIV/AIDS in 1980s New York City, "The Man I ‌Love."

The Department of Printmaking at the University of Dhaka inaugurated its Annual Art Exhibition 2025 on May 11 at the Osman Jamal Auditorium with an award-giving ceremony.

“Elephants in the Fog” serves as a testament to how Nepal’s legal fight has historically leaned toward a broader human rights framework, granting an "others" category on citizenship documents based on self-identification.

Alongside “Rakkhosh”, another Eid-ul-Fitr release, “Prince: Once Upon a Time in Dhaka”, will also premiere on OTT platform Utshob. The platform is set to launch on May 21 with these two films, confirmed by its chief executive, Zahid Hasan Abhi.

Veteran actress Dolly Zahur has countless dramas and films under her name. The Ekushey Padak winning actress has acted in many iconic dramas and even till now the noted actress continues to act.

Alongside television and film, theatre remained a major part of her artistic life. She joined Aranyak Natyadal in 1992 and performed on stage for nearly three decades.

Based on the medieval Bengali retelling of the classic romance by poet Dawlat Wazir Bahram Khan, the production will be staged at Natmandal Auditorium from May 18 to 21 at 7 pm, with two additional shows scheduled for May 22 at 5 pm and 7:30 pm.

Sreeja Dutta is known for her work in the film “Bhagha Jatin”, where she appeared opposite Dev in her big-screen debut. She later featured in “Tekka” and the Hoichoi web series “Nishir Daak”.