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Russian, Bangladeshi short films screened in Dhaka

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:09:25 +0600

Screening features six short films from Russia and Bangladesh, bringing filmmakers and audiences together to promote cross-cultural understanding Details

Vikings to celebrate 30 years with album and film

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:31:17 +0600

Vikings has been less active on stage since 2024 as it focused on the album and film Details

Top five Bengali movies to watch this puja

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:09:41 +0600

Here are five Bengali films, from timeless classics to recent crowd-pleasers Details

‘King’ gears up for teaser launch on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:39:13 +0600

Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming action thriller “King” is reportedly set to unveil its teaser on November 2, the actor’s birthday, ahead of its theatrical release on December 24, 2026. According to Bollywood Hungama, the teaser is being planned as a birthday gift for Khan’s fans and will mark the launch of the film’s global marketing campaign. The teaser is... Details

RJ Mitte from ‘Breaking Bad’ to becoming a real star

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:51:35 +0600

The boy who changed the story Details

Music artist Rushnaf Wadud passes away

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:05:26 +0600

Rushnaf Wadud, a prominent figure in Bangladesh’s independent music scene and the lead vocalist of alternative rock band Blunderware, died of heart attack on Monday. The news of his death was confirmed by his friend and longtime bandmate Moktadir Dewan. Rushnaf had also been dealing with long-standing respiratory complications. Known for his distinctive vocal delivery, thoughtful... Details

The unheard notes

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:45:33 +0600

How Jazz became the soundtrack to imperialism in ‘Soundtrack to a Coup d’État’ Details

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ to return as HBO series

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:36:40 +0600

Constance Wu, Henry Golding, and Ronny Chieng will return for the eight-episode drama Details

Emmy Awards to leave broadcast TV after 79 years

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:33:27 +0600

The Emmy Awards have previously aired on ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC Details

Taylor Swift to perform at Academy Museum Gala

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:46:12 +0600

The singer will perform at the October 17 event honouring Charlize Theron, Colman Domingo and John Carpenter Details

Star Cineplex offers buy-one-get-one-free tickets on 22nd anniversary

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:27:06 +0600

The one-day promotion was available at all branches for tickets purchased directly from counters Details

Actor Nana Patekar passes away

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:12:03 +0600

He was declared dead at around 5:20am Details

Chanchal Chowdhury’s first look revealed in ‘Chaalchitro: The Ekchala Murders’

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:45:28 +0600

The series is scheduled to premiere in December Details

Fire breaks out at Mumbai film city

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:53:12 +0600

The fire broke out at a temporary setup near Prime Focus Studio on October 5 Details

Rowan Atkinson to revive ‘Mr Bean,’ ‘Blackadder’ on West End Stage

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:16:41 +0600

The British comedian will return to London’s West End with a limited run of sketches and new material Details

Taylor Swift’s ‘Patient Zero’ tops Billboard global charts

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:57:34 +0600

The track gives Swift her eighth Global 200 No 1 Details

Wahaj Ali spotted in Dhaka with Nusraat Faria

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:37:12 +0600

Pakistani actor Wahaj Ali, known for his role in the hit drama 'Tere Bin' Details

'Why did we return, and why didn't Altaf?'

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:42:47 +0600

Smriti 71 announced a research grant to recover lost songs by liberation war composer and singer Altaf Mahmud Details

Mithila joins Columbia University, CUNY

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:59:24 +0600

Rafiath Rashid Mithila has joined Columbia University as an Associate Research Scientist Details

Shakib Khan’s ‘Mohabbat’ set for Eid-ul-Azha 2027

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:02:48 +0600

The film marks the latest collaboration between Shakib Khan, Himel Ashraf and Arshad Adnan Details

Tom Cruise unveils new look for ‘Digger’

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:23:14 +0600

The Alejandro G Iñárritu-directed film is set to release worldwide on October 2 Details

‘Game of Thrones: Aegon’s Conquest’ sets 2029 release date

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:50:42 +0600

The film will mark the first theatrical outing for the Game of Thrones universe Details

Tanim Noor announces new film ‘Mojnu Enterprise’

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:58:02 +0600

The director has shared the first poster of the upcoming detective film Details

‘Andhar’ gets new release date

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:58:52 +0600

The film will hit theatres on March next year Details

MTV VMAs 2026: Madonna leads with seven wins

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:55:28 +0600

Madonna took home seven trophies at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards Details

