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Sharmin Joya

Dora explores within

The singer has stepped beyond her folk roots to explore a more diverse musical direction, beginning with her latest release “Chol Preme Pure Jai” — a chill step number whose lyrics, tune, and composition have been handled by Autumnal Moon. Released under the banner of G Series, the track marks a refreshing shift in Dora’s journey as an artiste.
9 May 2025, 18:23 PM

Dola does it again

Some songs don’t just trend—they take over. One such track is “Chand Mama”, from the film ”Borbaad”, which didn’t just climb the YouTube Music trending list once, but soared to the top twice and is still continuing to evoke emotions even after a month.
2 May 2025, 18:00 PM

Adnan Al Rajeev’s ‘risktaking’ pays off, lands him in Cannes

There’s no arrogance in his voice when he says it — just the quiet certainty of someone who knows that the real magic lies not in the destination, but in the journey itself. “And right now, for me, that journey is just beginning,” he concludes.
26 April 2025, 14:41 PM

Basar perseveres through setbacks

Among the most featured actors, Khairul Basar stands out, starring in 15 projects that are being released one after another. So far, seven have premiered, including “Golper Naam Maya” directed by Shetu Arif, “Shohore Joto Rong” by Syed Shakil, “Manush Ki Bolbe” by Ashikur Rahman, “Payel” by Sayful Hafiz Khan, and “Jodi Amar How” by Serniabat Shawon, among others, while others are on the line.
25 April 2025, 18:00 PM

Xefer owning it

This Eid, Xefer Rahman surprised fans not just with new music, but also with her return to acting. After her debut in Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s “Monogamy”, she appeared in the highly anticipated web-series “Myself Allen Swapan 2”, directed by Shihab Shaheen. She not only shared the screen with Nasir Uddin Khan but also lent her voice to the series with the track “Boyam Pakhi 2.0”. Simultaneously, her song “Niye Jabe Ki” from the Eid film “Daagi” was added to the festive lineup.
12 April 2025, 04:00 AM

‘Borbaad’ leads, ‘Daagi’ leaves a mark

As the film industry gears up for festival seasons, cinema hall owners eagerly anticipate the most hyped time of the year. This Eid-ul-Fitr, six films hit the silver screen: “Borbaad”, “Daagi”, “Jongli”, “Chokkor 302”, “Jinn 3”, and “Antaratma”.
2 April 2025, 11:16 AM

The musical journey of Arafat Mohsin

Nidhi’s journey in the entertainment industry began as a composer and music producer. His first film project was Redoan Rony’s “Ice Cream”, and he continued to make his mark with other film scores, including his work on “DamaaI”, “Surongo”, and “Toofan”.
29 March 2025, 13:19 PM

‘WAVES’ announced at IGCC, initiative plans to nurture global talents

The summit was officially announced in Bangladesh at a launch event held at the Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre in Dhaka, today, alongside a discussion celebrating 111 years of Indian cinema. The event, organised by the High Commission of India in Dhaka, highlighted the objectives and potential global impact of WAVES. Ann Mary George, first secretary (Culture) at the High Commission of India, shared the vision for WAVES, stating, “We aim to make this an annual event, much like the World Economic Summit in Davos or the Raisina Dialogue for foreign policy. This will be a landmark platform for media and entertainment.”
19 March 2025, 13:21 PM

‘Damal’: How did it do initially?

Raihan Rafi directorial “Damal” created a lot of hype on social media, ever since the film was announced.
29 October 2022, 14:09 PM

I was a victim of film politics: Tanvir Tonu

Beginning his career as a model, he appeared in a telecom brand’s TVC, under the direction of Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.
29 October 2022, 04:00 AM

Winning over the audience, one smile at a time

Tanjim Saiyara Totini, with her potential, could be one of the busiest actresses of her time. However, she prefers being selective about her works. From her journey of “Kolpona” to “Shuhashini”, her memorable smile leaves a mark on the audience’s hearts. 
15 October 2022, 09:15 AM

Is ‘Karagar’ another landmark for OTT?

After the immense success of “Taqdeer”, the director took about two years to come up with another thriller/mystery.
23 August 2022, 05:45 AM

How the stage leads to stardom

Amidst the many benefits that the rise of OTT has afforded the entertainment industry, the rise of proven theatre actors to perpetual stardom is exemplary. Whether it be Mostafizur Noor Imran as Moloy in “Mohanagar”, Shohel Mondol as Montu in “Taqdeer”, Sharif Siraj as “Jackson Bhai” in “YouTumor” or Khairul Basar as Munna in “Networker Baire”— these stars have found their breakthrough roles, and never had to look back.
20 August 2022, 08:24 AM

Will ‘Saturday Afternoon’ ever see a theatrical release?

