Shababa Rashid champions authentic beauty in social media’s filter era

24 May 2026, 20:19 PM Fashion & Beauty
Redefine beauty standards with Dhaka makeup artist Shababa Rashid of AnewMakeover. Rejecting artificial digital filters, this innovative stylist champions natural skin texture, tropical climate realities, and soft glam enhancements that empower clients to embrace authenticity.

5 epic destinations in Asia that won’t cost a fortune

Discover budget-friendly Asian travel destinations from Bangladesh, exploring Nepal, Bhutan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand to experience breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class street food while creating unforgettable memories without breaking your bank account.

Why renaming PCOS to PMOS matters more than we think

14 May 2026, 16:17 PM Health & Fitness
Experts have recommended renaming PCOS to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Learn why this change matters for your health and diagnosis.

How to stay safe in a heatwave
16 April 2026, 19:42 PM Health & Fitness
Stay fit this Eid without skipping your favourite foods
18 March 2026, 06:08 AM Health & Fitness
Why you should eat dates every day even after Ramadan
18 March 2026, 03:49 AM Health & Fitness
The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh
6 February 2023, 02:17 AM Life & Living Multimedia
Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
1 February 2023, 12:48 PM Life & Living
Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

Bangla movie HAWA, crowd favourite GULTI and the magic of cinema

Hawa is a Bangladeshi mystery-drama film, written and directed by Mejbaur Rahman Sumon. The film is produced by Facecard Productions and Sun Music & Motion Pictures Limited and has become one of the trendiest movies of the year. The film stars Chanchal Chowdhury as Chan Majhi, Nazifa Tushi as Gulti, and Sariful Razz as Ibrahim or Iba, amongst others. A few days ago, Gulti, a protagonist of the trending movie Hawa, sat amongst the crowd at Chitra Mahal cinema hall in Old Dhaka, to relive the magic of cinema amongst real men.
13 August 2022, 02:00 AM

From Artist to Fatherhood: Sariful Razz’s Journey

Before debuting in Dhallywood, Sariful Razz worked as a ramp model showcasing his talent in the world of fashion. After building a reputation of being a professional model, Razz made his debut in Dhallywood in 2016. The name of his first film was Ice Cream where he acted opposite Nazifa Tushi.
12 August 2022, 01:12 AM

Architect Marina Tabassum wins Millennium Lifetime Achievement Award at Lisbon Triennale

Noted Bangladeshi architect and 2021 Soane Medalist Marina Tabassum has been named as the winner of the Millennium Lifetime Achievement Award at the upcoming Lisbon Architecture Triennale 2022.
11 August 2022, 15:30 PM

How to take care of curly hair

Five ways you can take care of your curly hair.
11 August 2022, 11:51 AM

Top 5 must-see mesmerising waterfalls in Bangladesh

From Sylhet to Bandarban, Bangladesh is blessed with mesmerising waterfalls. As they get lively in monsoon, the peak time to visit is between July and September. Keeping that in mind we recommend 5 must see waterfalls in Bangladesh.
11 August 2022, 08:45 AM

Relationship Matters: Insecurity

Our relationships and how we navigate them keep evolving with the times. Often, we find questions or worries so personal that they can only be shared with a stranger, but any random stranger is no real solace! Nor is the advice safe. With that in mind, Star Lifestyle brings to you a brand-new relationship advice column from certified experts. This hopes to tackle the host of worries, questions and forks in roads of the relationships plane that includes the personal, professional to psychological. Read on for insights, and shoot us your concerns, even anonymously at lifestyleds@yahoo.com, or send us a message on Star Lifestyle's Facebook page.
11 August 2022, 08:41 AM

Our obsession with perfect hair

How far are we meant to go for our hair?
11 August 2022, 03:50 AM

Cooking during the great Bangladeshi summer

It was not my first time, cooking. However, this was my first time cooking during the height of Bangladesh's summer.
11 August 2022, 00:00 AM