‘The Difficult Bride’ draws attention at Toronto Film Festival

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:36:20 +0600

Rubaiyat Hossain’s film explores beauty, marriage and social expectations in Dhaka Details

AvoidRafa to stage first solo concert in Dhaka

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:17:18 +0600

The musician will perform with his band at InterContinental Dhaka Details

Taylor Swift wins award for MTV new artist-director

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:59:47 +0600

The singer will be the first recipient of the newly introduced honor Details

‘Abar Hothat Brishti’ set for October 2 release

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:22:17 +0600

The remake of Hothat Brishti features newcomers Arian Sarowar and Radifa Narmin Details

Actomania’s ‘The Alchemist’ balances visual splendour with spiritual inquiry

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:50:39 +0600

Theatre review by Ahmed Ahsanuzzaman Details

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcome second daughter

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:19:42 +0600

The couple announced their daughter’s arrival through a joint social media post on September 19 Details

Brad Pitt returns for World War Z sequel

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:58:33 +0600

Edward Berger will direct the long-awaited follow-up for Paramount from Dennis Kelly’s screenplay Details

Five films vie to represent Bangladesh at 99th Academy Awards

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:06:44 +0600

The Oscar Bangladesh Committee will select one film from the submitted entries Details

Two Bangladeshi films win awards at Kolkata World Film Festival

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:03:03 +0600

Jaya Aar Sharmim wins best feature, while Mamun: In Praise of Shadows earns Jury Mention Details

Before you watch Netflix's ‘Monster’: Let’s talk about the real Lizzie Borden murder case

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:27:44 +0600

Lizzie Borden was accused of the axe murders of her father and stepmother Details

Celine Dion makes full concert comeback after six years

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:15:03 +0600

The singer opened her 16-show Paris residency with an emotional performance Saturday Details

Nusraat Faria steps away from Raihan Khan’s Tribunal

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:20:16 +0600

Actress cites internal issues as she withdraws from the courtroom drama Details

Roger Waters criticises Ed Sheeran over Macklemore tour exit

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:07:16 +0600

Pink Floyd co-founder weighs in after Macklemore was removed from Sheeran’s remaining US dates Details

Tom Holland tops reported actor box-office ranking with $15.5 billion

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:59:56 +0600

The actor’s reported career total has been boosted by 2 major recent blockbusters Details

Palestinians are the real victims, Thunberg tells Ed Sheeran

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:59:07 +0600

Sheeran denied personally removing Macklemore from his ongoing tour Several supporting artists announced they were quitting Sheeran’s tour Details

Badhan: Those who attacked me are inviting trouble for themselves

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:57:33 +0600

Actress Azmeri Haque Badhan said on Monday that those who attacked and harassed her in Italy were “inviting trouble for themselves” and called for an end to their “barbaric” behaviour. “Those carrying out the attacks are, I think, inviting trouble for themselves. Their barbaric behaviour must stop,” Badhon told reporters at Hazrat Shahjalal International... Details

'The Difficult Bride' wins independent critics’ award at Venice

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:40:08 +0600

Rubaiyat Hossain’s film becomes the first Bangladeshi feature to compete in Venice’s Orizzonti section Details

Gaza documentary gets 25-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Festival

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:14:58 +0600

'NAZA' surpasses last year's record ovation for 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' Details

Apurba, Niha pair reunite on screen after break

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:44:54 +0600

Popular drama duo return with new S R Mozumder project after months apart Details

BTS wraps record-breaking North America tour

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:29:12 +0600

K-pop group draws nearly two million fans across 31 sold-out shows in 12 cities Details

Hania Aamir debuts as singer with "Pablo"

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:57:54 +0600

It marks a new creative chapter as she marks 10 years in the entertainment industry Details

Runa Laila's daughter slams AI-generated death rumours

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:39:56 +0600

Tani Laila urges fans to report accounts spreading false claims about singer's health Details

Toronto festival opens with over 200 films, major stars

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:29:25 +0600

TIFF’s 51st edition features John Malkovich, Penélope Cruz and Lisa Details

Nusraat Faria and Badhan set to star in ‘Lojja’

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:26:08 +0600

The socially conscious film will begin shooting on September 20 for release next year Details

Nirvana to receive Video Vanguard Award at 2026 MTV VMAs

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:54:54 +0600

The band will be honored for its lasting impact on music videos and visual culture Details

Nora Fatehi sued for Rs three crore over ‘Lego airplane’ remarks

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:33:11 +0600

The aviation firm alleges the actor’s social media comments caused commercial and reputational damage. Details

