‘Mercules’ traumatised me: Sabila Nur
Television’s most adorable actress, Sabila Nur, is elated about the release of her first web-series, “Mercules” on Chorki. The series is based on real-life incidents, and the actress terms her character ‘Joyeeta’ as one of the most challenging ones that she has ever enacted on-screen.
13 March 2023, 03:00 AM
Tasnia Farin looks mysterious in new Ashes’ song
Recently, Tasnia Farin shared some photos on her Facebook, which have gone viral. Fans were left confused as to what happened to her smile and who she was looking for in the pictures. Well, the answers were revealed when Ashes posted a hint about their collaboration on their social media.
9 March 2023, 14:58 PM
How entertainment revolutionised brand marketing
“Deshi Nagad ey Beshi Labh” or “Payment diben bKashe”
14 February 2023, 18:00 PM
Is corporate involvement enriching our music?
While many old songs are being lost due to a poor archiving system, corporations like IPDC, Square, and Coca-Cola are working tirelessly to archive old Bangla songs and present it with a modern twist for the young generation
14 February 2023, 18:00 PM
Who gave Hansal Mehta the right to make ‘Faraaz’?
Recently, the trailer of the movie was released which received mixed responses from Bangladeshi audiences. People questioned the filmmaker for capitalising on a country's personal tragedy, and making it in Hindi, which is not their native language.
19 January 2023, 10:37 AM
‘We will make FDC great again’
Nipun Akhter made headlines when she finally secured her victory as General Secretary of Bangladesh Film Artistes Association last year. The “Shajghor” actress has a lot of surprises in store as she is shooting for a thriller web-film “Opolap” and also bagged a nomination for Best Actress for her film “Birotto” at the ‘Meril Prothom Alo Awards 2022’.
In a candid conversation with The Daily Star, Nipun divulges about her upcoming plans for association, movies and more.
16 January 2023, 05:19 AM
‘I have more fans in Bangladesh than Kolkata’
Sabyasachi Chakraborty etched a place into the hearts of the Bengali public, when he donned the role of the iconic ‘Feluda’ on the silver screen. Through his immaculate screen-presence and indomitable personality, the actor has continued to reign over the film industry as future generations keep on admiring the actor.
15 January 2023, 16:40 PM
12 months, 5 films, one Shuvoo
Arifin Shuvoo often talks about his ‘Made in Bangladesh’ six-pack – and it is true that he has worked incredibly hard for his body transformation over the years, especially for “Black War”, which was released yesterday.
14 January 2023, 10:15 AM
How Bollywood failed Sushant Singh Rajput
Sushant Singh Rajput won the hearts of audiences when he starred in the series, “Pavitra Rishta”. He would then go on to impress with stellar performances in “Kai Po Che”, “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story” and “Chhichhore”.
27 December 2022, 12:40 PM
Asia’s largest art extravaganza kicks off
An amalgamation of enchanting arts and creative art forms, the 19th Asian Art Biennale Bangladesh has brought together 114 countries and 493 artists under one roof at the heart of Dhaka, with the theme of “Home and Displacement”. It is said to be the biggest art exhibition in Asia.
8 December 2022, 10:08 AM
Sanjida Preeti’s desires
Vivacious, pretty, and down-to-earth -- Sanjida Preeti impressed one and all with her performances throughout the years. From essaying the young and bubbly Titir in “Kacher Manush” to the doe-eyed Naila from “Bhalobashi Tai Bhalobeshe Jai”, the versatile actress has forayed all three mediums- Th
6 December 2022, 04:00 AM
‘Kura Pokkhir Shunne Ura’ nominated for Kolkata International Film Festival
Muhammad Quayum's debut-directorial movie, "Kura Pokkhir Shunne Ura" (The Golden Wings of Watercocks) has been nominated at the 28th edition of the prestigious Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF). The film was nominated under the “International Competition: Innovation in Moving Images” category.
4 December 2022, 07:28 AM
The untold story of Luva Nahid Choudhury
Over the years, Bangladesh has blossomed into a social hub for fine arts and cultural programmes, through the brilliant contributions of eminent literary figures and renowned personalities.
29 November 2022, 04:00 AM
Rubaiyat Hossain granted 50,000 Euros for upcoming film
Recently, internationally acclaimed filmmaker, Rubaiyat Hossain received a grant from the 37th Berlin World Cinema Fund. The independent filmmaker won 50,000 Euros (BDT 53 lakhs) for her upcoming production “The Difficult Bride”.
27 November 2022, 11:20 AM
Ayub Bachchu's dream becomes a reality
Legendary musician Ayub Bachchu had a vision of creating a band music fest, which would feature popular bands from Bangladesh coming together for an enthralling musical experience. Nine years ago, he requested Channel i to arrange Band Music Day on December 1 of each year, with elaborate functions to celebrate the joyous union of Bangladesh’s top bands.
23 November 2022, 07:00 AM
Pantha Kanai to make his web-film debut with Tasnia Farin
Noted singer and musician Pantha Kanai has ventured into acting with Moin Hasan Dhrubo’s “Dahokal”. He posted pictures from the set along with Tasnia Farin, on his official Facebook page. The singer was seen wearing a blue flowery printed shirt paired with greyish shorts, while Tasnia looked cute in white Kurti.
6 November 2022, 14:08 PM
100 days in theatres – ‘Hawa’ cast celebrates century
Mejbaur Rahman Sumon's "Hawa'' has stormed into the hearts of people, with its exhilarating cinematography and believable cast. The movie recently created a standstill at Nandan, where Kolkata audiences pulled up in crowds to watch the movie at 4th Bangladesh Film Festival.
5 November 2022, 08:45 AM
A director’s 20 year wait to realise his dreams
Muhammad Quayum’s debut directorial movie, “Kura Pokkhir Shunne Ura” (The Golden Wings of Watercocks) depicts the tale of marginalised peasants and farmers, who have to survive in the unpredictable haor areas of Bangladesh.
3 November 2022, 13:06 PM
‘Araal’: The duality of man in its full, unhinged glory
The pious and religious Siddique is a Muezzin on a small island in Monpura. His life revolves around the small mosque, where he would serenade the village with the sound of Azaan. One day, when he comes to his house, he discovers the body of a prostitute. He doesn’t have a single clue as to how the body arrived, and buries it deep under his residence. The dead body haunts him in his sleep, and finally, when he confesses to the police, they find out that the body is no longer there. How did the body disappear?
27 October 2022, 04:00 AM
Mehzeb Chowdhury – pioneer in criminology, savant in films
Mehzeb Chowdhury is best known for his invention of MABMAT, a Mars Rover-like invention that aids crime scene analysis which modernised the field. However, the Bangladesh-origin prodigy is also a member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA’s) ‘The Connect’ programme for his contribution to the British film industry as a cinematographer and screenwriter.
21 October 2022, 04:05 AM