"Locals in Pangsha calling me a teacher" - Mamunur Rashid

Noted thespian, director and playwright Mamunur Rashid is currently busy working on a new film, “Pataalghor,” directed by Mithu. It will feature the National Film Award-winning actor in the role of a teacher.
17 October 2020, 08:10 AM

Bappy’s Puja memories

Bappy Chowdhury has become a favourite amongst cinemagoers in a short span of time, thanks to his remarkable performances on the silver screen.
16 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Warda Rihab on adjusting to life during the pandemic

It has been two months since I started online lessons for my students at University of Dhaka. I have also been taking online classes at Chhayanaut for the past four to five weeks.
16 October 2020, 18:00 PM

“We must work on building a nation free from religious and gender discrimination” -Shahed Ali

Shahed Ali is a renowned theatre artiste. Through his hard work and dedication, he has also made his way into television, films and web projects over the years. Born in Old Dhaka, he grew up in an environment that supports communal harmony. In a recent chat with The Daily Star, the talented actor talked about his fond memories of Durga Puja, his upcoming projects and more.
16 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Baseer: An Eloquent Mind underway at Bengal Shilpalay

An exclusive exhibition, titled ‘Baseer: An Eloquent Mind’ is now underway at Quamrul Hassan Exhibition Gallery (Second Floor) of Bengal Shilpalay, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. Organised by Bengal Foundation, the exhibition, featuring nearly 70-year works of Bangladesh’s pioneering painter Murtaja Baseer, was opened on October 12.
16 October 2020, 18:00 PM

Sanjay Dutt confirms he has cancer

Opening up for the first time about his battle with cancer, Sanjay Dutt says he is optimistic he will “beat” the disease soon.
16 October 2020, 11:30 AM

Sanjay Dutt confirms he has cancer

Opening up for the first time about his battle with cancer, Sanjay Dutt says he is optimistic he will “beat” the disease soon.
16 October 2020, 11:30 AM

Sanjay Dutt confirms he has cancer

Opening up for the first time about his battle with cancer, Sanjay Dutt says he is optimistic he will “beat” the disease soon.
16 October 2020, 11:30 AM

Against all odds, Delhi rickshaw driver's son joins famed UK ballet school

In 2016, Kamal Singh, son of an e-rickshaw driver from New Delhi, was mesmerised and awestruck by the beauty of Ballet, when he saw the film, “Anybody Can Dance.”
16 October 2020, 08:38 AM

Film museum inaugurated at Bangladesh Film Archive Bhaban

Celebrating the journey of Bangladeshi cinema, a film museum was unveiled at Bangladesh Film Archive Bhaban recently. It is located at Agargaon, Dhaka.
16 October 2020, 08:35 AM

Soumitra Chatterjee’s condition improves

The condition of legendary actor Soumitra Chatterjee improved a lot this morning, following which doctors have removed him from the BiPAP and put on nasal mask.
16 October 2020, 06:27 AM

Protibadi Nattyo Utshab 2020: A protest against rape and oppression on women

A drama festival “Protibadi Nattyo Utshab 2020” will be held at the auditorium of Bulbul Lalitakala Academy (BAFA), Wise Ghat road tomorrow (Friday, October 16) at 4 pm.
15 October 2020, 15:06 PM

Fake page with Alamgir’s name creates controversy

A Facebook post from a fake page, claiming it to be Alamgir’s, has been creating several controversies lately.
15 October 2020, 11:12 AM

List of Billboard Music Awards winners in top categories

A list of winners in the top categories at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards, held Wednesday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
15 October 2020, 06:36 AM

TV's serial killer drama 'Dexter' gets a revival

Dexter, one of America’s best known TV serial killers, is on his way back.
15 October 2020, 04:26 AM

Soumitra Chatterjee tests Covid-19 negative: Hospital sources

Noted actor Soumitra Chatterjee has tested negative for coronavirus and his condition has improved, doctors attending on him at a private hospital in Kolkata say.
14 October 2020, 18:39 PM

Nusraat Faria’s song ‘Ami Chai Thakte’ strikes a chord

Popular Actor Nusraat Faria’s song “Ami Chai Thakte” was released on the official YouTube channel of SVF today. The song, voiced by the actor herself, is written by Syed Atiq and composed by Subir Dev, also known as Master-D.
14 October 2020, 14:43 PM

Star Cineplex to reopen from October 23

Recently, the government allowed all cinema halls in the country to reopen from October 16 after being closed for more than six months.
14 October 2020, 14:12 PM

All cinema halls to be opened from October 16

Cinema Halls given permission to open from October 16
14 October 2020, 12:48 PM

UK-based singer Rubayyat Jahan to release a song for Durga Puja

Popular UK-based singer Rubayyat Jahan will be releasing a new song for the upcoming Puja celebrations. The song will be released under the banner of Dhruba Music Station.
13 October 2020, 18:00 PM