Widow’s Bay leads Creative Arts Emmys with eight wins

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:05:31 +0600

The Apple TV series topped Night Two, followed by DTF St. Louis and Spider-Noir Details

The Conclusion trailer sets up Ajay Devgn, Jaideep Ahlawat face-off in Drishyam

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:32:13 +0600

Jaideep Ahlawat joins the franchise as a police officer chasing Vijay Salgaonkar’s secrets Details

Actress Badhon attacked in Italy, govt vows action

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:20:22 +0600

Actor Azmeri Haque Badhon has alleged that she was attacked and physically harassed by a group of Bangladeshis in Italy, who threw water, soft drinks and eggs at her and knocked her phone out of her hand. The incident took place on Monday night when Badhon was visiting a local park in Mestre with her brother and his family. Her brother’s child was also present during the incident. Following... Details

Shykh Seraj turns 73, marking four decades in development journalism

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:21:00 +0600

From ‘Mati O Manush’ to ‘Chhad Krishi’, Shykh Siraj has used television to bring agriculture and food security into the national conversation Details

Saif Sarwar receives 2nd IMFA nomination

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:11:50 +0600

The nomination follows his 2025 recognition as the first Bangladeshi filmmaker nominated for the awards Details

Rajkumar Hirani confirms 3 Idiots sequel is in development

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:32:31 +0600

Aamir Khan, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi are set to return Details

Charli XCX brings new era to Reading Festival stage

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:25:18 +0600

The singer delivered hits spanning her latest album and earlier releases Details

Ariana Grande wraps up tour ahead of public break

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:57:42 +0600

The singer ended her London residency with an emotional farewell to fans Details

When Luca returned, so did our humanity

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:21:58 +0600

Reflections on a play, a family, and the power of empathy Details

On his centenary, five films of Uttam Kumar to watch

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:54:29 +0600

A look at memorable films of Uttam Kumar’s journey from romantic star to versatile actor Details

George Clooney awarded Golden Lion for lifetime achievement

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:44:19 +0600

The actor received the lifetime achievement honor at Venice’s opening ceremony Details

Netflix announces three-part documentary on Matthew Perry

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:49:34 +0600

The documentary will explore Perry’s career, struggles and legacystruggles, Details

HBO releases new teaser for Harry Potter series

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:35:55 +0600

The first season will adapt “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” and premiere on December 25, 2026. Details

Ibsen finds new life in Indian cinema

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:35:29 +0600

From gender and patriarchy to ambition and artistic obsession, two Indian films offer distinct cinematic reinterpretations of Henrik Ibsen's enduring concerns Details

Three family members perform at Jaltaranga's cultural evening

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:12:37 +0600

Jaltaranga organized the musical evening on August 28 at Bishwo Shahitto Kendro, featuring a family of vocalists Details

Asha Bhosle's last film song set for September release

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:13:18 +0600

The track was recorded in 2023 and will appear in the upcoming Hindi film Om Ka Hari Details

Yayoi Kusama, ‘queen of polka dot’ dies at 97

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:00:12 +0600

The Japanese artist turned hallucinations and mental health struggles into a globally recognized body of work spanning painting, performance, fiction and poetry Details

Tim Curry, ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ star, dies at 80

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:55:30 +0600

The British actor was best known for his role as Dr Frank-N-Furter in the cult musical Details

Sadia Ayman, Shafin Ahmed star in short film ‘Aro Kichukhon’

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:45:36 +0600

The short film explores an unexpected connection between two strangers in a busy city Details

Apu Biswas stranded in Nepal amid floods

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:08:16 +0600

The disaster has killed at least 165 people, while hundreds remain missing in Nepal Details

Rupert Grint returns to ‘Harry Potter’ universe in Broadway play

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:20:49 +0600

The actor will play an adult Ron Weasley in “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” Details

‘How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days’ sequel in development

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:32:02 +0600

Kate Hudson will produce the sequel, with the studio hoping to reunite her with Matthew McConaughey Details

US country music legend Dolly Parton dies at 80

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:43:09 +0600

Dolly Parton, the country music star who rose from grinding poverty in Tennessee to become a rhinestone-studded cultural icon with hits like "Jolene" and "9 to 5," has died at 80, her family said Tuesday. Parton was more than a singer -- she wrote 3,000 songs, acted in major Hollywood films and donated millions of dollars to charities in her home state and beyond. She was also an accomplished... Details

Kit Harington joins Harry Potter series as Gilderoy Lockhart

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:37:00 +0600

Harington will replace Nicholas Hoult as Lockhart in the second season of HBO’s Harry Potter series Details

