Ever since the news had first gotten out, fans had been waiting in anticipation for Tauquir Ahmed's latest film Haldaa.

Last year, the revelation of Shakib Khan and Apu Biswas's son, Abraham, had stirred the interest of the nation. The rumor mills had been turning slowly since then, but it seems there are new rumors afoot.

During the 63rd Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) held from 1st to 8th November 2017, a plethora of cultural events graced the foreign delegates, international representatives and parliamentary speakers present in

Neela is a big fan of herbal products and thus likes using herbal products the most for taking care of her skin. She likes using ingredients like lemon, honey and flour to make face packs at home.

Bhaiya, my elder brother, woke me up at about mid-day and asked me to crawl under the ceiling of the boat. Asked about the reason, he pointed towards the river bank. Pakistan army strolling on the bank could be seen clearly.

Unquestionably, my mother, Hasina Rahman is my first inspiration. She has always been very motivational in flourishing my potential in singing, reciting and acting.

Since the very unveiling of the film, Doob has been surrounded by hype and controversy. One of the reasons for the controversy is the inspiration taken from Humayun Ahmed's life, which I will get to.

'Doob: No Bed of Roses', released on 27th October, has already taken the country by storm. Receiving a plethora of positive reviews from critics and fans alike, 'Doob' is considered by many as Mostofa Sarwar Farooki's best work yet and the best Bangladeshi film released this year.

Anyone who spends a bit too much time on the internet will be familiar with this meme. Nicholas Cage shouting on the top of his lungs while bees being poured onto him, such an iconic scene.

Everyone involved in Paperfrogs worked relentlessly hard because they had faith in the story. Of course, its always great to see hard work recognized.

Salma Moon, the winner of the first place prize of the Lyrics contest, was honored beyond her words. “I want to express the sincerest of gratitude to The Daily Star and Standard Chartered Bangladesh for allowing me such an opportunity.

“I didn't expect the award at all,” said Hasan Mahmud Prottoy, the first-place winner of the Celebrating Life 2017 Photography Contest. Prottoy's interest in photography began when he used to play around with his father's film camera from a very young age.

I think The Daily Star and Standard Chartered Bank are doing a wonderful job with Celebrating Life. The program has not only honored us, but is promoting art, culture, music and films by rewarding the new generation of artists.

CELEBRATING LIFE 2017 GALA THROUGH PHOTOS

Deemed as the premier competition for budding film-makers, photographers and lyricists, this year was Celebrating Life's 10th iteration. The award ceremony, Celebrating Life 2017 Gala, which also honored timeless contributors to the fields of film, music and photography, was held last Saturday, 28th October, at International Convention City Bashundhara. The unique theme of 'Diversity in Bangladesh' was represented by diverse performances from both young and experienced artists, as well as winning participants from all over the country. It was truly a night of joyous celebration.

Nuhash Humayun, son of acclaimed writer and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed, talks about his memories and relationship with his father and his future plans in this episode of Uncensored with Rafi Hossain.

As a Bangladeshi, Abrar A. Anwar is the first appointed CEO as well as the first Bangladeshi CEO of a foreign SCB branch. He has 26 years of experience as a banker both in the corporate and the investment sectors of many countries, and is responsible for

Bitopi Das Chowdhury has been a backbone of the Standard Chartered-The Daily Star’s Celebrating Life. Having been a part of the program since its inception, she talks about her experience, thoughts and future plans on the program.

The present isn't possible without the past paving the way. There are notable personalities in music, film and photography of this country who have not only contributed to the development of these fields, but helped Bangladesh as a whole grow as a nation.

Celebrating Life is known nationwide as the premier competition that highlights unsung talents hidden in the nooks and crannies of Bangladesh. Emphasizing on film-making, photography and lyric-writing, the participants of Celebrating Life each year are brimmed with potential.