Indian stars hail students after education minister submits resignation
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26 July 2026, 14:00 PM Entertainment
‘Ityadi’ heads to Lakshmipur with Nishat Mazumder, Dilara Zaman
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26 July 2026, 13:43 PM Entertainment
Idhika Paul joins Srijit Mukherji’s new detective film
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26 July 2026, 10:32 AM Entertainment
Aparna Sen backs Indian student protesters, condemns police action
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25 July 2026, 13:50 PM Entertainment
Salman Khan shares cryptic message amid backlash over CJP protest remarks
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25 July 2026, 13:33 PM TV & Film
Star Cineplex brings four new Hollywood films to the big screen
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25 July 2026, 10:56 AM TV & Film
Anjan Dutt backs Delhi student protests, salutes the protesters
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24 July 2026, 14:07 PM Entertainment
John Cusack backs NEET protesters, shares Arundhati Roy’s article
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24 July 2026, 13:37 PM Entertainment
Johnny Depp returns to Hollywood after 8 years as Ebenezer Scrooge
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24 July 2026, 12:13 PM TV & Film

Ike Barinholtz nears deal to play Elon Musk in OpenAI film ‘Artificial’

Emmy-nominated actor Ike Barinholtz is reportedly in negotiations to portray Elon Musk in Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming film “Artificial”, a comedic drama set in the high-stakes world of artificial intelligence (AI).
24 July 2025, 07:33 AM

Netflix renews ‘Wednesday’ for Season 3 ahead of Season 2 premiere

This time, Wednesday returns to Nevermore to confront a mysterious new enemy while trying to save her werewolf roommate Enid.
24 July 2025, 06:51 AM

Benedict Cumberbatch criticises Hollywood’s environmental impact

Acclaimed actor Benedict Cumberbatch has taken aim at Hollywood for its lack of sustainability, calling the entertainment industry “grossly wasteful” and urging significant changes in how productions manage resources.
24 July 2025, 04:25 AM

Hans Zimmer to compose alongside Labrinth for ‘Euphoria’ Season 3

Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer has joined the third season of HBO’s acclaimed drama series “Euphoria”, alongside returning composer Labrinth.
24 July 2025, 04:07 AM

Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Bandar’ starring Bobby Deol to premiere at TIFF 2025

Bobby Deol’s upcoming film “Bandar (Monkey in a Cage)”, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, is set to have its world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2025.
23 July 2025, 12:04 PM

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ will bring Peter Parker back to his roots

Marvel Studios is heading back to basics with its next Spider-Man installment, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day”, bringing Tom Holland’s Peter Parker back to the gritty streets of New York City to tackle local crime instead of multiverse chaos.
23 July 2025, 05:48 AM

Venice Film Fest to launch with global stars, acclaimed directors, and Oscar contenders

This year’s competition features an impressive lineup of A-listers. Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Emma Stone, Dwayne Johnson, Adam Sandler, and Idris Elba are all attached to major premieres. Stone reunites with Yorgos Lanthimos for “Bugonia”, an English-language remake of the Korean sci-fi comedy “Save the Green Planet!” Meanwhile, Clooney leads Noah Baumbach’s latest, “Jay Kelly”, playing a well-known actor navigating Europe alongside his longtime manager.
23 July 2025, 05:10 AM

Cinema halls closed in solidarity after Milestone jet crash

Expressing solidarity with the victims and their families, the Film Exhibitors Association issued a statement late last night. Secretary Awlad Hossain said the organisation is “deeply saddened by the loss of so many young lives” and prays for the swift recovery of those injured.
22 July 2025, 06:03 AM

Jafar Panahi named Asian Filmmaker of the Year by Busan Intl Film Festival

Panahi, acclaimed globally for his courageous filmmaking, has earned top accolades from the world’s three major film festivals: the Palme d’Or at Cannes this year for “It Was Just an Accident”, the Golden Lion at Venice for “The Circle” (2002), and the Golden Bear at Berlin for “Taxi” (2015).
22 July 2025, 05:54 AM

Johnny Depp boards ‘Hyde’ graphic novel series from Ridley Scott

Johnny Depp is stepping into the shadows as Mr Hyde in a new graphic novel series titled “Hyde”, inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s “Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde”. The project is a collaboration between Ridley Scott, Depp, and production company Mechanical Cake, with all three holding joint ownership of the property.
22 July 2025, 05:27 AM

'Cosby Show' star Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies by drowning at 54

American actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who played Bill Cosby's son Theo on the 1980s groundbreaking television hit "The Cosby Show," died at age 54 on Monday by drowning, a law enforcement source confirmed to Reuters.
22 July 2025, 05:19 AM

Two Bangladeshi films selected for Asian Project Market at Busan Film Festival

The Asian Project Market (APM), a key segment of the Busan International Film Festival in South Korea, plays a vital role in connecting filmmakers with renowned producers, co-producers, and distributors from across the globe. Offering financial and technical support, the APM has grown into one of Asia’s largest film markets, drawing significant interest from emerging filmmakers.
22 July 2025, 05:01 AM

Anne Hathaway unveils first look as Andy Sachs in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’

Anne Hathaway has shared the first glimpse of her return as Andy Sachs in the upcoming sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2”, scheduled for release in May 2026. The image, posted on social media, has already created a buzz among fans.
22 July 2025, 04:54 AM

Uttara Milestone College plane crash: At least 19 dead, celebrities rally to support victims and families

The devastating crash has shocked the nation, prompting an outpouring of grief and solidarity. Celebrities and public figures have taken to social media to express their heartbreak, while many have also stepped up to help—coordinating hospital support, managing emergency blood donations, and assisting in identifying the victims.
21 July 2025, 11:33 AM

Amazon eyes Jacob Elordi, Tom Holland, Harris Dickinson for next ‘James Bond’ film

The hunt for the next James Bond is heating up, with fresh contenders joining the long-running speculation around who will don the iconic tuxedo in the 26th instalment of the legendary franchise.
21 July 2025, 08:12 AM

‘Superman’ still soars past box office rivals, tops $400m globally

With strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews behind it, “Superman” is inching toward the billion-dollar benchmark. It’s a promising sign for Warner Bros. and DC Studios, which have a lot riding on this film as the foundation of their ambitious 10-year plan to reboot the franchise after the collapse of the DC Extended Universe.
21 July 2025, 06:39 AM

Marvel to recast X-Men, Tony Stark after ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’

Marvel Studios is preparing to introduce a new era of superheroes following the release of “Avengers: Secret Wars” in 2027, including fresh faces for iconic roles such as the X-Men and Tony Stark.
21 July 2025, 04:42 AM

‘It was unfair to him’: James Gunn on letting Henry Cavill go as Superman

James Gunn is opening up about the difficult conversation he had with Henry Cavill regarding he actor’s departure from the role of Superman.
20 July 2025, 07:22 AM

Alexander Payne to lead Venice jury as Fernanda Torres, Rasoulof, Mungiu join lineup

Oscar-nominated director Alexander Payne returns to the Lido as president of the main competition jury. Joining him are Brazilian actress and writer Fernanda Torres (“I’m Still Here”), Iranian auteur Mohammad Rasoulof (“The Seed of the Sacred Fig”), and Palme d’Or-winning Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu (“4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days”).
20 July 2025, 07:10 AM

DIFF calls for screenplay submissions for 2026

Open to filmmakers from across Asia, the lab will select ten finalists whose screenplays will be mentored by international experts during the festival. The top three scripts will receive development funding of TK 500,000, 300,000, and 200,000 respectively.
20 July 2025, 07:00 AM