Meghan Markle may return to scripted TV with ‘The Gentlemen’

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:15:04 +0600

She is reportedly considering a role in the Netflix series, though no deal has been finalized Details

Chhayanaut echoes with Tagore’s timeless melodies

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0600

The program, featuring songs exploring themes of separation, love, nature and the human spirit, began on Friday Details

Pierce Brosnan joins Chris Hemsworth in ‘Extraction 3’

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:57:21 +0600

Brosnan is among 5 new cast members joining the Netflix action franchise Details

Oscar Bangladesh Committee opens applications for the 99th Academy Awards

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:10:01 +0600

The selected film will represent Bangladesh at the Oscars Details

Raihan Rafi unveils the first poster of ‘Andhar’

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:48:59 +0600

Rafi had previously released unofficial first looks of several characters from the film Details

Paulo Coelho’s ‘The Alchemist’ set for stage adaptation by Actomania

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:18:33 +0600

The theatre troupe’s fourth production will premiere soon at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy’s Experimental Theatre Hall Details

‘It: Welcome to Derry’ returns for season two

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:45:59 +0600

The second season will move the story from 1962 to 1935, during the Great Depression Details

Will Smith may make Indian film debut with Atlee’s ‘Raaka’

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:05:19 +0600

The Hollywood actor is reportedly being considered for the antagonist role Details

Kanye West adds Russia shows to 2026 tour

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:28:08 +0600

The rapper will perform 2 shows in St Petersburg in October Details

China’s ‘Worst Animated Film’ becomes unlikely box-office rival to ‘The Odyssey’, ‘Spider-Man’

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:57:31 +0600

Viral clips of the low-budget animated film have driven audiences to cinemas, turning it into an unexpected Chinese box-office hit Details

Zoya Akhtar working on 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' sequel

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:46:42 +0600

She is developing a potential sequel with screenwriter Reema Kagti Details

‘Laapataa Ladies’ writer Biplab Goswami boards ‘Limbo’

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:53:22 +0600

Biplab Goswami will write the screenplay for the filmmaker's upcoming cosmic romance and space drama Details

Raihan Rafi unveils Siam Ahmed’s first look in ‘Andhar’

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:39:53 +0600

“Andhar” is a supernatural horror film that blends elements of mystery, thriller, murder, and drama Details

National Award-winning director Raja Sen dies at 70

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:55:38 +0600

Over his decades-long career, Sen directed several feature films, television serials and documentaries Details

Adam Driver to play Mister Sinister in Marvel’s ‘X-Men’ reboot

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:28:11 +0600

Directed by Jake Schreier, the film is set for release in May 2028, with ‘Beef’ creator Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo writing Details

When Srabon rains in Rabindranath’s melodies

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:32:51 +0600

Rabirag’s Barshamangal brings clouds, rain, longing and the changing moods of monsoon to the stage Details

Verity trailer teases a twisted tale of secrets and obsession

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:29:50 +0600

Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson star in psychological thriller based on Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel Details

‘Jaya Aar Sharmin’ selected for World Film Festival Kolkata feature competition

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:10:03 +0600

Piplu R Khan’s Covid-era drama among 19 films competing for Bimal Roy Golden Award Details

BTS’ V reveals treatment for hearing loss

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:57:58 +0600

Singer says hearing deteriorated during military service and he has been receiving medication and regular hospital care Details

The reluctant exile: how Ritwik Ghatak never left Dhaka

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 21:50:46 +0600

From Dhaka to Calcutta, his cinema turned displacement, fractured identities and Bengal’s divided history into an enduring artistic language Details

Barbie sequel hangs in the balance as deal talks stall

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:46:14 +0600

Gerwig, Baumbach, Robbie and Gosling yet to accept latest offer as compensation and back-end participation remain key sticking points Details

Bihan brings women’s everyday leadership struggles to the screen

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:37:53 +0600

Oxfam-produced film explores how social expectations, workplace barriers and self-doubt shape women’s path to leadership Details

Actor Don arrested in Salman Shah murder case

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:18:26 +0600

Don was arrested at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport around noon and handed over to the CID Details

Eight films that ask more of you than most

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:59:34 +0600

From psychological thrillers to intimate dramas, these films refuse easy answers and linger long after the credits Details

Rockstar Games to debut GTA 6 extended preview on Netflix

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:17:02 +0600

The presentation will premiere on Netflix on August 27 before becoming available on YouTube Details