Martin Scorsese on how 'Pather Panchali' had an impact on his new film 

Martin Scorsese attests that his idea of cinematography and filmmaking changed after watching Satyajit Ray's "Pather Panchali".
10 October 2023, 05:44 AM

'The Crown' Season 6 teaser: Diana's death, Charles and Camilla’s wedding in final season

"The Crown" has already achieved significant acclaim, amassing 21 Emmy Awards over its previous five seasons, including the coveted ‘Best Drama Series’ award for season four. As fans eagerly await the final season's release, Netflix's strategic split is sure to keep the excitement palpable throughout its run.
10 October 2023, 04:57 AM

Angelina Jolie returns to screen as iconic opera singer Maria

"Maria" will chronicle the tumultuous, beautiful, and tragic narrative of the world's finest female opera singer. The film will focus on her final days in the 1970s in Paris. 
10 October 2023, 04:28 AM

Who will be crowned the best actors in OTT?

The grand occasion will be held on October 21 through a lavish ceremony, celebrating the best of OTT. While only two brilliant artistes will be able to flaunt the trophies of Best Actor and Best Actress, all of the nominations deserve praise for helping to uplift the OTT industry as a whole.
9 October 2023, 18:02 PM

Thalapathy Vijay starrer ‘Leo’ coming to Bangladesh?

Thalapathy Vijay will be seen pairing up with Trisha Krishnan is “Leo”. Aside from these two, the film features also notable actors including Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Sarja, Madonna Sebastian amongst others.
9 October 2023, 12:58 PM

Shakib Khan to be the first Bangladeshi superstar to appear in pan-Indian cinema

The shooting of the film will begin in Banaras from October 20. “Since it is a pan-Indian cinema, so we will have the opportunity to release it simultaneously in for the audiences in Bangla, Tamil, and Telegu. After confirming the news to The Daily Star, Anonno Mamun shared that Shakib will surprise everyone with his look for this project, and at he is working on it at this very moment.
9 October 2023, 12:53 PM

He changed completely: Tania Ahmed opens up about split with S I Tutul

Actress Tania Ahmed has finally spoken about the reasons behind her separation from musician S I Tutul, following their 23-year-long marriage. While the couple had quietly parted ways last year, Tania Ahmed recently addressed the media to shed light on the circumstances that led to their divorce.
9 October 2023, 09:56 AM

Bangladeshi psychological film dominates Gange Sur Seine Film Festival in Paris

The Bangladeshi psychological film premiered on the last day of Gange Sur Seine Film Festival in Paris and claimed awards in four categories of the festival.
9 October 2023, 07:21 AM

'Mean Girls' reunion: Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Seyfried and Lacey Chabert spotted filming secret project

"Mean Girls" stars Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Seyfried and Lacey Chabert are shooting for a secret project which will witness them reprising their iconic roles as Cady Heron, Karen Smith, and Gretchen Wieners in Los Angeles. 
9 October 2023, 05:02 AM

Hansal Mehta's 'Scoop' bags best awards at Busan Film Festival 

"Scoop" is based on Jigna Vora's book "Behind Bars In Byculla" and tells the narrative of intrepid crime writer Jagruti Vora (played by Karishma Tanna). When a journalist colleague was murdered by the Chhota Rajan gang in 2011, Jagruti's inquiry quickly led to her detention and unjust accusation.
9 October 2023, 04:48 AM

SRK to receive upgraded Y+ security cover amidst death threats

Mumbai Police has decided to bolster the security detail for Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, as the actor reported receiving death threats following the immense success of his recent films, "Pathaan" and "Jawan". 
9 October 2023, 04:45 AM

'Something Like an Autobiography' premiered at Busan International Film Festival

Mostafa Sarwar Farooki's much awaited film "Something Like an Autobiography" was finally premiered at the 28th Busan International Film Festival yesterday. 
9 October 2023, 04:34 AM

Badhan breaks barriers

“Khufiya” was released on Netflix on October 5. Above all else, Bangladesh’s own Azmeri Haque Badhan’s and Tabu’s chemistry became the focal point of the film. The tension-filled interactions between Octopus and KM culminated in an atmosphere that could be cut through with a blunt butter knife.
8 October 2023, 18:05 PM

Headlines vs Hemlines: The pervasive bias of entertainment journalism against women

A dive into history reveals similar narratives. In 1968, Sharmila Tagore's decision to wear a bikini for a photoshoot wasn't seen as an artiste's choice but became a canvas for societal moral commentary. Fast forward to the present, and Bollywood luminary Deepika Padukone often finds her neckline inciting more fervour than her critically acclaimed roles.
8 October 2023, 13:55 PM

The heroes of Television: How have they changed over the years?

In the realm of Bangladesh's showbiz industry, a multitude of heroes have graced our television screens over the generations. However, it was the heroes who captivated audiences in the '90s with their heartfelt performances that continue to hold a special place in the hearts of millions. These iconic figures have not only maintained their popularity but have also played pivotal roles in shaping the industry's landscape.
8 October 2023, 11:22 AM

Pori Moni back in action after 2 years

Pori Moni will soon be seen playing the lead role in "Story of Dodo", written and directed by Reza Ghatok. The film marks Pori Moni's return to the film scenes after a two-year-long break.
8 October 2023, 10:57 AM

A love letter to all daughters

The film's international premiere is going to be held at the 28th Busan International Film Festival. The screening will take place at the Busan Cinema Centre on Sunday at 8:30 pm. Yesterday Farooki shared a family picture on his social media account captioning, “Off to Busan”.
8 October 2023, 09:28 AM

‘Tejas’ trailer out: Kangana donnes roles of pilot and soldier

The trailer of “Tejas” gives a glimpse into the life of Tejas Gil, a dare-devil pilot with a patriotic heart determined to fight against terrorism.
8 October 2023, 06:02 AM

Third Bangladesh Film Festival commences in Colombo

Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Tareq Mohammad Ariful Islam has inaugurated the third Bangladesh Film Festival in Colombo on Friday.
8 October 2023, 04:44 AM

Swastika Mukherjee, Afzal Hossain collaborate for 'One Eleven'

Noted actor Afzal Hossain will be pairing up with Swastika Mukherjee in his upcoming thriller-based film, "One Eleven". Directed by Kamrul Islam Refat, the movie centres around a mysterious murder and how numerous characters will take turns to put together the missing pieces of the gruesome crime.
8 October 2023, 04:38 AM