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21 September 2026 Entertainment

Official poster of ‘Bonolota Express’ unveiled

After much anticipation, the official poster for the film “Bonolota Express”, directed by Tanim Noor, has been released. The poster was launched this evening across all social media platforms of Hoichoi Bangladesh and other associated artistes, crew and partners.
26 February 2026

Maasranga Television to air world TV premieres of ‘Utshob’ and ‘Kajolrekha’ this Eid

Maasranga Television has announced a special Eid lineup, featuring the world television premieres of two highly acclaimed Bangladeshi films — “Utshob” and “Kajolrekha”.
26 February 2026

Pro-Palestine protest erupts at ‘Scream 7’ premiere

Demonstrators waved Palestinian flags and carried placards reading “Cancel Paramount+” and “Stand For Free Speech Boycott Scream 7,” while chants of “Boycott Scream 7” and “Free, free, free Palestine” echoed alongside drums and brass instruments. Inside the venue, however, the noise reportedly reached the red carpet only faintly as cast members posed for photographs.
26 February 2026

De Niro calls Trump ‘enemy of the country’, breaks down in tears

During the interview, the host brought up De Niro’s 1981 Academy Award acceptance speech. He had thanked everyone around him in that speech. When asked why he always tried to lift people up, the actor became emotional and struggled to hold back his tears.
26 February 2026

Peya Jannatul criticises brands for turning animal distress into ‘content’

Model, lawyer and actor Peya Jannatul has criticised brands for using the suffering of a motherless baby monkey as promotional “content”.
26 February 2026

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s family issues statement on ‘heart attack’ rumours

According to a statement issued by his family, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is in good health and doing perfectly well. The statement clarified that he only underwent a routine medical examination and there is nothing to worry about.
26 February 2026

Cineplex brings ‘Scream 7’ this weekend

The story follows Sidney Prescott, now living quietly in Indiana, as a new Ghostface killer targets her daughter, forcing her to confront her past. Roger L. Jackson reprises the voice of Ghostface. According to Deadline Hollywood, the film is projected to post a strong opening weekend, potentially becoming the franchise’s second-highest debut after “Scream VI”.
25 February 2026

Pran Roy sells his car as Kakoli’s medical costs rise

According to Pran Roy, Kakoli’s treatment currently costs more than Tk 8,000 per day. The stroke has left one side of her face partially paralysed, and she is still unable to speak normally.
25 February 2026

Mosharraf Karim to feature in Eid special ‘Ityadi’

An Eid special is often synonymous with added surprises — and when the name is “Ityadi”, expectations naturally soar. For more than two decades, the programme has remained equally popular among older viewers and the digital generation alike, regularly securing a place on YouTube’s trending list. This Eid will be no exception.
25 February 2026

Netflix unveils first teaser for ‘Pride and Prejudice’ adaptation

Netflix has released the first teaser for its upcoming adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice”, offering audiences a glimpse of Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet and Jack Lowden as Mr Darcy.
25 February 2026

Robert Carradine dies at 71

In a statement shared with US media, Carradine’s family expressed deep sorrow at his passing, describing him as a source of light and warmth to those around him. They also revealed that he had been living with bipolar disorder for nearly two decades, calling attention to the importance of addressing the stigma surrounding mental illness.
25 February 2026

Raihan Rafi means diversity and something new: Azizul Hakim

Regarding Raihan Rafi’s body of work, he said, “I have watched his other films. He makes outstanding cinema, which is why audiences go to see his films. I have watched them myself. Rafi means diversity and something new.”
25 February 2026

The story of an 8 million taka Lithuanian grant behind a 25 million taka film

According to the most recent national film grant circular issued by the Bangladesh government, applicants are still required to submit twelve printed copies of their proposals. Each copy must include the full script, production plan, and detailed lists of cast and crew.
24 February 2026

Tom Hanks to play Lincoln in ‘Lincoln in the Bardo’ adaptation

Adapted by author George Saunders from his own Booker Prize-winning novel, the story imagines Lincoln’s grief after the death of his 11-year-old son Willie during the American Civil War.
24 February 2026

Winona Ryder joins ‘Wednesday’ season 3

Winona Ryder is set to appear as a guest star in Season 3 of Netflix’s hit series “Wednesday”, marking a high-profile reunion with Jenna Ortega and director Tim Burton.
24 February 2026

Jovan and Totini reunite for Eid drama ‘Mon Foring’

Popular on-screen duo Farhan Ahmed Jovan and Tanjim Saiyara Totini are set to return this Eid with a special television drama titled “Mon Foring”.
24 February 2026

Channel i to air six films over Eid holidays

Channel i has announced a special lineup of film premieres for the upcoming Eid, featuring six new movies to be aired over six consecutive days.
24 February 2026

Lily Collins to star as Audrey Hepburn in ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ project

Actor Lily Collins is set to portray screen legend Audrey Hepburn in a forthcoming film centred on the making of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, the 1961 romantic comedy widely regarded as Hepburn’s most iconic role.
24 February 2026

The emotional cost of female ambition on screen

When every powerful woman on screen is depicted as overworked and cold, the idea of feminine leadership becomes tied to self sacrifice and emotional distance.
24 February 2026

‘Boong’ director Lakshmipriya Devi spotlights Manipur unrest at BAFTA

Devi’s film “Boong”, produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, won the Best Children’s & Family Film award, bringing global recognition to the northeastern Indian region.
23 February 2026