Based on the gruesome terrorist attack in Dhaka's Holey Artisan Bakery in 2016, the 83-minute film was shot in one take.
11 August 2022, 11:23 AM

People did 'Hawa' promotions for us: Chanchal Chowdhury

Mejbaur Rahman Sumon's debut directorial film "Hawa", which stars Chanchal Chowdhury, hits theatres today. The two-time National Film Award-winning actor portrays the role of Chan Majhi, the leader of a group of fishermen—who are stuck on a fishing trawler for fifteen days.
29 July 2022, 03:38 AM

I am coming back next week: Shakib Khan

After postponing his arrival on the occasion of Eid, the ‘king’ of Dhallywood Shakib Khan is coming back to Bangladesh next week. In a conversation over Whatsapp, the superstar informed that he is booking tickets for the coming week.
18 July 2022, 11:49 AM

Celebrating Eid with family: Shariful Razz

Sariful Islam Razz has earned a place for himself as one of the rising actors on the silver screen, ever since his debut in “Ice-cream”. Raihan Rafi directorial “Poran”, featuring Razz, Bidya Sinha Mim, and Yash Rohan will hit the theatres this Eid-ul-Adha. Razz has awestruck with his villainous look in the film.
12 July 2022, 10:00 AM

A new beginning for a young filmmaker

Director Raka Noshin Nower has been an ad-film director for the past ten years, formerly associated with Applebox Films. She made a name for herself with her debut tele-fiction, which was aired on Valentine’s Day—“Aar Theko Na Durey”, one of the stories of “Closeup Kachhe Ashar Didhahin Golpo” this year.
5 July 2022, 04:00 AM

We need more commercial films: Shakib Khan

Dhallywood “King” Shakib Khan has received a government grant of BDT 65 Lakhs for his co-produced film “Maya”. The actor is residing in the USA, and has received a green card recently. The “Golui” actor will come to Bangladesh to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha with his family and peers.
30 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Totini living in the moment

A young lady steals the show portraying the character of Kolpona in “Ei Muhurte”, in the chapter directed by Piplu R Khan. The Chorki project is the first of many for Tanjim Saiyara Totini, a first-year student of North South University.
27 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Shahosh: A courageous effort or squandered potential?

Nazia Haque Orsha and Mustafizur Noor Imran starrer “Shahosh” depicts a story of the locals of Bagerhat. The Sazzad Khan directorial highlights how an urban girl, who becomes a victim of rape, fights for justice and in her journey, her closed ones abandon her.
22 June 2022, 18:00 PM

Mithila’s silver screen debut: Two films in two countries

Celebrated actress Rafiath Rashid Mithila recently made her silver screen debut in two countries on the same day. Anonno Mamun directorial “Omanush” in Bangladesh, co-starring with Nirab Hossain and Sauvik Kundu’s “Ay Khuku Ay” in India, sharing the screen with Prosenjit Chatterjee.
19 June 2022, 18:00 PM

An ode to the selfless pillars of life

My father never underestimated my work.
18 June 2022, 18:00 PM

19 films receive government grant

The government of Bangladesh has been up front about supporting the film industry, providing funds since 1976-77 fiscal year. Amidst the pandemic last year, the highest number of films were provided a handsome amount of fund, to encourage the film industry. This year, 19 films have received the grant, to the elation of directors, actors and the crew linked to the projects.
15 June 2022, 10:26 AM

‘Agamikal’ releases today, Emon excited

The actor is playing one of the important roles in Anjan Aich directorial "Agamikal" which releases today, in 30 cinema halls across the country.
3 June 2022, 10:12 AM

Intekhab Dinar’s resurgence on OTT

In the 24 years of his acting career, Intekhab Dinar made a place in the hearts of the audience with his powerful performances on stage, television, and recently, OTT platforms.
26 May 2022, 18:00 PM

Second-year student Sumi debuts as heroine today

Shahnaz Sumi’s passion for art started at the age of three, when she began learning the basics of dance.
19 May 2022, 18:00 PM

How justified is putting barriers on a work of art?

Last October, a draft policy for protecting the culture and OTT was published by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
13 May 2022, 18:00 PM

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