Star Cineplex to release Japanese anime film ‘Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc’

After the massive success of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle”, Star Cineplex is bringing another major Japanese anime film to Bangladesh — “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc”.
23 October 2025, 05:22 AM

Warner Bros Discovery opposes Israeli film boycott: ‘Our policies prohibit discrimination of any kind’

Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has issued an official statement opposing calls for a boycott of Israeli film institutions, saying such actions would violate the company’s anti-discrimination policies.
17 October 2025, 05:11 AM

‘Tin Goyenda’ author Rakib Hasan no more

Began his literary journey with Seba Prokashoni; wrote and translated over 400 books under various pen names
15 October 2025, 12:06 PM

‘Ali’ heads to Canada’s Festival du nouveau cinéma after Cannes acclaim

Set in a conservative coastal town where women are forbidden to sing in public, “Ali” follows a young boy blessed with an uncanny female voice who hides his gift while secretly dreaming of entering a singing competition.
13 October 2025, 06:10 AM

“Reels of Resistance” highlights indigenous stories at DUFS

At a time when tensions are once again rising in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), marked by sporadic violence, and fear among indigenous communities, the screening of indigenous films “My Bicycle” (2015) and “Dear Mother” (2023) is a gesture of solidarity and a counter-archive against erasure.
13 October 2025, 06:08 AM

Are Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau dating?

Photos of pop star and ex Canadian PM getting cosy on a yacht spark social media frenzy
12 October 2025, 17:04 PM

Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to more than four years in prison

Combs apologises to his victims, saying his behavior was "disgusting, shameful and sick."
4 October 2025, 03:55 AM
3 October 2025, 18:01 PM

‘Notun Kuri’ auditions begin tomorrow across Bangladesh

Bangladesh Television’s iconic talent hunt programme “Notun Kuri”, South Asia’s first-ever reality show, is kicking off its latest auditions to discover young performers across the country.
23 September 2025, 09:17 AM

Bogura’s Modhuban Cineplex shuts down

Modhuban Cineplex, one of Bogura’s modern theatres, has officially closed its doors. The announcement came Thursday (September 18) night, through a heartfelt Facebook post addressed to its loyal audiences, marking the end of an era for the region’s entertainment scene.
20 September 2025, 07:14 AM

Tangia Zaman Methila crowned Miss Universe Bangladesh 2025

Looking ahead to the international competition in November, Mithila added, “I want to represent Bangladesh with pride. With dignity, courage, and honour, I will do my best to uphold my country’s name. Please stand by me and keep me in your prayers.”
19 September 2025, 12:11 PM

Sally Rooney cancels UK engagements amid fears of arrest linked to Palestine Action

Irish novelist Sally Rooney, best known for “Normal People” and “Conversations with Friends”, was unable to attend the Sky Arts Awards ceremony this week to collect her prize for literature, citing fears of arrest if she entered the UK.
19 September 2025, 06:01 AM

Key winners at the 77th Emmy Awards

List of winners in key categories
15 September 2025, 03:28 AM

'The Studio,' 'Severance' and 'Adolescence' among Emmy winners

"The Studio" co-creator Seth Rogen won best actor in a comedy for his role as a floundering movie executive, and best director
15 September 2025, 02:53 AM

Jaya Ahsan named UNDP Goodwill Ambassador for third consecutive term

Acclaimed Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan has been reappointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), marking her third consecutive term in the role.
13 September 2025, 07:59 AM

The biggest OTT extravaganza kicks off

A stellar performance by Alifia Squad and Parsa Evana has marked the beginning of the OTT Awards
7 September 2025, 12:45 PM

Mattra celebrates 40 years, recognises stars' contributions

Mattra celebrated its 40th anniversary with the "Luminous Stars Recognition 2025" event at Aloki Convention Centre. The ceremony honoured the individuals both in front of and behind the camera who have elevated the standard of advertising in Bangladesh.
6 September 2025, 13:42 PM

Children’s workshops and Kiarostami retrospectives at Biblion this September

Bookstore and café Biblion, located in Mirpur 6, is set to host two special programmes throughout September—“Shilpo Kolpo Golpo”, a creative workshop for children, and a screening-discussion series on the works of Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami.
2 September 2025, 05:25 AM

Farooki welcomes move to honour Lalon, calls for wider cultural recognition

Filmmaker and Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has praised the government’s decision to elevate Lalon Shah’s death anniversary to a “Category A” national day, calling it the first step towards dismantling a long history of intellectual colonisation.
28 August 2025, 08:39 AM

NSU hosts SG60 film screening, bridging Singapore and Bangladesh

On Saturday (August 23), the campus of North South University transformed into a cultural bridge between Singapore and Bangladesh. The Singapore High Commission hosted a special SG60 Movie Screening to mark the 60th anniversary of Singapore’s independence. The event celebrated heritage, culture, and the power of stories to connect communities across borders.
26 August 2025, 17:03 PM