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‘Jibon Theke Neya’ cinematographer, Afzal Chowdhury, passes away

Afzal Chowdhury, the cinematographer behind the timeless cinematic masterpiece "Jibon Theke Neya", has passed away. On Thursday, the artiste breathed his last in a hospital in the capital. He was 92 years old.
1 September 2023, 06:11 AM

I'm open to working with Shakib Khan again: Sayantika Banerjee

Looking back, Sayantika Banerjee has previously been featured in Indo-Bangladesh joint venture "Naqaab" (2018), where she shared the screen with Shakib Khan. 
1 September 2023, 06:10 AM

'If we overcome budget issues, we can outshine Bollywood'

2023 has been a great year for Shamol Mawla, as six OTT projects featuring the actor were released until now. “Each character I have donned so far in the web arena is different from one another,” said the “Mohanagar” famed actor.
1 September 2023, 02:42 AM

True beauty of Bangladesh lies in its villages: Salahuddin Lavlu

Noted actor-director Salahuddin Lavlu began his journey with Aranyak Natyadal. Soon after, he joined the television industry and gained praises from the audience for his spontaneity and brilliance. Taking one leap at a time, the artiste ventured into directing television drama serials and captivated the masses with his directorial debut, “Molla Barir Bou”.
31 August 2023, 13:10 PM

Are actresses not allowed to age?

Whenever actresses start to reach their 40’s and 50’s, they are pinned with such demeaning questions. Some actresses prefer to hide their age due to the social stigma while others try to flaunt it.
31 August 2023, 12:31 PM

Three Bangladeshi films selected for Busan International Film Festival

The curtains are set to rise on October 4 in South Korea, marking the commencement of the 28th edition of the esteemed Busan International Film Festival. This year, three films from Bangladesh have grabbed the spotlight and secured a place at this prestigious event.
31 August 2023, 10:36 AM

Salman Khan starrer film falls flat in Bangladeshi theatres

On the first day of its release, Star Cineplex screened a total of 18 shows in seven branches. However, due to the lack of audience demand, the number of shows have been reduced to only four shows each in two branches of the Cineplex.
31 August 2023, 10:29 AM

Weaving untold stories through cinema

Considered one of the most important figures in Bengalee cinema, Rituparno pioneered an era of inclusivity and art. 
31 August 2023, 09:39 AM

Rituparno’s lens: Masterful storytelling and conversations on human relationships

Rituparno Ghosh was not only a master of capturing the complexities of human relationships but also had an uncanny knack for portraying table conversations with a depth that is rare in cinema.
31 August 2023, 09:22 AM

'Jawan' trailer: SRK hijacks trains, wants 'Alia Bhatt'

The trailer of Shah Rukh Khan's much-awaited film "Jawan" is out. The King Khan is seen hijacking trains and fighting to save the country in Atlee's film. 
31 August 2023, 07:01 AM

Hollywood writers-actors' strike dampen Venice Film Festival's fervor

The writer guild strike has shut down both television and movie productions and has prevented actors from promoting big studio movies as well as films made by streamers like Netflix.
31 August 2023, 06:08 AM

'Antarjal' promotional song to release soon 

Prior to its release, the makers decided to shoot a promotional song with the core team members at BFDC on Tuesday. 
31 August 2023, 05:29 AM

BANFF Mountain Film Festival to kick off in September 

Lilly Nicholls, high commissioner for Canada in Bangladesh, will be present at the inaugural ceremony of the BANFF Mountain Film Festival.
31 August 2023, 05:14 AM

Breaking Bad stars Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul reunite on picket lines

Breaking Bad's cast has reunited to urge Hollywood companies to begin negotiations with strike actors. 
31 August 2023, 05:05 AM

Blender's Choice-The Daily Star to celebrate the best of OTT 

Nominations in 28 categories have been announced yesterday; Out of which, 14 are for Film/Drama/Story, four for Music, four Critics award and six for content creators.
31 August 2023, 03:00 AM

Raihan Rafi to make another web film based on true events

“Damal” director and the cast for the new web-film have been tight-lipped about “Omimagshito”. Albeit, Raihan Rafi did share that he is currently invested in a new project.
30 August 2023, 14:47 PM

Why isn't there a 'hero' opposite Dighi in 'Deyal'?

Dighi recently wrapped up filming for the anthology film "Jibon Jua", where she starred in the story, "Priyo Prakton". In this story, she shared the screen with Sudip Biswas Deep.
30 August 2023, 11:40 AM

Afzal Hossain said you should have been beaten up: Sazu Khadem

Recently, Sazu Khadem film "1971 Shei Shob Din" has been released in theatres, gaining massive responses from the audiences. Many have reacted strongly to the film, some even shedding tears. But the hatred for Sazu Khadem's character Rayhan, a Rajakar, remains synonymous among all.
30 August 2023, 10:53 AM

Farooki debuts as actor with Tisha in ‘Something Like an Autobiography’

Celebrity couple Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and Nusrat Imrose Tisha will be coming together on screen for the first time for his film “Something like an Autobiography”, one of the 12 love stories from anthology film series “Ministry of Love.” The on-screen duo also co-wrote the screenplay for the web-film.
30 August 2023, 09:13 AM

Zayed Khan spotted with Kolkata actress Sayantika

Despite defying rumours of collaborations with Sayantika Banerjee, “Antor Jala” actor Zayed Khan had been spotted shooting with the actress in Cox’s bazar for Taju Kamrul’s  “Chayabaz”.
30 August 2023, 07:46 AM