Actor and animal welfare activist Jaya Ahsan, alongside the Bangladesh Animal Welfare Foundation and AK Khan Healthcare Trust, has filed a public interest writ petition with the High Court seeking a ban on the illegal trade and sale of horse meat.

Cannes will host an intense lineup of screenings, premieres, and red-carpet moments that bring together some of the biggest names in international filmmaking.

Directed by Azman Rusho, “Rockstar” features Shakib Khan in the role of a professional musician rather than the action-driven characters often associated with the actor. For the role, he reportedly underwent a significant physical transformation and weight loss.

Kaarina Kaisar, a lively and popular young content creator who had recently been building a career in acting and screenwriting, is set to be flown to Chennai this afternoon (May 11) by air ambulance for advanced treatment after being placed on life support due to severe liver complications.

The team behind the documentary “Gaza: Doctors Under Attack”, which had previously been shelved by the BBC over concerns related to impartiality, won an award at the BAFTA TV Awards on Sunday (May 10). During their acceptance speech, the team used the moment to criticise both Israel and the BBC.

Owen Cooper added another major accolade to his growing list of achievements after winning the Supporting Actor award at the BAFTA TV Awards 2026, held in London on May 10.

Filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev continues to earn international recognition for his acclaimed short film “Ali”, which has once again brought home a prestigious honour from the global festival circuit.

An analysis of their careers shows that both actors rose as icons of the common people in their respective industries. In the 1990s, Manna brought social realism and protest narratives to Bangladeshi cinema, while Vijay was beginning his rise in the Tamil film industry.

The story follows a group of teenagers who embark on a dangerous expedition after uncovering clues linked to a mysterious treasure and forgotten history.

Four Bangladeshi documentary film projects have been selected to participate in Cannes Docs 2026, one of the world’s leading platforms for documentary filmmakers, producers, broadcasters, and distributors.

Speaking to The Daily Star, several stars opened up about the immense influence their mothers have had on both their personal and professional journeys.

The move comes following a positive response from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

After winning hearts with “Rehana Maryam Noor”, Abdullah Mohammad Saad is back in the spotlight with his latest mini-series, “ANNiE”.

The Bangladesh Federation of Film Societies (BFFS) is set to organise the National Film Society Conference 2026 on May 16 at the Bangladesh Film Archive in Agargaon, Dhaka.

Directed by Suraiya Tasnin Sathi, the documentary explores the real-life struggles and search for the identity of Suraiya Farhana Reshma. The film marks Sathi’s directorial debut.

“Avatar” director James Cameron and The Walt Disney Company are facing legal action alleging that a key character in the blockbuster franchise was created using the likeness of a teenage actress without her consent.

AI may be used for technical or cosmetic purposes, such as de-ageing or visual adjustments. But it must not replace or significantly alter the actor’s original work.

Bollywood stars Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Alia Bhatt and Aditi Rao Hydari are set to attend the 2026 edition of the Cannes Film Festival, continuing India’s strong presence at one of the world’s most prestigious film events.

Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurbo is returning to storytelling with the upcoming drama “Ochena Ami”, directed by Taneem Rahman Angshu. Besides developing the story, Apurbo  has also written the screenplay for the project.

Today marks the 25th of Baishakh, the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore. To celebrate Rabindra Jayanti, television channels across Bangladesh have arranged special programmes featuring dramas, music, recitations, and documentaries inspired by the poet’s works and legacy.