28 years later, ‘Hothat Brishti’ gets a new chapter
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23 September 2026 Entertainment
Red Sea Film Festival cancels 2026 edition, set to return next year
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23 September 2026 Entertainment
New platform for independent film screenings launches
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23 September 2026 TV & Film
Saad’s new ‘Mission’
23 September 2026 Entertainment
If the government wants to help, I will not accept it: Rifat Chowdhury
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22 September 2026 Entertainment
Shapla Kuri 2026 preliminary selection begins
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22 September 2026 Entertainment
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ to end with third season
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22 September 2026 TV & Film
‘Abar Hothat Brishti’ to hit cinemas in October
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21 September 2026 TV & Film
‘Come on, troll me now’: Salman Khan hits back at ‘dadajaan’ memes
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21 September 2026 TV & Film

Nuhash Humayun’s ‘Waqt’ heads to SXSW Sydney

“Waqt” tells the tale of five friends whose sins spiral into five eerie, supernatural fates.
6 October 2025

Bangladeshi documentary ‘Beyond Peace - Story of Goundam’ listed in Cannes Film Agency Catalogue 2025

Described as a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the triumph of hope over adversity, the documentary highlights the extraordinary impact of compassion and collaboration in one of the world’s most challenging environments. Its inclusion in the Cannes catalogue marks another significant step for Bangladeshi storytellers on the global stage.
5 October 2025

Veteran actor Sandhya Shantaram passes away at 87

Sandhya Shantaram, the celebrated actor known for her iconic performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, died in Mumbai on Saturday, at the age of 87.
5 October 2025

‘It’s awkward and bewildering’: Runa Khan on online misuse of her videos

“I’ve noticed for a long time that many fake pages are using my photos and video interviews, claiming I lost weight by using their products,” said Runa. “But what can I even say to them? I’ve shared my real journey so many times—it’s been more than four years now. And when I see my own colleagues involved in such activities, using these products, or even going through surgeries, I honestly have nothing more to say.”
5 October 2025

Fazlul Haque Memorial Award to honour Raihan Rafi and Alimuzzaman

Each year, it recognises distinguished contributions in filmmaking and film journalism, accompanied by a cash prize, certificate and crest.
5 October 2025

Film of Manna Dey’s ‘Coffee House’ set to roll in October

A film inspired by the timeless Manna Dey classic “Coffee House” is heading to the big screen, with shooting scheduled to begin on October 7. The production will take place across scenic locations in North Bengal and Kolkata.
5 October 2025

Short film ‘Nidrasur’ explores the struggles of sleeplessness

Now, Boyati has returned to the short film format with “Nidrasur,” also titled “Sweet Sleep” in English.
5 October 2025

‘Alice in Borderland’ struggles to escape its own maze

The new season begins back in the mortal world, where Arisu and Usagi are living as a married couple, supposedly free of the horrors that nearly consumed them. Their peace, however, does not last. Usagi, still haunted by her father’s absence, becomes vulnerable to the manipulations of Ryuji Matsuyama, a researcher obsessed with proving Borderland’s existence.
5 October 2025

Bangladeshi film ‘Shekor’ to premiere in Toronto

The film’s cinematography was handled by Sahil Rony, with art direction by Tarek Bablu, editing by Mahfuzul Haque Ashiq, and music composed by Rokon Emon. Based on a novel by expatriate writer Sanaual Mostafa, the screenplay, direction, and production of “Shekor” were undertaken by the director himself under his banner, Imation Creator.
4 October 2025

I treat negative commenters as background noise: Yash Rohan

He faced a flood of negative comments over his post related to Bijaya Dashami
4 October 2025

Adam Driver and Anne Hathaway to star in military drama ‘Alone at Dawn’

Amazon MGM Studios has announced “Alone at Dawn”, a new military drama directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Ron Howard and starring Adam Driver and Anne Hathaway. The film will be released in theatres before streaming on Amazon.
4 October 2025

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s wedding date revealed

Rumours about their romance first began after the duo starred together in the 2018 blockbuster “Geetha Govindam” and reunited in the 2019 film “Dear Comrade.”
4 October 2025

Nawba Tahiya eases into the spotlight

In an industry where young actors often stumble under the weight of early fame, Nawba Tahiya Hossain has managed to do something rare—grow naturally into the spotlight. Barely out of her teens, she has already carried dramas that racked up millions of views and made her OTT debut alongside big names. Her story begins at the premises of Bangladesh Shishu Academy, where a little girl once sat with other children on Thursdays, learning how to recite poems and speak with confidence.
3 October 2025

Canadian theatre halts Indian film screenings after arson and shooting attacks

Film.ca Cinemas CEO Jeff Knoll added in a video message: “Recently, someone even tried to burn the theatre down because of our South Asian screenings. We want our community to feel safe. We did not miss a single show and remain committed to our audience. At the same time, we regret any inconvenience caused, as safety must come first.”
3 October 2025

Finished ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’? Let’s find your next binge

Plenty of shows and movies capture the exact same feelings that hooked us on TSITP—so consider this a fan-to-fan guide to what to watch next. Each of these picks delivers a flavor of TSITP, whether it’s the romance, the setting, or the emotional gut punches we secretly live for.
3 October 2025

Prince William pledges to bring change to the monarchy

Prince of Wales admitted he wants to modernise aspects of royal tradition while preserving what still holds meaning.
3 October 2025

Cillian Murphy to executive produce ‘Peaky Blinders’ sequel series

The Shelby family saga is set to continue, as Netflix and the BBC have commissioned a two-season sequel to “Peaky Blinders”, set in 1953 Britain.
3 October 2025

Two new Bengali films open amid a crowded release calendar

After a busy few months at the box office, two new Bangladeshi features — “Bachelor in Trip” and “Bandhob” — arrive in cinemas today, joining seven other recent releases competing for audience attention across the country.
3 October 2025

Stars celebrate Durga Puja at home and abroad

Durga Puja, the biggest festival for the Bangladeshi Hindu community, ended yesterday with Bijoya Dashami. This year, many familiar faces from the film and television world marked the occasion in their own distinctive ways—some with family, some on stage, and some thousands of miles away from home.
2 October 2025

Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac unleash horror in the new ‘Frankenstein’ trailer

Netflix has released the trailer for Guillermo del Toro’s upcoming directorial, “Frankenstein”, featuring Jacob Elordi, Oscar Isaac, and Mia Goth in lead roles.
2 October 2025