Popular Bangladeshi band Ashes has announced a staggered release strategy for its upcoming music, confirming that new songs will be unveiled every 15 days as part of two albums — “Bivrom” and “Danahin Pakhi”.

A new Eid-ul-Azha telefilm bringing together performers from four generations has wrapped filming in Dhaka. Titled “Zohra Begumer Icchapotro” (Zohra Begum’s Will), the project is directed by Arif Khan and is set to air as part of Channel i’s festive programming.

Married since 1993, the two have built parallel careers in music and dance but have not previously appeared together as co-performers. Munmun Ahmed said the idea grew from audience interest in seeing a joint presentation. “We understand each other well. This kind of collaboration can create a distinct stage experience,” she said.

The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and style -- led by Beyonce, Madonna and Nicole Kidman -- hit the red carpet Monday for the Met Gala, the Manhattan charity ball that doubles as fashion's biggest night.

The three-month online diploma will provide training in playwriting, script reading, directing, acting, stage design, and lighting. After completing the course, participants will take part in three theatre productions in Bangladesh.

A total of six Bangladeshi films have been selected for this year’s festival. “Agontuk”, “Noya Manush”, and "Uraal” will be screened at the cinema, with “Noya Manush” scheduled for the second day and “Uraal” for the fourth. Additionally, three Bangladeshi titles — “Noya Note”, “The University of Chankharpul”, and “Pathor Howar Golpo”— will be available on the festival’s online platform.

Noted actor, singer, filmmaker, and producer Anjan Dutt, now 73, returns to the screen with his latest film “Pratyabartan”, a project he has both produced and acted in. The film comes shortly after his earlier release “Ei Raat Tomar Amar”, marking a steady creative phase in his long career.

With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, anticipation is building around the release of “Malik”, starring Arifin Shuvoo. Adding to the buzz, the film has already wrapped shooting for its vibrant item number “Gulguli Pitha” at the FDC.

The journey of winning hearts will come to an end with its 52nd episode. The final episode will premiere on May 8 at 3:00pm on the Cinemawala YouTube channel, with a special extended runtime of 92 minutes as a gift for viewers.

A heartwarming family video of popular band icon James, widely known as Nagar Baul, has gone viral on social media, showing the musician teaching his young son Jibran Anam how to play the drums.

A native of Old Dhaka, Shabnam occasionally revisits her roots. “I still have many relatives there, so I go from time to time. It brings back so many memories. In those days, there were horse carriages—we used to ride around in them.”

The Met Gala 2026 is already generating buzz across global fashion and entertainment circles, with organisers unveiling key details about the theme, dress code and expected attendees.

Titled “Domer Madar Theatre Festival: Journey to 80”, the programme will feature five performances of the production between May 6 and May 8. Shows are scheduled daily at 5:30pm and 7:30pm.

Organised by the Bangladesh Rabindra Sangeet Shilpi Sangstha, the 37th edition of the festival will take place at the Liberation War Museum auditorium in Agargaon. Preparations are now in their final stage, with artists engaged in regular rehearsals.

The actress said the initiative aims to establish direct communication with fans while offering a closer look at the creative process behind her work. Through the platform, viewers will gain insight into the real experiences, preparation, and lesser-known moments that shape the characters they see on screen.

In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, Apurba reflected on his journey, speaking candidly about his career, collaborators, and the relationships that have shaped him as an artiste.

What makes this return more interesting than the usual legacy continuation is that the world it depicts has not politely waited in place.

“Shekor” continues the filmmaker’s thematic exploration of migration, displacement, and identity crisis. The narrative focuses on international migration and the emotional complexities of identity formation that arise from it. It follows the journey of a man who returns to Bangladesh after 12 years abroad, accompanied by his eight-year-old son. The child, raised in a foreign environment, experiences his father’s homeland for the first time, discovering its culture, people, and emotional landscape through a fresh and unfamiliar perspective.

Those associated with the project are optimistic that this stylistic parting will resonate with audiences. With Mahtim Shakib’s vocals, Sahriar Rafat’s composition, and Hashibur Reza Kallol’s lyrics, the song is expected to offer listeners a fresh and compelling musical experience upon its release. The release date is yet to be announced.

The Faculty of Fine Arts at Dhaka University marked the 80th birth anniversary of Professor Matlub Ali on the evening of April 26 with an exhibition of his paintings, live musical performances, and a tribute discussion.