Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit believes that achieving pay parity in Hindi cinema remains a distant goal, as female actors must constantly prove their ability to attract audiences to theatres.

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lady Gaga has shared her excitement about working alongside Jenna Ortega in the highly anticipated second season of “Wednesday”.

HBO is close to finalising key casting decisions for its highly anticipated “Harry Potter” series, with Janet McTeer in talks to play Professor Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu nearing a deal for Professor Severus Snape. If confirmed, they will join John Lithgow, who has been cast as Professor Albus Dumbledore.

On March 6, the government issued a notification for the "Government Grant Policy for Full-Length Film Production, 2025" and the "Government Grant Policy for Short Film Production, 2025”. The new policy includes several important changes aimed at improving the film production process.

Womanhood is about strength, determination, and staying true to oneself. Every day, women overcome obstacles—at home, in the workplace, and in society—proving their resilience in countless ways. As we celebrate this year’s Women’s Day, we highlight films that honour the journey of women, showcasing their courage, grace, and unwavering spirit that define their lives. 

Parsha Mahjabeen Purnee holds two very distinct identities among her audiences, one more intriguing than the other—she is a musician and now an actor with her (groundbreaking) debut in Jahid Preetom’s “Ghumpori”. A third-year university student who inspired millions through her song, “Cholo Bhule Jai” during the July Movement gets candid with The Daily Star about her journey, new-found fame and future aspirations.

Ziaul Hoque Polash, widely recognised for his comedic role in “Bachelor Point”, is now striving to break free from that established identity.

Arka Das, a Chattogram native, is making waves in the Australian film industry. His latest film, "My Melbourne", an authentic anthology exploring race, gender, sexuality, and disability through diverse stories, was released yesterday across theatres in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji.

This year, the iconic series is back with an exciting new chapter. Titled “Chotokaku Chapter Two”, the latest instalment has been produced as a web-film, though discussions are ongoing about releasing it as a series, promising fans an even bigger and more cinematic experience.

The film “Saba” has been selected for the competition section of the 20th Osaka Asian Film Festival in Japan. Director Maksud Hossain shared, “There will be three screenings of the film in Osaka. I will also be attending the festival.” The festival is set to begin on March 14 and will run until March 23.

Renowned for her powerful performances in critically acclaimed films such as “Padman”, “Andhadhun”, and “Monica O My Darling”, Radhika Apte is now set to step behind the camera. The versatile artiste is making her directorial debut with an action-fantasy film titled Kotya.

Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations are never complete without the spectacle of captivating heroines gracing the silver screen. This year, audiences are in for a treat as a constellation of talented actresses—Tama Mirza, Sunerah Binte Kamal, Shobnom Yesmin Bubly, Nusraat Faria, and Prarthana Fardin Dighi—prepare to enthrall viewers with their performances. Let's delve into the films that will spotlight these leading ladies this Eid-ul-Fitr.

After more than two decades apart, veteran Indian stars Prosenjit Chatterjee and Chiranjeet Chakraborty are making a highly-anticipated comeback to the big screen. The two actors, last seen together in the 2002 film “Inquilaab”, will now reunite in the latest instalment of the "Kakababu" franchise titled “Bijoynagar er Hirey”, directed by Chandrasish Ray.

Following the release of their enchanting nikah ceremony pictures, Mehazabien Chowdhury and Adnan Al Rajeev have now shared glimpses of their joyous holud celebration. Surrounded by close friends and family, the couple enjoyed a vibrant pre-wedding event filled with laughter, love, and beautiful traditions.

The Bangladesh Short Film Forum (BSFF) has organised a memorial event in honour of filmmaker, film activist, and educator Zahidur Rahim Anjan, who previously served as the organisation’s president.

With the Oscars now behind us, it's time to turn our attention to the next major awards event—Emmys 2025.

Alongside “Amalnama”, Zahid will also appear in “Utshob”, a film directed by Tanim Noor, set for release this Eid-ul-Azha. Reflecting on his choices, he added, “I don’t take on projects unless I truly like them. After my break, I’ve worked on two projects and enjoyed both. The audience will see me in different roles in these films.”

Actor and film producer Abhishek Bachchan is often faced with criticism, with some questioning whether his career was built on merit or privilege. Having parents—the legendary Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan and the evergreen actress Jaya Bachchan—who are two of the most influential and famous Bollywood stars, overshadowed his talents for a long time. However, over the years, his versatile acting has made netizens realise that he might have been wrongfully criticised all this time.

A Mro-language film titled “Kio Ri Pekra Uo”, known in English as “Dear Mother”, is being showcased at the University of Cambridge. According to a press release from the film’s creators, the screening is scheduled for today at 8:30pm Bangladesh time, organised by the Indigenous Studies Group at Cambridge.

Australian cricketer David Warner has long been vocal about his admiration for Indian cinema, particularly the works of Allu Arjun. Throughout the pandemic, Warner frequently shared videos on social media, recreating Arjun’s iconic dialogues and dance sequences alongside his family. While many assumed that his love for the actor would eventually lead to a collaboration, Warner’s much-anticipated entry into Telugu cinema is set to take a different route.