Dia Mirza signs Indo- Iranian film

“It is the first time that India and Iran together have made a film. I feel very fortunate because the person with whom I'm working is the biggest superstar
14 March 2016, 18:00 PM

SHAKIB KHAN to produce 'Piya Re'

Shakib Khan is undoubtedly the busiest and highest paid film star of the present time in the country. Besides acting, Shakib is also a producer. He forayed into
14 March 2016, 18:00 PM

'Jyoti Sanghita' to tour three districts

Habiganj-based theatre troupe Jiban Sanket Natyagoshthi, with assistance from Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, will tour three districts with their play “Jyoti Sanghita”.
14 March 2016, 18:00 PM

A fitting tribute to Humayun Ahmed's storytelling genius

Humayun Ahmed reached unmatched heights as a storyteller in his lifetime, not just with his books but his film adaptations as well. And while his films were taken to the big screen by other directors (starting with “Shongkhoneel Karagar”, “Nondityo Noroke” to this year's “Anil Bagchi'r Ekdin”), they have never been quite at the level of those Humayun directed himself.
14 March 2016, 18:00 PM

Tareque Masud Festival beings at BSA

A two-day festival to commemorate noted filmmaker late Tareque Masud began at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) on March 12.
12 March 2016, 18:00 PM

Iqbal and Nipa's works at UNESCO exhibit

Artworks by reputed Bangladeshi artists Maqsuda Iqbal Nipa and Mohammad Iqbal were displayed at the UNESCO exhibition in Paris on March 8, marking the International Women's Day.
12 March 2016, 18:00 PM

BRSS holds Rabindra Sangeet Festival

Bangladesh Rabindra Sangeet Shilpi Sangstha (BRSS) held a two-day Rabindra Sangeet Festival at Nandan Mancha of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on March 11-12.
12 March 2016, 18:00 PM

“Uthan Natya Utshab” at JKKNIU

A three-day Uthan Natya Utshab, the first of its kind in the country was organised recently by artistes of Theatre and Performing Arts Department of Jatiya Kabi Kazi Nazrul Islam University (JKKNIU).
12 March 2016, 18:00 PM

'Legally Blonde' Dog Bruiser Woods Dies

Actress Reese Witherspoon took to Instagram to share some of the saddest news we've heard all week, reports the Huffington Post.
12 March 2016, 07:07 AM

Progressive rock legend Emerson dies

Keith Emerson, the co-founder and keyboardist of progressive rock group Emerson, Lake and Palmer, has died aged 71, according to his former bandmates.
12 March 2016, 05:33 AM

QUOTES

The language of film is further and further away from theatre, and is closer to music. It's abstract but still narrative. Everything feels less rehearsed. It's more experimental than classical.
9 March 2016, 18:00 PM

83rd Baul festival ends in Chuadanga

The 83th Baul festival and Baul gathering ended at Sarishadanga village in sadar upazila of Chuadanga district this week.
9 March 2016, 18:00 PM

Pooja as Nazrul's Nargis

Marking International Women's Day 2016, dancer-choreographer Pooja Sengupta has designed and directed a choreography titled “Nargis” that will premiere at
7 March 2016, 18:00 PM

Zootopia registers best Disney animation debut

Yes, 2015 was a great year at the box office, but 2016 has hit the ground running. Disney's “Zootopia” premiered in theatres this week to nearly universal
7 March 2016, 18:00 PM

“Male perspectives must be gender-sensitive”

A leading elocutionist of Bangladesh, Dahlia Ahmed was born in Mymensingh to a Freedom Fighter family. She has given background voice to many stage shows, dance dramas, documentaries and live commentaries. The artiste has recited poetry and dance dramas all over Bangladesh and abroad.
7 March 2016, 18:00 PM

Women should DEMAND parity: Shamim Azad

Shamim Azad, a poet and writer, believes this year's theme for the International Women's Day – Pledge for Parity -- does not fit too well, in terms of
7 March 2016, 18:00 PM

“This day brings a very positive vibe”

Noted actor Afroza Banu has been vastly popular on screen for the past few decades. The Daily Star caught up with the veteran to know her opinion about Int'l Women's Day.
7 March 2016, 18:00 PM

“The world is beautiful when there's gender equality”

Rokeya Prachi, a popular face on and off the television, is an activist who works for the rights of women. Arts & Entertainment recently caught up with her for opinion on Int'l Women's Day, and the position of women in Bangladesh. Excerpts:
7 March 2016, 18:00 PM

“Ghostbusters” trailer stirs up a storm online

The “Ghostbusters” trailer racked up more than 24 million views across YouTube and Facebook in the 24 hours after it debuted online to mixed reactions, according to data from ListenFirst Media.
5 March 2016, 18:00 PM

Satyajit Ray's home receives a makeover

You mention Bishop Lefroy Road in South Kolkata, and the first thing that immediately spring s to mind is filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
5 March 2016, 18:00 PM