Security for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards has been significantly tightened following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk earlier this week. The ceremony, set for September 14 at the Peacock Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, was already under strict security protocols, but producers, CBS executives, Television Academy leaders, and law enforcement have instituted additional measures in response to the incident.

Production on Amazon MGM’s much-anticipated “Highlander” remake has been pushed back after lead actor Henry Cavill sustained an injury during preparations. The Chad Stahelski-directed film, originally set to begin filming soon, will now likely be delayed until early 2026, according to reports confirmed by Variety.

The narrative centres on Chandra, a character who discovers her superpowers following her father’s disappearance. Kalyani Priyadarshan’s portrayal of the lead character has been noted for its effectiveness.

Director Anonno Proteek Chowdhury makes a striking debut with “Noya Note” (New Money) — a socially charged drama about dignity and about deception. Writing both the story and screenplay himself, Anonno crafts a narrative that is deeply rooted in Bangladeshi society but broad in its human appeal.

“Big Little Lies” debuted in 2017 as a limited series, adapted from Liane Moriarty’s novel, and became a runaway success. The show collected multiple Emmys, including best limited series, best actress for Kidman, and best supporting actress for Laura Dern. HBO later extended the story with a second season, which introduced Meryl Streep as Mary Louise Wright alongside the returning ensemble cast.

Directed by Shoibur Rahman Russell and produced by Md Imam Hasan under the Nayontara Limited banner, “Nandini” is adapted from Paritosh Barai's novel "Norok Nandini". The story follows the struggle of a woman who refuses to give in to fate.

Bangladeshi filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev’s acclaimed short film “Ali” has earned a Special Mention at the Kyiv International Short Film Festival (KISFF), adding another milestone to its global festival journey. Rajeev shared the news on social media, expressing gratitude to the festival jury for “recognising and embracing our film in this way,” calling it “another win for ‘Ali’.”

Celebrated for his versatility and intense screen presence, Mosharraf Karim has a unique ability to switch effortlessly between humor, suspense, and drama. His performance in the web series “Adhunik Bangla Hotel” is a testament to his talent, where he masterfully brought to life not one, but three completely distinct characters, leaving both critics and viewers impressed.

Afran Nisho has been spotted in a remote desert region of Kazakhstan, where preparations are underway for his upcoming film “Domm”.

Eric Stonestreet, beloved for his role as Cameron Tucker on “Modern Family”, has tied the knot with longtime partner Lindsay Schweitzer. The couple exchanged vows on September 8 at their newly built home in Kansas City, Missouri, marking the occasion between their birthdays.

Actors Keira Knightley and James McAvoy will lend their voices to Professor Umbridge and Mad-Eye Moody in Audible’s upcoming “Harry Potter” audiobook series, according to US media reports.

SonyLIV has released a teaser of its upcoming slate for the year, offering the first look at Arifin Shuvoo in Soumik Sen’s much-anticipated series “Jazz City”.

But what about acting? Zinnat smiled and replied, “If I get roles that allow me to tell real stories, I’ll gladly take them. While shooting, we were often reminded not to focus on looking our best in front of the camera, but rather to tone it down and stay true to the character. That experience gave me the confidence to believe that artistes can truly become anyone once they step into a role.”

For Anuparna Roy, in her thirties, the excitement of winning an award with her very first feature film at the world’s oldest film festival in Venice is yet to sink in. The Indian media took no notice of Roy, an English literature student from Burdwan University in West Bengal, when she released her first short film “Run To The River” a couple of years ago. But today, that moment seems light years away.

The pledge reflects growing cultural opposition to Israel’s actions. Rights groups and United Nations experts have repeatedly accused Israel of committing genocide since the conflict with Hamas escalated nearly two years ago. Palestinian rights advocates have urged global celebrities to use their platforms to amplify the humanitarian crisis.

The Bangladesh Federation of Film Societies (BFFS) has announced the official call for submissions of eligible Bangladeshi films for the International Feature Film category of the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars), organised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), USA.

Popular drama series “Bachelor Point” is bringing back one of its most loved characters. Yesterday evening, at a grand press conference held at Dhaka’s Hotel Intercontinental, director Kajal Arefin Ome officially announced that actor Tawsif Mahbub will reprise his role as Nehal in the ongoing fifth season of the series.

The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards will feature a reunion of the “Gilmore Girls” leads, alongside stars from “Wednesday”, “Euphoria”, and “Law & Order”. The complete list of presenters has been revealed by CBS and the Television Academy.

Acclaimed actress Jaya Ahsan, who enjoys immense popularity on both sides of Bengal, attended an award ceremony in Kolkata on Sunday (September 7). 

The rom-com project stars FS Nayeem and Sunerah Binte Kamal in the lead roles. Written by Raba Khan and produced by Alpha-i, the film will be released on September 11 on Chorki.