State Bank of India to manage visa centres in Bangladesh for 2 more years, agreement signed

The State Bank of India yesterday (August 10, 2022) was re-engaged as the agent for managing Indian Visa Application Centres in Bangladesh for another two years.
10 August 2022, 18:03 PM

Passengers at mass hearing share bitter experiences at the Dhaka airport

Passengers at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, most of them migrant workers, today (August 10) opened up about their bitter experiences at the airport including mismanagement in luggage handling and misconduct by different staff and officials of HSIA and airlines.
10 August 2022, 15:53 PM

4 reasons why Chandni Chowk is your most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka

Known to many and visited by most Dhakaites — Chandni Chowk, Gawsia, and New Market — the holy trinity of inexpensive and trendy apparels certainly need no new introduction. Yet, the legendary Chandni Chowk stands out the best as it offers an astounding number of cheap deals and fashionable attires with twists of deshi taste. Although it is not easy to find one’s way around the winding narrow alleys, teeming crowd and never-ending shops in Chandni Chowk, this crammed and busy shopping hub undoubtedly remains the most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka city.
10 August 2022, 14:46 PM

How to make the most of guava season

It is no secret that the reigning royalty of summer fruits includes mangoes, lychees, pineapples, various berries, guavas, etc. And while we have said goodbye to most of these fruits as the season comes to an end, guavas are just about coming to a peak. Here are 8 ways to make the most out of this guava season while they are still in the market!
10 August 2022, 14:17 PM

Does this hint at the death of art?

We are living at an exciting time in history – the advancement of machine learning has led to the creation of "art" that will leave you speechless – MidJourney is an AI that will turn imagination into art from text prompts.
10 August 2022, 13:17 PM

Airlines in India must share int’l passenger details with customs for “risk analysis”

India has made it compulsory for airlines to share international passengers’ details with the country’s customs authorities in order to undertake “risk analysis”.
10 August 2022, 07:35 AM

Hajj: Chronicling the journey

Every practicing Muslim wants to perform hajj – at least once in a lifetime since it’s obligatory. Those, who are eligible for performing this compulsory ritual of Islam, wait for a suitable opportunity to make this holy journey.
10 August 2022, 06:45 AM

"Do spiders sleep?": Study suggests they might doze off like humans

It’s a question that keeps some scientists awake at night: Do spiders sleep?
9 August 2022, 16:27 PM

Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake dies of cancer

Japanese designer Issey Miyake, famed for his pleated style of clothing that never wrinkles and who produced the signature black turtleneck of friend and Apple Inc (AAPL.O) founder Steve Jobs, has died, media said on Tuesday (August 9, 2022). He was 84.
9 August 2022, 10:34 AM

Slay in sleeveless blouses

Wearing the national dress only on special occasions is a thing of the past. Women of today have rediscovered elegance and comfort in saris and have found their own ways to make it convenient for them. Jeans instead of traditional petticoats, sneakers, rather than heels, and most commonly and popularly, sleeveless blouses in place of traditional looks such as long sleeves, puffs, or three quarters. Here are 6 super funky ways you can don the sleeveless blouse and slay in it!
8 August 2022, 11:04 AM

The man who gave the world Nasek Nasek: In conversation with Animes Roy

Nasek Nasek! The beat rarely fails to stir up happiness, lift spirits, or make feet dance. Not long ago, the phrase did not mean much to a lot of people. But Animes Roy changed all that – Animes and team Coke Studio Bangla. The song took the nation by storm almost overnight, catapulting Animes into stardom.
8 August 2022, 10:58 AM

Fabulous fish recipes for your table

Fish recipes are key to getting fresh, delicious meals on the table quickly and easily. There are many ways to cook fish — grilled, baked, fried or stewed. This list of fish recipes is simple and easy to make with full of global flavours will delight fish lovers and definitely improve the dinner table game.
8 August 2022, 10:45 AM