Known as the author of 'Bong Theke Bangla', Rizia Rahman is an eminent novelist who has carved a place for herself in Bengali literature. Born in 1939, she has authored many memorable books, the most notable ones being 'Bong Theke Bangla (1978)', 'Rokter Okshor (1978)', 'Ghar-Bhanga-Ghar (1974)', 'Uttar Purush (1977)', 'Surja Sabuj Rakta (1980)', 'Ekal Cirokal (1984)', the autobiography 'Nodi Nirobodhi (2011)' and many more.

The match of our very own Masuma Rahman Nabila and corporate honcho Jubaidul Haque Reem makes us believe that marriages are indeed made in heaven. Ever since they tied the knot, this couple inspired us with their love and portrayed a blissful picture of lifelong promises. Two weeks after their marriage, they came to The Daily Star Centre and shared bits and pieces of their beautiful journey together. Let us take you through the journey filled with love and laughter and listen to what this stunning couple has to say about marriage!

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After Ekti Cinemar Golpo, Arifin Shuvoo and Rituparna Sengupta are all set to find their ultimate true love - the love for food! Rituparna and Shuvoo will be seen in a movie named Aha Re where Shuvoo will play

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Recently launched with the aim of promoting prominent examples of films, music, art and theatre dramas that represent the rich culture of Bangladesh, Culture Initiatives is a brand new platform organized by The Daily Star. Hosted

News anchor turned actor Bubly is pairing up with Shakib in this film, directed by Uttam Akash. This famous pair has already entertained us with some other popular films including Shootar, Bossgiri and Rangbaaz.

After a break of almost four years, Bangladesh Musical Bands Association, better known as BAMBA, recently arranged a mega concert, 'BAMBA Live Chapter 1', in Dhaka. The turnout was huge, with the spacious hall room of the International Convention Centre, Bashundhara, filled to the brim with fans eager to get a glimpse of their favorite bands and listen to their all-time hits. 11 of the 27 bands under the umbrella of BAMBA, including Warfaze, Miles,

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He is the Editor of the quarterly publication 'Theatre' being published since 1972 and owns a theatre school. He is a Senate and Syndicate Member of National University and is a Senate Member of Dhaka University. Ramendu Majumdar is the Chairman and Managing Director of an advertising firm, Expressions Ltd. He founded Expressions in 1993 after working for the firm Bitopi Leo Burnett for 21 years. He will be cherished forever for his countless contributions in the cultural arena of Bangladesh.

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Shurer Dhara started its journey 25 years ago on Pahela Baishakh, with a handful of students in the living room of a house in Lalmatia of Dhaka. Inspired by the encouragement of prominent Tagore artist and “Guru” Kanika Bandyopadhyay, Rezwana Choudhury Bannya set up the esteemed music school in 1992 with the aim to promote the ideals of Rabindranath Tagore through his songs. Ever since, the music school has played a significant role in spreading the joy and underlying messages of Tagore songs in our country.