First song from ‘Delupi’ released
23 October 2025, 11:04 AM
English-language Bangladeshi film ‘Dot’ to release in the US
23 October 2025, 05:43 AM
Camila Cabello joins Jonah Hill’s comedy ‘Cut Off’
23 October 2025, 05:37 AM
Sabila Noor boards ‘Bonolota Express’, paving way for new face in ‘Rakkhosh’
23 October 2025, 05:27 AM
‘Behula Dorodi’ brings Tangail’s folk theatre to cinemas this October
23 October 2025, 05:23 AM
Star Cineplex to release Japanese anime film ‘Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc’
23 October 2025, 05:22 AM
BLACKPINK’s Jisoo debuts on Billboard Hot 100 with Zayn Malik collaboration ‘Eyes Closed’
23 October 2025, 05:11 AM
Theatre Art Unit marks 34th anniversary with new play ‘Boloy’
23 October 2025, 05:11 AM
James announces marriage and welcomes newborn son
22 October 2025, 10:05 AM
Yamada Yoji to receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Tokyo Film Festival
22 October 2025, 06:32 AM
‘Khalamoni’ Ferdausi Rahman returns with ‘Esho Gaan Shikhi’
The musical icon has finally appeared in front of the camera with BTV’s popular programme “Esho Gaan Shikhi”, which has been running for more than 5 decades.
6 March 2022, 12:22 PM
American actress Bethenny Frankel raises $25M for Ukraine relief
“Real Housewives of New York City” famed American actress Bethenny Frankel has raised a donation worth $25 million for the refugee relocation programme for Ukraine.
6 March 2022, 09:53 AM
Nazrul Utsav 2022 to commemorate the National Poet’s legacy
A press conference for ‘Nazrul Utsav 2022’, a two-day festival to commemorate the work of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, was held yesterday at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) premises at Shegunbagicha.
3 March 2022, 18:00 PM
Situation in Ukraine ‘devastating’, says Priyanka
Taking a stand against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas called Russia’s actions “terrifying”.
26 February 2022, 18:00 PM
The Father of the Nation through graphic novels
As I sifted through the pages of “Mujib”, the graphic novel series depicting the Father of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s life, I could not help but think of how many generations of children could have benefited from this remarkable portrayal of the Father of the Nation.
25 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Habiba Nowrose’s ‘Tongue Tied’ is an intriguing reimagining of Bengali cuisine
Embracing, adoring and nurturing traditional Bengali cuisine in a picturesque manner - Habiba Nowrose’s “Tongue Tied” opened today at La Galerie, Alliance Francaise de Dhaka.
25 February 2022, 15:15 PM
Hollywood star Sean Penn in Ukraine to continue work on documentary
Filmmaker and actor Sean Penn is in Ukraine to continue work on a documentary about the ongoing Russian assault.
25 February 2022, 04:57 AM
Final season of ‘Peaky Blinders’ out on Feb 27
The acclaimed series “Peaky Blinders” is officially set to return for a sixth and final season on February 27.
17 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Zayed Khan serves legal notice for contempt of court to Nipun
Film actor Zayed Khan has served a contempt of court notice to actress Nipun Akter for taking over as the general secretary (GS) of Bangladesh Film Artistes' Association (BFAA) in violation of the Appellate Division’s order.
16 February 2022, 11:33 AM
Ekushey Boi Mela: where stars appear on pages
Alongside renowned authors, noted celebrities publish books during the Ekushey Boi Mela. Due to their obvious popularity, these books also tend to perform well at the fair.
14 February 2022, 18:00 PM
Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury in ICU with Covid-19
Celebrated astrologer and lyricist Kausar Ahmed Chaudhury is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a private hospital in Dhaka.
11 February 2022, 12:24 PM
I will always regret not meeting her in person: Ferdausi Rahman
Ekushey Padak-winning singer Ferdausi Rahman shared her regrets for not being able to meet legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar in person. In conversation with The Daily Star, the singer spoke about her admiration for the maestro.
6 February 2022, 12:39 PM
Every year on my birthday, she would send me a sari: Runa Laila
Much like the rest of the world, Bangladesh’s music industry was shocked by the demise of eminent singer Lata Mangeshkar. Celebrated singer Runa Laila wrote a description of her bonding with the legendary singer. Runa Laila first met Lata Mangeshkar in 1974, at a concert in Mumbai, where Lata Mangeshkar was the chief guest. It was Runa Laila’s first concert in India.
6 February 2022, 11:32 AM
Revisiting 5 memorable songs of Lata Mangeshkar
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar breathed her last today at the age of 92. The Nightingale of India was born on September 28, 1929. She began her singing career when she was 13.
6 February 2022, 09:02 AM
7 eminent artistes to receive Ekushey Padak this year
Twenty-four eminent personalities will get the country's second highest civilian award, the Ekushey Padak, this year in recognition of their contributions to various fields.
3 February 2022, 08:52 AM
Tahsan and Arnob join hands as Coca-Cola Bangladesh ambassadors
Coca-Cola Bangladesh has signed popular singers and music composers - Tahsan Khan and Shayan Chowdhury Arnob as brand ambassadors for the renowned brand.
25 January 2022, 11:38 AM
‘Adopt a homeless child’, Taslima slams surrogacy as Priyanka announces motherhood
Author Taslima Nasrin has slammed the process of giving birth via surrogacy, saying that such a process exists since there are poor women who get exploited in the process.
22 January 2022, 15:45 PM
Dhaka Int'l Film Festival: Surprisingly solid, disappointingly under-appreciated
English in many different accents: Indian, Polish, European, Egyptian, Iranian, Russian, and many more, started echoing like a drum roll in my ears when I entered the director’s lounge at the 20th Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF).
19 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Comic actor Betty White passes away at 99
Comedic actress Betty White, who capped a career of more than 80 years by becoming America's geriatric sweetheart after Emmy-winning roles on television sitcoms "The Golden Girls" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," has died less than three weeks shy of her 100th birthday, People magazine said on Friday, quoting her agent.
31 December 2021, 20:09 PM
Stars pledge for a better 2022
I wish to see a world, where we could rejoice together on different occasions. Being an actor, I also hope that I get to play characters that help me grow, and refine my craft.
31 December 2021, 18:00 PM