The air crackled with quiet intensity as AKM Itmam, the rising star of “Boli (The Wrestler)”, settled into a chair at The Daily Star’s premises. He was a whirlwind of energy, a man with a flight to catch in less than 24 hours, yet he exuded a calm focus that belied his hurried schedule.

During the press conference, Ananta Jalil and Barsha discussed various topics, including their films and other matters.

Meanwhile, on Thursday, the first song from “Daagi”, titled “Ektukhani Mon”, was released. The song has been performed by Tahsan Khan and Masha Islam, with lyrics by Sadat Hossain. The music composition and arrangement were done by Sajid Sarkar. The visuals of the song feature a romantic sequence between Nisho and Tama. Directed by Shihab Shaheen, “Daagi” also stars Sunerah Binte Kamal, Shahiduzzaman Selim, and others.

Pixar has confirmed that “Coco 2” is in development, with a theatrical release set for 2029. The announcement was made by Disney CEO Bob Iger during the company’s annual shareholder meeting.

The trailer also reveals the return of Yvonne Strahovski’s Serena, now back in Gilead. A brief shot shows her walking down the aisle, suggesting a major life change is on the horizon for the complex character.

Set against the backdrop of Old Dhaka's Sutrapur, “Prem Bhai” sheds light on the unique struggles of this neighbourhood. Though there are various social issues in the area, the drama primarily focuses on one particular problem that drives the story forward.

Apple TV+ is incurring losses of over $1 billion a year to its parent company despite its recent shows like "Severance" being huge successes.

SAJIDA Foundation has initiated an inquiry into an inappropriate remark made by one of its employees on a social media video featuring actress Sabnam Faria.

Keya Payel, a rising star in Bangladesh’s showbiz industry, is proving herself to be a versatile talent, balancing both modelling and acting with ease. Over the years, she has built a reputation for capturing the audience's attention, quickly solidifying her place among the newer generation of actors.

Noted filmmaker Srijit Mukherji has confirmed that his upcoming Bengali film, “Killbill Society”, is inspired by the life of Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie.

Film star Siam Ahmed and television actress Jannatul Sumaiya Heme have lent their voices to a song in this Eid's special episode of "Ityadi".

Netflix’s latest crime drama “Adolescence” has skyrocketed to the top of the platform’s charts, reaching an impressive 24.3 million views within just four days of its release on March 13. The gripping limited series has quickly become the most-watched show of the week, as reported by Netflix Tudum.

The summit was officially announced in Bangladesh at a launch event held at the Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre in Dhaka, today, alongside a discussion celebrating 111 years of Indian cinema. The event, organised by the High Commission of India in Dhaka, highlighted the objectives and potential global impact of WAVES. Ann Mary George, first secretary (Culture) at the High Commission of India, shared the vision for WAVES, stating, “We aim to make this an annual event, much like the World Economic Summit in Davos or the Raisina Dialogue for foreign policy. This will be a landmark platform for media and entertainment.”

Is Xefer Rahman the new 'Boyam Pakhi' in 'Allen Swapan'? While Allen Swapan expresses his desire in the song, Xefer completely denies it, stating, "I am not the proverbial ‘Boyam Pakhi’." This musical conflict may linger for a while. However, audiences and listeners will get a clear answer when the series premieres on the OTT platform Chorki, during Eid-ul-Fitr.

Deepto TV has announced a week-long special programme to mark Eid-ul-Fitr, featuring a lineup of Bengali films, including three world premieres.

Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed, a well-known figure in the country's entertainment scene, has embraced a new responsibility. She has been appointed as an ambassador for an animal conservation organisation that focuses on animal welfare, wildlife protection, and raising environmental awareness. Nawshaba will now dedicate her efforts to championing the rights of wild animals.

David Steven Cohen, known for his work as the head writer of “Courage the Cowardly Dog”, has passed away at 58, as reported by animation historian Jerry Beck.

Shobnom Bubly has been a regular presence in Eid films over the years, and this year is no exception. She is set to star in the upcoming movie “Jongli”, directed by M Raahim.

Hollywood filmmaker Carl Erik Rinsch, known for directing “47 Ronin”, was arrested Tuesday (March 18) on charges that he swindled $11 million from Netflix for a sci-fi show that never aired, instead steering the cash toward cryptocurrency investments and a series of lavish purchases that included a fleet of Rolls-Royces and a Ferrari.

Ahassan's path to acting began unexpectedly with modeling. "In 2023, I participated in the Mr. Franco Desi contest, featuring participants from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. I won the title, and soon after, I started receiving offers for ramp shows," he revealed. Initially disinterested, he joined primarily for the talent segment, eager to showcase his passion for dance. "Dancing is something I’m passionate about, and when I saw that I’d have a platform to showcase it, I thought, why not?"