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21 September 2026 Entertainment

Showbiz veterans voice hopes for new government

With the country entering a new political chapter following the parliamentary election, attention is also turning to the future of the cultural sector. Artistes across disciplines are hoping for stability, institutional support and an environment where creative expression can thrive without fear or disruption.
17 February 2026

Mosharraf Karim, Aisha Khan team up for two Eid dramas

Acclaimed actor Mosharraf Karim has returned to Bangladesh after performing Umrah in Saudi Arabia and has already resumed work on two new television dramas directed by Sagar Jahan.
17 February 2026

Veteran duo Abul Hayat and Dolly Zahur reunite in ‘Life Is Beautiful’

Two of Bangladesh’s most respected veteran actors, Abul Hayat and Dolly Zahur, have come together for a new television drama titled “Life Is Beautiful”. Written by Shafikur Rahman Shantanu and directed by Chayanika Chowdhury, the drama has been produced by Jamal Hossain.
17 February 2026

After years of harsh politics, civility feels unreal: Ashfaque Nipun

Filmmaker Ashfaque Nipun has shared positive remarks regarding the recent election atmosphere and political civility, expressing appreciation for what he described as a shift in tone.
17 February 2026

Oscar winning-actor Robert Duvall known for Godfather, Apocalypse Now dies at 95

His first movie part was the mysterious recluse Boo Radley in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'
17 February 2026

Israeli producer of 'Tehran' TV series found dead in Athens hotel, police officials say

Body discovered after relative made failed attempts to reach her
16 February 2026

Valentine’s short ‘Mystery In Bloom’ premieres tomorrow on Bongo

Unlike traditional love stories, "Mystery In Bloom" focuses on presence and emotional resonance. The director, whose previous work, “The Road to My Father,” earned selections at 10 international film festivals, brings a blend of Swedish and Bangladeshi cultural sensibilities to this production.
16 February 2026

Sushmita Chatterjee on working with Siam in ‘Rakkhosh’

West Bengal actors Jyotirmoyee Kundu and Sushmita Chatterjee are set to make their Dhallywood debuts this Eid-ul-Fitr. While Jyotirmoyee recently spoke about acting opposite Shakib Khan in “Prince”, Sushmita has now opened up about her experience working with Siam Ahmed in the upcoming action-romance “Rakkhosh”.
16 February 2026

Anil Kapoor credits ‘insecurity’ for his relentless energy

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor has revealed that the secret behind his seemingly boundless energy may actually be rooted in insecurity.
16 February 2026

Kakababu franchise expands with fifth film ‘Bhoyongkor Sundor’

The film will be set in Kashmir, against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains, blue lakes and sweeping valleys — terrain that promises both visual spectacle and hidden intrigue.
16 February 2026

Berlinale filmmakers make creative leaps over location obstacles

As ever the Berlin Film Festival is offering viewers a window into stories from across the world -- but what to do when filmmakers face obstacles in working in the countries that their stories come from?
16 February 2026

Mostafizur Noor Imran makes directorial debut with ‘Djinner Bachcha’

A new horror film titled “Djinner Bachcha” is set to premiere on Chorki on February 19. Billed as a Chorki exclusive, the film promises a chilling story built around an unsettling question: why does a jinn’s child appear inside a human household?
16 February 2026

‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’ hits one million views in 35 minutes

The 30th episode premiered on the Cinemawala YouTube channel on Friday at 3:00pm, after being postponed by a day due to the national election. Within just over half an hour, the episode surpassed the one-million mark, according to the platform’s live view counter.
15 February 2026

Dhanush faces legal notice as production house seeks ₹20 crore over stalled film

According to a report by OneIndia Tamil, the issue relates to a film titled “Naan Rudran”, which the actor allegedly agreed to star in and direct in 2016. The notice claims that although the makers accepted later changes to the plan, the actor did not provide the full screenplay, causing the project to remain incomplete for years.
15 February 2026

‘Wuthering Heights’ tops Friday box office with $11m on opening day

“Wuthering Heights” led the North American box office on Friday, outperforming fellow new releases “GOAT” and “Crime 101” to secure the top position.
15 February 2026

Many assume I live abroad, that's not true: Sumaiya Shimu

After a long break from acting, Shimu returned in January last year with Nuhash Humayun’s anthology web series “Dui Shaw”. Her performance in the series was well received.
15 February 2026

Mehazabien Chowdhury shares dreamy pics, celebrates first marriage anniversary

Actress Mehazabien Chowdhury and director Adnan Al Rajeev have celebrated one year of marriage, sharing heartfelt messages and photos on social media to mark the milestone.
14 February 2026

Jason Momoa calls Shah Rukh Khan a ‘gentleman’

Hollywood star Jason Momoa has heaped praise on Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, describing him as a “gentleman” and even calling him a “better actor and performer.”
14 February 2026

Spider-Noir teaser: Nicolas Cage unveils gritty, black-and-white Spider-Man twist

Nicolas Cage is stepping into a darker corner of the Marvel universe as the first teaser for “Spider-Noir” drops — and fans are already buzzing about its striking black-and-white aesthetic.
14 February 2026

Arundhati Roy walks out of Berlin Film Festival over Gaza stance

During the press conference, jury president Wim Wenders was asked about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. He responded by saying cinema should “stay out of politics.” Another jury member called it “unfair” to expect them to take a position on the issue.
14 February 2026