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The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards is finally ready to kick off on January 16 at 7:00am local time at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Earlier, the star-studded show was scheduled to take place on September 18, last year. However, the programme was postponed due to SAG Aftra strikes by both writers and actors.
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From portraying a mute character in “Silence” to embodying a repentant figure in “Virus,” Shamol Mawla has left a lasting impression with his diverse roles and versatility throughout the last year. Wrapping up the year, he graced the Deepto Play web-series “Hridmajhare,” taking on the role of a doctor. The on-screen chemistry between Shamol and co-stars Aisha Khan and Nazia Haque Orsha has been much loved by the audience.
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It would not have been far-fetched to assume that a philanthropic figure like Ananta Jalil could potentially put forth his name in the game of politics, what with a plethora of far-reaching celebrities already putting their names in the hat. However, the “Kill Him” actor clarified his stance on this subject during a recent promotional event for his upcoming project “Operation Jackpot”.
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'Antarjal' smashes records on Toffee
Dhaliwood's foray into the cybercrime thriller genre has proven to be a resounding success as "Antarjal'' sets a new benchmark on the digital entertainment platform Toffee, accumulating over one million minutes of views within a mere two weeks. The film, directed by Dipankar Dipon and featuring acclaimed actors such as Mim, Siam, Sunerah, and Dipankar Dipon himself, premiered on December 21, 2023, on the Toffee app, captivating audiences since its release.
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Bad guys deserve to be punished: SRK takes dig at ‘Animal’
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has presumably taken a dig at the makers of “Animal” making his stance clear amidst the ongoing controversy against portraying violence toward women in cinema.
11 January 2024, 11:05 AM
Apurba explores TikTok headquarters
In a recent visit to the TikTok headquarters, renowned Bangladeshi actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba expressed his admiration for the unique atmosphere of the popular social media platform's main office. The acclaimed artiste, currently on a break from his hectic acting schedule, took a trip to Dubai and explored the TikTok headquarters.
11 January 2024, 10:09 AM
No new Bangla movies to release in January?
A week of the ongoing year 2024 may have passed so far but there have not been any releases of Bangla movies at the theatres thereby pointing toward a stale beginning of the new year.
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Mumbai Film Festival to screen 3 Bangladeshi films
The 20th instalment of the Third Eye Asian Film Festival is set to commence in Mumbai on January 12. This year three Bangladeshi films, namely “Saatao” by Khandaker Sumon, “Patalghor” by Noor Imran Mithu, and “Nona Pani” by Syeda Neegar Banu, have been chosen for inclusion in this festival.
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Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks accept honorary Oscars at Hollywood gala
On stage accepting her trophy, Bassett paid tribute to the 10 Black women who have won Academy Awards - naming each one - and said she hoped the film industry would provide more opportunities for people of color.
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Fresh from its wins at the Golden Globes, Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" on Wednesday topped the nominations for the influential Screen Actors Guild Awards, which are key to Oscars success.
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The short film has been selected to compete at the festival on January 5. After being declared as a finalist on Wednesday, it will be screened on January 15, informed Arafat Mohsin Nidhi, director of the production, to The Daily Star.
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'Didn't pursue politics after getting arrested'
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Baby Yoda is headed to the big screen
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Natalie Portman says method acting is ‘luxury’ women cannot afford
Natalie Portman is setting the record straight on the concept of method acting for films. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the Academy Award-winning actor shared that she likes to keep her personal life and professional life separate, and that method acting is not something “women can afford.”
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Dhallywood abuzz with films vying for festive spotlight
Eid-ul-Fitr is approaching in three months. While the anticipated date for Eid-ul-Fitr falls in the second week of April, there is currently significant discourse surrounding the movie releases during this period. Numerous production companies have already disclosed the potential titles of their films, with about half a dozen movies in consideration. Titles such as “Rajkumar”, “Omar”, “Esha Murder”, “Jamdani” and “Netri The Leader” are prominently featured in this lineup.
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‘Fereshte’ selected for Tehran's Int’l Fajr Film Festival
Jaya Ahsan's career continues to be adorned with one success after another. As the new year unfolds, another piece of good news emerges. Her Iranian film "Fereshte" has been selected for Tehran's 42nd International Fajr Film Festival.
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‘Stranger Things’ final season faces boycott call
After a prolonged wait, “Stranger Things” is returning to Hawkins as the cameras roll for the much-anticipated final season of Netflix's hit show. Yet, not everyone is excited about the return of a certain cast member.
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Blackpink’s Lisa to possibly make hollywood debut
Speculation is rife about Blackpink’s Lisa possibly making her Hollywood debut in the renowned TV series franchise, “The Walking Dead”. Rumours about the K-pop sensation venturing into acting have surfaced following her recent departure from YG Entertainment to pursue a solo career.
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