National Film Award-winning actress Jaya Ahsan, known for her stellar performances across both Bangladeshi and Indian Bengali cinema, is set to return to the silver screen with her new film “Jaya Aar Sharmin”, releasing on May 16. Directed by Piplu R Khan, the film was shot during the pandemic.

Marisa Abela took home the leading actress award for her standout role in “Industry”, solidifying her place among the top performers of the year. Meanwhile, Jessica Gunning, whose breakout performance in “Baby Reindeer” has already earned her an Emmy and a Golden Globe, added a BAFTA to her growing collection, winning best supporting actress.

The much-anticipated character poster of Tasnia Farin from the upcoming Eid release “Insaaf” has been revealed.

Television actress Tanjim Saiyara Totini sustained a head injury while shooting for a drama in Chattogram yesterday evening. The incident occurred when a light stand on set fell on her head, prompting immediate hospitalisation.

Professional wrestling legend Sabu, widely known for his trailblazing presence in ECW and WWE, has passed away at the age of 60. As confirmed by PWInsider, the icon breathed his last on May 11, only weeks after marking his retirement with a final bout against Joey Janela—billed as his farewell match.

In conversations with The Daily Star, actors Sumaiya Shimu, Shajal, and Tama Mirza opened up about the invaluable roles their mothers played in shaping not only their careers but also their lives.

Mothers on screen are often reduced to clichés — the sacrificial, saintly figure or the melodramatic martyr. Then again, Bollywood notably holds a growing archive of stories where mothers are full-bodied characters: flawed, funny, brave, and deeply human. These women love fiercely, fight quietly, and exist beyond the frame of just being someone’s parent. From fighting governments to challenging their children, they show that real motherhood is messy, resilient, and worth watching not just for sentiment, but for substance.

Dhallywood actress Puja Cherry has once again moved fans with a deeply emotional tribute to her late mother, Jharna Roy, on the occasion of Mother’s Day. The actress, who lost her mother on March 24, 2024, shared a touching letter on social media, originally written on the first anniversary of her mother’s passing.

Known for his intense portrayals in “Mohanagar” and “Mobaraknama”, Mosharraf Karim plays Abbas—a whimsical truck driver whose life takes unpredictable turns. “The character fascinated me from the start,” shared the actor.

On the occasion of International Mother's Day, two of Bangladesh’s most beloved screen mothers, Dilara Zaman and Dolly Zahur, are being remembered not just for the roles they’ve played, but for the love they continue to receive from their on-screen children. Though their biological children live abroad, both actresses have chosen to remain in Bangladesh, enveloped by the affection of the audiences and colleagues who fondly call them "Ma."

Preparations are underway for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha film season, with possibly seven Dhallywood movies scheduled for release during the festivities.

The day-long conference saw participation from representatives of 40 film societies across the country, with an additional five joining virtually.

In total, 12 mothers, including those from the fields of administration, law and justice, education, economy, law enforcement, medicine, engineering, journalism, and special achievements, will be recognised for raising successful children across diverse sectors.

Nazifa Tushi is set to make her long-awaited return to the silver screen as the lead in “Shokhi Rongomala”, directed by “Chandrabati Kotha” maker N Rashed Chowdhury.

Global pop icon Taylor Swift has been subpoenaed in the ongoing legal dispute involving actor-director Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively, connected to the film “It Ends With Us”.

The film “Bangali Bilash” by Ebadur Rahman—one of Bangladesh’s most esteemed writers, film critics, and directors—is confirmed to be screened at the Marché du Film de Cannes (Cannes Film Market), the commercial wing of the Cannes Film Festival, this year.

The highly anticipated grand finale of Deepto Star Hunt aired last night at 10, revealing the winners of the competition. Misti Ghosh from Kishoreganj and Sakib Hossain from Barishal were officially declared the champions.

The singer has stepped beyond her folk roots to explore a more diverse musical direction, beginning with her latest release “Chol Preme Pure Jai” — a chill step number whose lyrics, tune, and composition have been handled by Autumnal Moon. Released under the banner of G Series, the track marks a refreshing shift in Dora’s journey as an artiste.

The Bangladesh Film Directors Association held its election this evening at 7:30pm at the Reporters’ Unity. The results were announced by Election Commission Chairman Abdul Latif Bachchu following the conclusion of the voting.

In a musical crossover, popular rapper Jalali Shafayat and renowned singer-composer Balam have teamed up for a song for the upcoming Arifin Shuvoo-starrer “Neelchokro”, releasing this Eid-ul-Azha. The duo collaborated on “Ei Ondhokarer Shohore”, which not only features Shafayat’s vocals but also marks his acting debut in cinema.