Farooki debuts as actor with Tisha in ‘Something Like an Autobiography’

Celebrity couple Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and Nusrat Imrose Tisha will be coming together on screen for the first time for his film “Something like an Autobiography”, one of the 12 love stories from anthology film series “Ministry of Love.” The on-screen duo also co-wrote the screenplay for the web-film.

Death anniversary / Abdul Jabbar’s soulful voice had a profound impact on me: Syed Abdul Hadi

"Tumi Ki Dekhechho Kobhu Jiboner Porajoy", "Salam Salam Hajar Salam", and "Joy Bangla, Banglar Joy" stand proudly as three of the most beloved songs to have graced the top 20 all-time Bangla songs list in the 2006 survey conducted by BBC Bangla. These timeless melodies were brought to life by the inimitable voice of the Bangladeshi musical legend, Abdul Jabbar.

Aamir Khan to return to acting next year

After a temporary hiatus from showbiz, Aamir Khan is all set to make a comeback with a new production, which will be released during Christmas, 2024. 

Entertainment Multimedia

Entertainment Multimedia

Jumping from billboards to OTT

From learning the basics of music, painting, and practising in theatre, Afia Tabassum Borno's passion for acting remained in her heart

Watch: How Safa Kabir evolved from ‘girl next door’ to multifaceted star

The gorgeous actor dropped by The Daily Star office to share her childhood dreams, projects, and more.

Tanzika Amin’s remarkable return

From the glimmering stages of the Lux Anandadhara Miss Photogenic contest in 2004 to the captivating world of web series, Tanzika Amin has graced the media industry for nearly two decades

The new generation doesn’t care for mud-slinging contests

After an eight-year hiatus from the big screen, the charming Mahfuz Ahmed made a stunning return to the silver screen as the passionate ‘Mona’ in Chayanika Chowdhury’s Prohelika. His alluring chemistry with Bubly and his performance as a mad lover pulled audiences to theatres. With his gorgeous

The more famous you are, the more rumours you would have to face

Bidya Sinha Mim is one of the most successful actresses in the Bangladeshi film industry

TV & Film

TV & Film

I've done my best to portray Panna Kaiser: Bidya Sinha Mim

Bidya Sinha Mim is now all set to appear as the legendary late author and lawmaker Panna Kaiser in her upcoming project “Digonte Phuler Agun”.

Blockbuster battle: Two films to release on the same day in local theatres

In the world of cinema, anticipation often mounts as release dates draw near. This September, film enthusiasts in Bangladesh will have a tough choice to make as two highly awaited movies, “Antarjal” and “Jawan”, are set to compete for their attention and adoration.

'Antarjal' clears censor hurdle, set to premiere in September

Initially planned for release during Eid ul Azha, Siam Ahmed and Bidya Sinha Mim starrer film, "Antarjal", faced delays due to technical issues, and delayed censor certification. This led to the announcement shortly before the holy occasion that the cyber-thriller would not hit theatres during Eid.

Music

Music

Eminem asks Republican Ramaswamy to not use his music in presidential campaign

US rapper Eminem has asked Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, a multimillionaire former biotech executive, to not use his music during his presidential campaign, according to a letter disclosed on Monday.

Revisiting 10 classic hits by Michael Jackson

Today marks the 65th birthday of the "King of Pop", Michael Jackson. He wasn't just a musician, he was a legend on his own. His iconic 'moon walk' and his scintillating dance moves in classics like "Thriller", "Beat it", and "Billie Jean" made him the ultimate pop sensation all over the world. 

Ed Sheeran to release Fall album, 'Autumn Variations'

Just a mere four months after the release of his sixth studio album "Subtract" in May, musician Ed Sheeran has exciting news for his fans. On Thursday, Sheeran unveiled that he is set to drop another album titled "Autumn Variations," produced by Aaron Dessner. 

Rise of antagonists on OTT

Here are five celebrated actors who have meticulously portrayed negative roles in OTT releases, enthralling the audience with their impeccable performances.

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Why Mrunal Thakur considers smaller roles despite being heroine?

Mrunal has been involved in numerous OTT projects, mostly featuring in web anthologies, with roles in one of the four stories in "Ghost Stories" (2020), "Lust Stories 2", and one episode of "Made in Heaven 2".

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Jannatul Sumaiya Heme: From childhood reluctance to rising TV star

Jannatul Sumaiya Heme has become a familiar face in new television productions. The actress ensures to take one project right after another, remaining in the audience’s sight consistently.

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Shweta Sharda crowned Miss Diva Universe 2023

Shweta Sharda's victory secures her a golden opportunity to represent India on the global stage as she sets her sights on the 72nd Miss Universe pageant.

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If I ever considered surgery, I'd have fixed my crooked tooth: Apu Biswas

In recent years, speculation swirled around Apu Biswas undergoing lip surgery, which sparked discussions among her fans on social media. The actress had previously addressed these rumours, and they once again surfaced during a recent press meeting.

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‘Barbie’ set to break ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows’ record

Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" is rulling over global box office and has already broken records of  "The Dark Knight". Now, the film is all set to break "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" record as well. 

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Tanjin Tisha honoured with Women of Inspiration Award

Tanjin Tisha has been rulling over television with her exceptional choice of projects and women centric roles which has touched the hearts of her millions of followers. 

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Bangladeshi filmmakers get a shot to compete at Oscars

The highly anticipated 96th Oscars ceremony will be hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This illustrious event is scheduled for March 10, 2024, and will take place at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

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Vikram Chatterjee in talks for Detective Kiriti Roy role

The legacy of iconic Bengali detective characters continues to captivate audiences both on the big and small screens in West Bengal. From the timeless Feluda to the perceptive Byomkesh Bakshi, the realm of on-screen sleuths has expanded to encompass enigmatic figures like Gogol, Kiriti Roy, and Shobor.

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Zakir Hossain Raju named Netpac jury for Asian Cinema at Venice Film Festival 

Zakir Hossain Raju, a filmmaker, writer, researcher, and professor, has contributed significantly to the field of film studies. With an array of research papers on Asian cinema, he also serves as the head of the Department of Media and Communication at Independent University (IUB).

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