Jumanji: The Next Level is a fantasy adventure comedy film directed by Jake Kasdan, and written by Kasdan, Jeff Pinkner and Scott Rosenberg.

Promising Bangladeshi artist Anisul Haque’s second solo art exhibition, Scene is underway at X Space Art Space, Guyilang, Nanjing in China. Following the artists first solo exhibition, Unfortunate Aspect of Humanity, held at the School of Design Art Gallery, Nanjing University of the Arts, China held this January, Scene was inaugurated on December 6.

‘Dilnawaz’, a sufi dance production based on a short story by Rahatara Begum, was recently presented at Jatra Biroti, Banani.

One of the most prolific young directors of our time, Mizanur Rahman Aryan had a great year with hits such as Tumi Amari, Dekha Hobe Ki? and Sublet under his belt. Aryan, who writes the scripts for his projects as well, has often times ventured out of his comfort zone and honed his directorial skills with a vast array of work. The Daily Star presents a candid interview with the king of romantic drama.

A press meet, following the 4-day Ocean Dance Festival held in Cox’s Bazar, was held at the premises of Shadhona - A Center for Advancement of Southasian Culture in Banani, yesterday.

As a part of the ‘Open Heritage Week 2019’, the exhibition, Tales of the Old Dhaka, featuring Old Dhaka themed artworks by the art group Joloj, was inaugurated at Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD) in Dhanmondi, recently.

Sharbari Zohra Ahmed’s debut novel Dust Under Her Feet (2019) had its Bangladeshi launching ceremony at the Department of English and Humanities of BRAC University, recently.

Tele-fiction ‘Family Crisis’, starring Shahiduzzaman Selim, Sharmili Ahmed, Runa Khan, Monira Mithu and Shabnam Faria, among others, will be broadcast on NTV at 8:20 pm today. It is directed by Nazrul Islam Raju.

The trailer of Deepika Padukone starrer Chhapaak released recently, and it looks like an inspirational story. The film revolves around Malti, who is attacked with acid on the streets of New Delhi. The Meghna Gulzar directorial chronicles her journey as she fights for justice and regains confidence.

Young singing sensation Oyshee’s Mayare, the first song to be released from the film Maya - The Lost Mother, was recently unveiled

Runa Laila, the melody queen, has entertained the audience with her remarkable voice for decades. Besides singing, she has also been working on musical compositions.

The artist completed his MFA in Printmaking from the Faculty of Fine Art, University of Dhaka. He is best known for his new media works. Since 1987, he has participated in various group art exhibitions.

Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University (JKKNIU) is going to celebrate Kuasha Utshab (fog festival) on their campus this month. Students of different departments have come together to arrange this unique two-day festival.

Professor Shonku is a popular fictional scientist created by Satyajit Ray. Along with his friends, he will be looking for the mythical city of El Dorado in the upcoming film, Professor Shonku O El Dorado.

Legendary Indian actor Dilip Kumar, born as Muhammad Yusuf Khan in Peshawar to Ayesha Begum and Lala Ghulam Sarwar Ali Khan, turns 97 today.

Gems of Nazrul will release its tenth music video of the song, Tora Shob Joyoddhwani Kor, on Bangladesh’s Victory Day (December 16).

When I interviewed Junoon for the Dhaka International Folk Fest, the legendary Sufi rockers had asked me,

The juggernauts of the industry are set to celebrate their 40th anniversary on December 24 at International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) Hall 3. Coincidentally, that is the same day Artcell, the biggest rock band of this generation, will celebrate 20 years of their Pothchola. Their concert will take place at ICCB’s Expo Zone.

Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, High Commission of India, Dhaka, organised the ICCR Scholar’s Evening at Gulshan Avenue recently. ICCR

Film enthusiasts gathered at the Shawkat Osman Auditorium of the Central Public Library for the opening ceremony of the 15th International Short and Independent Film Festival, on December 7. Organised by Bangladesh Short Film Forum, the festival will conclude on December 13.