Bengali film director Anik Dutta passed away today at a private hospital in South Kolkata, according to reports by Anandabazar. He was 66.

Another major spark this Eid season comes through the literary adaptation of “Masud Rana”, one of Bangladesh’s most iconic fictional characters. Adapted from the beloved spy-thriller series created by Qazi Anwar Hussain, the film arrives carrying decades of nostalgia and towering audience expectations.

A week-long celebrity podcast series bringing together some of Dhallywood’s leading actresses is set to air this Eid-ul-Azha under the title “Nayoker Nayika”, hosted by actor Nirab Hossain.

With Eid-ul-Azha drawing near, filmmaker Saif Chandan is still caught in the whirlwind of last-minute work for his upcoming film “Malik”. Speaking candidly from India, where he is currently occupied with post-production responsibilities, the director reflected on the chaos surrounding the release, the challenges of promotion, and why audiences should give the film a chance this Eid.

So far, Star Cineplex has received the DCPs for "Roid", "Malik", "Pinik", and "Bonolota Sen". However, the DCPs for "Rockstar" and "Masud Rana" are yet to arrive.

Titled “Jochhona”, the song will premiere on G-Series’ YouTube channel on the eve of Eid. The track has been written by Samuel Haque, composed by Prince Mahmud, and performed by Tanzir Tuhin, with music arrangement by Shaker Raza.

After the massive cultural impact of “Hawa”, expectations surrounding Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s upcoming release “Roid” have only continued to grow. Describing the film, he shares that it is not merely a love story, but an attempt to rediscover emotional depth, silence, and fading cultural identities in contemporary life.

As the Eid-ul-Azha box office fills with star-driven spectacles and commercial entertainers, one of the season’s most intriguing releases is arriving from an entirely different space. After winning over audiences at two festivals — DIFF and Amar Bhashar Cholochitro — and earning multiple awards, “The University of Chankharpul”, directed by young filmmaker Akash Haque, has now joined the Eid release race.

Arifin Shuvoo and Bidya Sinha Mim’s action film “Malik” is set for release this Eid-ul-Azha. The makers recently unveiled the film’s trailer, promising high-octane action and intense drama, which has already generated considerable buzz among audiences.

Bengal Multimedia had initially announced the release of “Nakphuler Kabbo” during Eid-ul-Azha. However, no promotional activities were observed around the film, and the production house has now officially withdrawn it from the Eid release race.

Television channels are bringing a wide range of celebrity shows, magazine programmes, and festive specials to audiences this Eid-ul-Azha, with line-ups featuring music, comedy, performances, celebrity conversations, and light-hearted debates.

With six films currently eyeing release this Eid-ul-Azha, director Masud Hasan Ujjal is stepping into the festive release race with quiet confidence and a deeply personal cinematic philosophy. His upcoming film, “Bonolota Sen”, arrives years after his acclaimed feature “Unoponchash Batash”.

Acclaimed director Chayanika Chowdhury is set to present a new Eid special telefilm titled “Abar Hobe Dekha”, based on a foreign story and written by Faria Hossain.

Since the rise of OTT platforms in Bangladesh, Eid seasons have typically brought an array of original web content. This year, however, the line-up appears noticeably thinner. Across local streaming platforms, original productions are limited, with only two new web films, one dubbed foreign microdrama, and several theatrical releases from Eid-ul-Fitr making their digital debut. Notably, no new web series have been announced for the season.

Since its release during Eid, director Abu Hayat Mahmud’s film “Prince: Once Upon a Time in Dhaka” has remained at the centre of controversy.

Sequins, sweeping gowns, and flashes of cinematic glamour light up the Croisette as guests arrive for the closing ceremony of the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in France.

It is directed by Josim Ahmed and highlights the harsh reality of child abuse.

Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a celebrated return to the Cannes Film Festival red carpet, stunning audiences in a sculpted blue couture gown designed by Amit Aggarwal.

Actor Zayed Khan, who is currently based in the United States, has surprised audiences with a new revelation about his latest project. The actor shared that the current mayor of New York City, Zohran Kwame Mamdani, appears alongside him in an upcoming short film.

Nepalese film "Elephants in the Fog" has won the Jury Prize in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, marking a landmark achievement for the country’s cinema on the global stage.