Recently, following the dissemination of a modified version of actress Apu Biswas' conversation with Gaan Bangla Chairperson Farzana Munny on a ‘controversial matter,’ false information proliferated both in local media and on various social media platforms.

Md Golam Kebria Sarkar, popularly known as RJ Kebria, is a well-known personality for those who frequently engage with YouTube and Facebook content in Bangladesh. With a vibrant career in radio, he gained popularity for his witty commentary that resonated with the audience. Recently, he became the first Bangladeshi YouTuber to be featured on YouTube’s official blog.

Taylor Swift continues her ascent, now standing alongside icons Oprah Winfrey and Beyonce on Forbes' World's Most Powerful Women 2023 list. "The most alluring thing a woman can have is confidence," echoes the sentiment of pop legend Beyonce. With this self-assured confidence, women globally have attained stages and pedestals that were once merely the stuff of dreams.

Salman Khan was present as one of the chief guests at the programme. Apart from the “Tiger 3” star, Anil Kapoor, Shatrughan Sinha, Sonakshi Sinha, Sourav Ganguly and Mahesh Bhatt were also present.

A good number of films and series have already been released based on true events, particularly of wars and tragic incidents. For instance, “The Railway Man”, based on the Bhopal gas leakage created a stir amongst the audience.

The vocalist, who captivated the hearts of many with her melodious voice and remarkable whistling skills, has confirmed that she is tying the knot with Amit, a business professional who is also enthusiastic about music.

Through a cultural programme with music, recitation, and dance, the event will pay tribute to the deceased artistes who have made huge contributions to the cultural arena. They are poet Asad Chowdhury, and singers Fakhir Alamgir, and Bulbul Mahalanobish.

Shamshul Haque Gazi, the grandfather of popular actress Pori Moni, passed away while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in the capital, reportedly due to old-age-related health problems.

The programme is scheduled to be telecast at 7:50 pm on Friday at ATN Bangla, confirmed Anjam Masud, the director and convenor of the show.

Actor Masum Parvez Rubel, popularly known as Rubel, has collected a Awami League nomination form for the upcoming 12th parliamentary elections.

The famed actor, Zafar Iqbal, was also an acclaimed musician, and the song is one of his biggest hits in the golden era of the Bangladeshi film industry in the 70s and 80s.

Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua has been crowned Miss Universe 2023. Following fierce competition amongst 84 country candidates, Miss Nicaragua emerged victorious as the 72nd Miss Universe.

Comedy has long been recognised as a potent medium for social commentary and critique. Amongst the myriad of issues it tackles, the Israel-Palestine conflict has not escaped the attention of comedians worldwide. Employing humour as a mechanism for protest and expression, comedians have increasingly utilised their platforms in recent years to spotlight the complexities and tensions inherent in this ongoing conflict.

As Famous Hollywood television host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel is set to host the Oscars 2024 for the fourth time, Indian comedian Vir Das has penned a note as to why award ceremonies are better with comedians and not big stars as hosts.

The actor, who gave life to Disney’s iconic Mary Poppins or the Baker’s Wife in “Into the Woods”, said before being an actor she was just a little girl struggling with a stutter. Even today, the actor still considers herself a stutterer.

Comedian Jimmy Kimmel will host the 96th Oscars next year, his fourth time helming the pinnacle event of the Hollywood awards season, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said on Wednesday.

Nazifa Tabassum, a Bangladeshi makeup artist, has been in the news recently for styling a makeover of popular Bollywood actress Zareen Khan.

Before the release of “Jawan”, which later earned more than Rs 1100 crore at the box office, there were speculations that Thalapathy Vijay would also be a part of the film but he wasn’t. Atlee has now however confirmed that his upcoming film will be with Shah Rukh Khan and Vijay.

The makers unveiled the poster of the film Tuesday, featuring veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty as its lead and renowned child actor Anumegha Kahali as Mini, and expect it to be a cinematic marvel from the depths of history penned by Rabindranath Tagore.

Transgender woman Yasin Ahmed Sokal has won the title of second runner-up in “Miss Evergreen Bangladesh 2023.” This is the first time that a trans woman has competed and won an award at a beauty pageant in Bangladesh.