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The solo exhibition, titled “Shafiqul Islam: The Secret Art of a Mysterious Artist", was inaugurated at Mrinmoy Art Gallery in Chattogram, recently. The exhibition, showcases the works of noted artist Shafiqul Islam, as a heartfelt tribute to him.

‘Morichika’ has a stellar cast. Can you tell us a bit about the casting process?

Rafid Hoque Swad, a BBA student at University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB), looks after injured birds of prey at his ‘Chilbari’ (Kite house). It all started with the bird Scar, whom he brought from a trader in Old Dhaka.

Born to Monu Meah Shordar and Ambia Khatun, Nasir Uddin Khan’s interest in acting had started from his school days, initially at St Mary’s School and later at Ispahani Public School and College. He started his journey with theatre and slowly made his way first into television followed by films and finally managed to earn positive criticisms for his role in web series “Taqdeer”.

“The Daily Star Campus Stars” is a show that highlights promising young individuals who have excelled in their academics and extracurricular activities, alongside securing success in their professional paths. The fifth episode of the show took place on June 22, 2021, featuring panellists from BRAC University.

Film Valley, one of the largest private film cities in the country, was inaugurated recently. Located in Dhamrai, Savar, this shooting location extends on three and a half acres of land. It is built in honour of showbiz legends loved by audiences in Bangladesh.

Film Valley, one of the largest private film cities in the country, was inaugurated recently. Located in Dhamrai, Savar, this shooting location extends on three and a half acres of land. It is built in honour of showbiz legends loved by audiences in Bangladesh.

Tasnia Farin is known for hits like "Pocketmar" (2019) and "Valobasa Tarpor" (2020), among others. The talented actor will be seen playing the lead in Mostofa Sarwar Farooki's debut web series "Ladies and Gentlemen". In a candid chat with The Daily Star, Tasnia Farin talks about her OTT debut, experiences, and upcoming ventures.

Manipuri exponent Warda Rihab is one of the most prominent classical dancers globally. While working towards her dream of becoming a dancer, she came across Sony Chowdhury nearly twelve years ago, who dreamt of becoming a Bharatanatyam dancer, just like she once wanted to.

OTT platform Chorki released the first official poster of their upcoming anthology series, "Unoloukik," across social media recently. Based on stories by noted author Shibobroto Bormon, the show is directed by Robiul Alam Robi.

Shishir Ahmed of Aurthohin fame released his new song “Shunnotar Gaan” online yesterday. The original song, produced, composed, and arranged by Shishir Ahmed, features Sheikh Ishtiaque, vocalist of noted Bangladeshi band Shironamhin.

Celebrated musician Jon Kabir released his much-awaited new single "Shukhi Manusher Kanna", a track from his upcoming debut solo album “Awprashongik”, yesterday. Produced and composed by the singer himself and co-produced by Rakat Zami and Saad Chowdhury, the song premiered on his official YouTube Channel, and has been creating quite a buzz since then.

“The Daily Star Campus Stars” is a show that highlights promising individuals who have excelled in their academics and extracurricular activities, alongside securing success in their professional paths. The fourth episode of the show took place on June 15, 2021, featuring panelists from University of Asia Pacific (UAP).

Azmir Hasan Kanak launched a video-sharing website called TingtongTube, with an objective to entertain children and develop their cognitive creativity. Offering a variety of visual content in Bangla, this platform allows kids to view cultural, artistic, social, educational, historic, and humourous videos.

Popular musician Bappa Mazumder is set to launch his new venture, with some of the most celebrated singers of the country. The songs, composed by Mazumder himself, will be released serially on his official YouTube channel.

Acclaimed Manipuri dancer Samina Husain Prema came across her student, Mohima Shwagota, nearly a decade ago. At the time, Prema had just started conducting dance lessons. Over the years, the two have grown together in their pursuit of classical Manipuri dance. In a candid chat with The Daily Star, Prema and her protégé Shwagota speak about their bond, and more.

It was in May 2020 that Naorin Pallaby, a Physical Education and Sports Science student from Rajshahi University, founded Sex Education Bangladesh. The platform started out as a content hub, where young contributors presented educational videos on sex education for the masses.

It was in August 2020 that barrister Mifrah Zahir founded Shaathi Foundation to empower young women and girls by providing clean, safe, and locally produced reusable fabric pads.

The first episode of the show took place on May 18, 2021, featuring panellists from Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB).

Eminent Nazrul Sangeet exponent Sadya Afreen Mallick is one of the most celebrated names in the music industry. In addition to being awarded the prestigious Nazrul Padak by Nazrul Institute and the Ministry of Culture in 2016 and the Gold Medal by Anandadhara, she also won the Ustaad Moti Miya Gold Medal at Chhayanaut . On the occasion of Nazrul Jayanti, the artiste talks about her initiatives to popularise the National Poet’s creations among the younger generations, and more.