‘Bad Boys 4’ on pause after Will Smith Oscars slap

Hollywood actor Will Smith smacked presenter Chris Rock in the face and shouted a vulgarity at the comedian for making a joke about his wife’s hairstyle in a shocking moment overshadowing the Oscars ceremony recently.
2 April 2022, 18:00 PM

'Heartbroken' Will Smith resigns from film academy

Actor Will Smith has resigned from Hollywood's Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, saying on Friday that his slapping of presenter Chris Rock on stage at this year's Oscars ceremony was "shocking, painful and inexcusable."
2 April 2022, 03:06 AM

‘RRR is bigger than The Batman due to good use of VFX’

Noted Indian director SS Rajaamouli’s epic action-drama Telugu film, “RRR” has been getting a tremendous response in theatres.
1 April 2022, 18:00 PM

‘Morbius’ review-bombed by critics

Sony’s latest Spider-Man Universe movie, “Morbius”, directed by Daniel Espinosa, has not been a hit among critics.
1 April 2022, 18:00 PM

‘Hawa’ poster unveiled

The poster of Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s much-awaited film “Hawa” was released recently. The production revolves around the story of eight fishermen and a mysterious snake charmer, trapped in a fishing trawler without a set destination in the abyss.
1 April 2022, 18:00 PM

I had nothing to lose with ‘Nikhoj’

A daughter’s disparity, a son struggling with anxiety and depression, and a wife lost in the maze of shattered reality sets up the premise for Reehan Rahman’s mystery series, “Nikhoj”. After garnering rave reviews for productions like “Spondon”, “Makorsha”, “Niyoti”, and “Promotion”, Reehan finally returned with an intriguing story on Chorki.
1 April 2022, 18:00 PM

Police offered to arrest Will Smith, Chris Rock denied: Oscars producer

Oscars producer Will Packer said Los Angeles police were ready to arrest Will Smith after Smith slapped Chris Rock on the Academy Awards stage.
1 April 2022, 03:14 AM

‘Shimu: Made in Bangladesh’ to release in Japan

Rubaiyat Hossain’s acclaimed film, “Shimu: Made in Bangladesh”, hit local theatres on March 11. Now, it is set to release in Japan on April 16.
31 March 2022, 18:00 PM

My parents believed that I deserved the National Award: Kona

Prominent singer Dilshad Nahar Kona is a widely recognised voice in Bangladesh for her melodious songs. She won her first National Film Award for “Tui Ki Amar Hobi Re” from “Bishwoshundori”, and has a packed schedule with live shows and concerts.
31 March 2022, 18:00 PM

‘Game of Thrones’ prequel ‘House of the Dragon’ to premiere in August

HBO announced on Wednesday that its hotly anticipated "Game of Thrones" prequel, "House of the Dragon," will debut on August 21.
31 March 2022, 10:03 AM

Chris Rock returns to stage first time after Oscars

Comedian Chris Rock returned to the stage Wednesday for the first time since being slapped by Will Smith at the Oscars, receiving rapturous applause from a Boston audience.
31 March 2022, 03:24 AM

Will Smith refused to leave Oscars after slap: Academy

Will Smith refused a request to leave the Oscars ceremony after he slapped presenter Chris Rock, Hollywood's film academy said on Wednesday as it started a process that could lead to the best actor winner's expulsion from the group.
31 March 2022, 03:09 AM

Bruce Willis diagnosed with aphasia; to step away from acting: Family

Hollywood actor Bruce Willis is suffering from aphasia and his family announced on Wednesday that he will be taking a break from acting.
30 March 2022, 18:09 PM

Mahiya Mahi dispels pregnancy rumours

Rumours were circulating about Mahiya Mahi expecting a child, after she came back from Umrah.
30 March 2022, 18:00 PM

Banglavision to celebrate its 16th birth anniversary today

Popular TV channel Banglavision will celebrate its 16th anniversary today, with festivities and special programmes.
30 March 2022, 18:00 PM

How Studio Ghibli uses fantasy to deal with trauma

Studio Ghibli, the trail-blazing Goliath of the Japanese animation industry, has a house style that’s hard to miss.
30 March 2022, 18:00 PM

Embracing period and puberty with Turning Red

Pixar takes the coming-of-age arc giving it a realistic makeover.
30 March 2022, 18:00 PM

I never compromise with my roles: Chanchal Chowdhury

Actor Chanchal Chowdhury is known for being selective about his films. The noted actor debuted in films with his super hit film “Monpura.” Since then, the actor has been showcasing his acting prowess.
30 March 2022, 12:16 PM

Academy promises ‘appropriate action’ against Will Smith over Oscars slap

Following the Will Smith controversy at the 2022 Oscars ceremony, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) said that it is “upset and outraged" over the actor's behaviour and it will take "appropriate action" soon. 
30 March 2022, 10:29 AM

Bangladeshi short film ‘Ashlesha’ honoured at USA’s Independent Shorts Awards

Director Akib Mahmud’s short film “Ashlesha” won the Best Experimental Film award at the Independent Shorts Awards in Los Angeles, USA.
30 March 2022, 10:20 AM