Film

Siam, Badhon and Puja Cherry to Star in 'Dohon'

Raihan Rafi's latest venture, 'Dohon' was unveiled on April 30, 2018. The film features an exciting lead cast of Siam Ahmed, Badhon and
2 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Mim Wraps up Sultan!

The song titled "Ma sha Allah" has already garnered fifteen million views online, and is still going strong. Mim mentioned that the hype is
2 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Fazlur Rahman Babu working on “Indubala 3”

Fazlur Rahman Babu has been on a roll lately, particularly on the big screen, with films like “Swapnajaal”, “Gohin Baluchor” and “Haldaa”. It's easy to forget that the versatile artiste also has other talents besides his acting chops, but the veteran is gearing up to remind his fans.
29 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Bangladesh to host FIAF Congress '21

The decision was made on the fifth day of the latest 74th FIAF Congress in Prague, Czech Republic on Thursday (April 26) when Bangladesh beat 46 votes to 37.
28 April 2018, 18:00 PM

“Operation Jackpot” coming to the big screen

Giasuddin Selim took nine years between his first film and second, but it appears his fans will not have to wait that long for his next.
27 April 2018, 18:00 PM

“I don't like to chop time like potato fries”

Akram Khan's debut film “Ghasphul” released in 2015 to largely positive reviews, but it is with his second feature “Khancha” that he really gained attention. The film was Bangladesh's entry to the 90th Academy Awards in the foreign language category, and won best film, best director and best actor (for Azad Abul Kalam) at the 20th Meril-Prothom Alo Awards. The director recently sat down with The Daily Star for a candid conversation about his filmmaking philosophy, influences and more.
26 April 2018, 18:00 PM

“Poramon 2” to premiere at Cannes film market

Upcoming Bangladeshi film “Poramon 2”, starring Siam Ahmed and Pujja Cherry, will have its premiere at the Marche du Film of the
25 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Busy times ahead for Tama Mirza

National Film Award-winning actor Tama Mirza has recently signed up for a new movie. Titled “Guptochor”, shooting is slated to
20 April 2018, 18:00 PM

“The Post” releasing in Dhaka today

Steven Spielberg's “The Post”, the '70s historical political drama starring Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks in the leading roles that got
19 April 2018, 18:00 PM

“Swapnajaal” winning its way back into theatres

Giasuddin Selim's return to the big screen, “Swapnajaal” created a formidable splash when it released, albeit at a limited scale, on April
19 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Jaya Ahsan transfixes in first “Debi” teaser

“Debi”, the upcoming Anam Biswas film bringing Humayun Ahmed's iconic fictional character Misir Ali to the big screen for the first
16 April 2018, 18:00 PM

“Ekti Cinema'r Golpo” releasing today

Veteran actor-director Alamgir's latest big screen venture, “Ekti Cinema'r Golpo”, is set to release in theatres across the country today.
12 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Rituparna-Shuvo on Facebook Live at TDS today

With the much-anticipated film “Ekti Cinema'r Golpo” ready to hit theatres this Friday, the two stars of the film – Rituparna Sengupta and Arifin Shuvo – are coming to a special Facebook Live chat show at the Daily Star.
11 April 2018, 18:00 PM

First look poster of “Debi” launched

There has been considerable excitement surrounding a film called “Debi” ever since it was announced a little over a year ago, and for good reason. The first and foremost of them is who it's by and who it's about
11 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Rituparna in Dhaka to promote “Ekti Cinema'r Golpo”

Rituparna Sengupta, one of Indian Bangla cinema's most familiar faces, recently made her return to Dhallywood, filming the Alamgir-directed “Ekti Cinema'r Golpo”. Now, ahead of the film's release on April 13, the actor is putting all her weight into promotions for it.
9 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Giasuddin Selim delivers on his promise

There was considerable buzz surrounding “Swapnajaal” ever since it was announced, and that discussion only gathered pace as the film neared its release – from the choice of the central cast to the secrecy surrounding its plot details.
8 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Stars react to winning National Film Award

The biggest recognition in the country's cinema is the National Film Award, which was announced this past Thursday for films of 2016.
7 April 2018, 18:00 PM

It's time to weave “Swapnajaal”

Films that appeal to critics and the general audience alike are rare to come by, and that is true everywhere in the world. Nine years ago, “Monpura” broke that ground, appealing to film lovers across Bangladesh with runs as long as nine-months in theatres, as well as sweeping five National Awards.
5 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Swapnajaal Team Coming To The Daily Star Facebook Live

The April edition of “Ask Me Anything”, The Daily Star's monthly Facebook Live show will feature not one, not two but three guests, building up the hype to the upcoming film “Swapnajaal”.
2 April 2018, 18:00 PM

Chris Nolan just saw “Pather Panchali” and he is amazed

Christopher Nolan, undeniably one of the greatest filmmakers alive, has recently watched Satyajit Ray's “Pather Panchali”, and says he is willing to learn more about Indian cinema.
1 April 2018, 18:00 PM