Sanjay Leela Bhansali's ‘Heeramandi’ of past era captivates in first look

The first look of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming Netflix series, "Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar", has been revealed. The series stars versatile actors Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Sheikh in pivotal roles, portraying the lives of courtesans in pre-independence India.
1 February 2024

Ananta-Barsha to star in upcoming Masud Rana project

The enduring literary legacy of the late writer Qazi Anwar Hussain lives on through his immortal creation “Masud Rana”. An upcoming film titled “Cheetah” has been written based on the author's novel “Operation Cheetah”.
1 February 2024

Judge me by my work, not my colour: Samira Khan Mahi

“I feel uncomfortable about people making such trolls about skin colour, even though, only a few people do it. A person, an actress, should be judged by nothing but her work. Criticise my work, and I'll accept it. I'll work harder on myself. But you only define yourself when you criticise someone for skin colour. I am and will keep working for the audience and their love.”
31 January 2024

Valentine’s special tele-fictions will feature young stars

Close-up Valentine’s special is all set to telecast three romantic tele-fictions featuring popular young actors of television this upcoming Valentine’s Day on February 14. Acclaimed director Mostafa Kamal Raz has produced the Close-up’s valentine’s day tribute this year.
31 January 2024

‘Sisimpur’ secures Anthem Award following Kidscreen Award

“Sisimpur”, the popular children’s programme for Bangladeshi children won the internationally acclaimed 3rd Anthem Award under the category of “Film, Video, Television or Show”. Through messages of diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI), “Sisimpur” has played a significant role in bringing about transformative changes in society, earning this prestigious award.
31 January 2024

January box office: Four local films fail to attract audiences

The allure of movies hasn't waned even during the final phase of the OTT era. In fact, the audience’s interest in the big screen seems to be growing steadily. A glance at neighboring India reveals a significant trend: where the box office used to earn Rs 100 crores, it's now reaching a thousand crores.
31 January 2024

Bubly's sister takes a jab at Apu Biswas

Within the showbiz industry, it's not uncommon to witness instances where celebrities indirectly or even directly critique their peers on camera. Joining the ranks of those who engage in this bad practice is Nazneen Mimi, renowned as a singer in the film industry and the older sister of Bubly.
31 January 2024

Bob Marley biopic brings his message to new generations, son says

Bob Marley's family hopes a new biographical movie about the superstar singer, who popularised reggae with his catchy tunes and spiritual and socially conscious lyrics, will help revive his legacy.
31 January 2024

Henry Cavill leads Guy Ritchie’s action spy comedy ‘The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare’

The highly anticipated trailer for Guy Ritchie's upcoming World War II film, “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare”, has finally been unveiled, showcasing Henry Cavill in a charismatic lead role. The action-packed spy comedy, inspired by true events, delves into the clandestine world of UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill’s secret WWII combat organisation.
31 January 2024

Ekushey Boi Mela 2024: Where the stars land on pages

Over the years, an increasing number of celebrities from music, film and television have released their books at the Ekushey Book Fair. Enthusiastic fans eagerly seek out books authored by their favourite celebrities, inscribed with a personalised signature, all while hoping to catch a glimpse of the stars themselves.
30 January 2024

Farooki returns home from hospital

Meanwhile, directors from his ‘bhai brother group’, including Redoan Rony, Ashfaque Nipun, and Adnan Al Rajeev amongst others have shared emotional responses, prayers and positive thoughts for their ‘Boss’ Farooki.
30 January 2024

Ben Stiller announces return of ‘Severance’ with season 2

Since encountering significant delays due to the recent resolution of actors' and writers' strikes, the highly acclaimed sci-fi thriller series "Severance" is back in production for its second season. The Emmy-nominated show, starring Adam Scott, explores a dystopian world where employees undergo a surgical procedure to separate their memories between work and personal life.
30 January 2024

Shakib Khan starrer 'Rajkumar’s' title track features 300 dancers

The filming of the title song for the Himel Ashraf directorial movie “Rajkumar”, featuring Shakib Khan, commenced at BFDC today morning. Approximately 300 dance artistes are actively participating in the shooting of the film's first song.
30 January 2024

Young Rhaenyra Targaryen to turn into Supergirl

DC Studios has selected Milly Alcock, known for her role as young Rhaenyra Targaryen in HBO's "House of the Dragon," to portray Supergirl in the upcoming film "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow." The movie is part of the new DC Universe led by James Gunn and Peter Safran, adapted from the DC comics run by Tom King and Bilquis Evely.
30 January 2024

There’s more self-censorship on OTT: Konkona Sen Sharma

Konkona Sen Sharma possesses a natural instinct for understanding what resonates with viewers, whether it's in films or on OTT platforms. From portraying a doctor in “Mumbai Diaries” dealing with personal demons to delving into complex narratives of sexual identity in “Ajeeb Dastaans”, and now, embodying the role of a sinister entrepreneur named Swathi in her latest OTT project, “Killer Soup”, alongside Manoj Bajpayee.
30 January 2024

'Suits' sets new streaming record, eclipsing 'The Office'

Legal drama "Suits" took the top spot as the most streamed title ever from another audience favorite "The Office" in 2023, while shows on Netflix dominated overall streaming charts, according to Nielsen data.
30 January 2024

Easy OTT guide of 2024: Navigating our thriving streaming landscape

What sets OTT platforms apart is the flexibility they offer, allowing users to enjoy a customised watching experience on a range of devices. Unlike cable TV, which relies on a television set, OTT platforms provide the freedom to access content through smartphones, gaming consoles, laptops, and smart TVs. This flexibility has positioned OTT platforms as the go-to option for today's discerning audience.
29 January 2024

Tahmeena Sultana Mou’s journey from modelling to acting

The artiste revealed her plans to return to the stage this year. Despite her focus on-stage performances, she continues to explore acting opportunities on television.
29 January 2024

Kajal Arefin Ome breaks his own records with ‘Oshomoy’

The ensemble cast of "Oshomoy" includes Tariq Anam Khan, Monira Mithu, Iresh Zaker, Sharaf Ahmed Jibon, Runa Khan, Intekhab Dinar, Shahed Ali, Shashwta Datta, Shimul Sharma, Lamima Lam, Ishrat Zaheen Ahmed, Ziaul Hoque Polash, and others, contributing to the film's overall appeal.
29 January 2024

Kabir Suman hospitalised in Kolkata

To rule out a potential Covid-19 infection, an RT-PCR test was conducted, and fortunately, the results came back negative.
29 January 2024