‘The University of Chankharpul’ set for Eid release

A new Bangladeshi film exploring the realities of university hall culture and student politics is gearing up for release this Eid-ul-Azha. Director Akash Haque recently unveiled the trailer for “The University of Chankharpul” and announced plans to bring the film to theatres during the festive season.
21 May 2026

Salman Shah and Shabnur-starrer ‘Tomake Chai’ returns to big screen

Fans of classic Bangla cinema will have the opportunity to watch “Tomake Chai” on the big screen free of charge later this month.
21 May 2026

‘Manusher Bagan’ wins award at Delhi International Film Festival

Directed by Nurul Alam Atique, the film received the award in the Best Feature Film on Social Issues category, adding another international recognition to Bangladeshi cinema.
21 May 2026

Rami Malek makes Cannes debut with ‘The Man I love’

Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek made his debut on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet on Wednesday with Ira Sachs' competition film about living with HIV/AIDS in 1980s New York City, "The Man I ‌Love."
21 May 2026

Those childhood Eid memories can never be relived: Dolly Zahur

Veteran actress Dolly Zahur has countless dramas and films under her name. The Ekushey Padak winning actress has acted in many iconic dramas and even till now the noted actress continues to act.
20 May 2026

Indian actress Sreeja Dutta makes Bangladesh OTT debut with ‘Tajmahal’

Sreeja Dutta is known for her work in the film “Bhagha Jatin”, where she appeared opposite Dev in her big-screen debut. She later featured in “Tekka” and the Hoichoi web series “Nishir Daak”.
20 May 2026

Channel i’s Eid lineup features 16 dramas

These dramas will be aired from the day before Eid until the seventh day of Eid, at 7:50 pm and 9:35 pm each night.
20 May 2026

John Travolta unsure he will direct again after Cannes debut

John Travolta says he cannot imagine directing another film unless he feels deeply passionate about the subject, following the Cannes Film Festival premiere of his directorial debut “Propeller One-Way Night Coach”.
20 May 2026

First-look poster of ‘Masud Rana’ unveiled ahead of Eid release

The iconic Bangla spy character Masud Rana is finally making his way from the pages of books to the big screen.
20 May 2026

Star-studded ‘Anandamela’ to air on BTV this Eid

The producers expressed hope that the programme’s blend of music, dance and comedy will make Eid celebrations even more enjoyable for viewers.
19 May 2026

Cate Blanchett’s DFF, its Bangladesh connection, and a fleeting opportunity

When I walked into the Salle de Conférence de Presse for the Displaced Filmmakers Fund (DFF), admittedly a bit late after a screening, one thing instantly came to mind: Rithy Panh, Annemarie Jacir, Mohammed Amer, Akuol de Mabior, and Bao Nguyen are incredibly talented directors of the highest calibre. However, I wondered whether the fund could also be used to amplify voices that would otherwise have no way of being heard. I will circle back to this point.
19 May 2026

Na Hong-jin’s ‘Hope’ stuns Cannes with sci-fi spectacle

Korean filmmaker Na Hong-jin’s long-awaited return to cinema has made one of the strongest impressions at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, with his sci-fi thriller “Hope” leaving audiences both stunned and divided after its premiere.
19 May 2026

Ancestral homes of Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor in Peshawar on the brink of collapse

The Kapoor Haveli, built in the early 20th century, is closely associated with the early history of the Kapoor family, including Prithviraj Kapoor and his descendants, who went on to shape Indian cinema.
18 May 2026

Anirban Bhattacharya expresses desire to work in Bangladeshi cinema

Anirban Bhattacharya, one of the most prominent figures in contemporary Bengali theatre and cinema, has said he is eager to work in Bangladesh and has already “applied” to do so.
18 May 2026

‘Rongbazar’ heads for OTT release after piracy leak

Upcoming Bangladeshi film “Rongbazar” has been released directly on OTT after falling victim to piracy ahead of its planned theatrical release.
18 May 2026

Barbra Streisand unable to attend Cannes closing ceremony after knee injury

Barbra Streisand will no longer attend the closing ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival after suffering a knee injury, despite being selected to receive an honorary Palme d’Or this year.
18 May 2026

Kristen Stewart criticises Hollywood studio system at Cannes

Kristen Stewart has voiced strong criticism of Hollywood’s studio system and corporate structure, describing it as increasingly restrictive for filmmakers and artistes. While promoting her new film “Full Phil” at the Cannes Film Festival, the 36-year-old actress spoke openly about her frustrations with how the American film industry finances, produces, and distributes films.
18 May 2026

Cannes: Cate Blanchett says #MeToo ‘was shut down very quickly’ in Hollywood

Cate Blanchett has spoken candidly about her belief that Hollywood’s #MeToo movement “was shut down very quickly,” saying that many of the issues it sought to address still persist on film sets across the United States.
18 May 2026

Acting is something I genuinely enjoy: Mousumi Hamid

This Eid, she appears in a seven-episode drama. She spoke to The Daily Star about her upcoming projects and the memories that Eid stirs in her.
17 May 2026

‘Bonolota Express’ gears up for Hoichoi premiere

Hoichoi has officially announced the premiere date for “Bonolota Express”, directed by Tanim Noor and adapted from a novel by Humayun Ahmed.
17 May 2026