Tollywood
No room for ego: Swastika on embracing new roles
“To grow as an actress, one must leave the city, set aside their ego, and be willing to go anywhere,” says Swastika Mukherjee, whose 24-year career has seen her seamlessly transition between Tollywood and Bollywood, excelling across films and web-series alike.
31 December 2024, 06:03 AM
Ishaa Saha to play Tollywood's latest detective in upcoming series
A new investigator is set to mark in Tollywood, and this time, it’s a woman determined to uncover the truth. Tollywood actress Ishaa Saha is hence stepping into the role of a female detective in an upcoming web-series titled “BB Bakshi”, directed by Joydeep Mukherjee.
2 November 2024, 07:01 AM
Apurba debuts, Tareen returns to Tollywood this Christmas
This December, Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Tareen Jahan are set to make their Tollywood debuts, each starring in their own films. As the Christmas season approaches, these two Bangladeshi stars will go head-to-head at theatres across West Bengal.
28 October 2024, 06:12 AM
Apurba’s silver screen comeback confirmed for December
Ziaul Faruq Apurba is all set to emerge as the latest hero of Tollywood, marking his return to the big screen after an eight-year hiatus. The actor, especially popular on the small screen, will debut in West Bengal with “Chalchitra”, directed by Pratim D Gupta.
2 October 2024, 07:08 AM
Apurba starrer ‘Chalchitra’ joins Puja special lineup
The release of several Bengali films has been postponed following the tragic incident at Kolkata’s RG Kar. Industry insiders reveal that many are hesitant to kickstart promotions for Puja-special releases under these circumstances.
29 August 2024, 06:13 AM
Ritabhari Chakraborty demands justice for sexual assault survivors in Tollywood
Chakraborty called for exposing those responsible and urged West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to initiate an investigation akin to the Hema Commission, which recently shed light on similar issues in the Malayalam film industry.
27 August 2024, 10:10 AM
Sohini Sarkar set to tie the knot this month
One of Tollywood's leading actresses, Sohini Sarkar, is set to tie the knot with her fiancé. She has been in a romantic relationship with Kolkata-based singer shovon Gangopadhyay for the past year.
12 July 2024, 05:44 AM
Sohini Sarker spotted in Dhaka
Tollywood's stunning actress Sohini Sarker was recently spotted strolling through the streets of Dhaka.
4 May 2024, 04:58 AM
Bubly questioned about Shakib Khan in Kolkata
Shobnom Yesmin Bubly's Tollywood debut film, "Flashback", unveiled its teaser at a recent event in Kolkata.
18 February 2024, 05:14 AM
Two decades of music for ‘borderless’ Saqi
An interesting detail about this artiste that might escape notice is his involvement in the 2021 web-series “Contract”, as an actor, which was directed by Tanin Noor. "I took on the character of Lady Gias, a transgender individual associated with an underworld gang."
4 February 2024, 04:00 AM
Mosharraf Karim’s ‘Hubba’ falls prey to piracy
The Tollywood film "Hubba", featuring Mosharraf Karim, was released simultaneously in Dhaka and Kolkata on Friday. Since its release, the movie gained mixed response from cinema-goers.
21 January 2024, 12:27 PM
First look at ‘Flashback’s’ stars unveiled
Shobnom Yesmin Bubly, renowned for her acting in Bangladeshi films, is making her debut in Tollywood with the film "Flashback", directed by Rashed Raha. In this venture, Bubli shares the screen with actors Kaushik Ganguly and Saurav Das from Kolkata. The announcement was made a few days ago, and now their first look in the film has also been revealed.
20 January 2024, 06:35 AM
Bubly to set sail in Tollywood with ‘Flashback’
Shobnom Yesmin Bubly is all set to make her Tollywood debut under the direction of Bangladeshi filmmaker Rashed Raha in the movie "Flashback". She will be seen with Kaushik Ganguly and Sourav Das.
14 January 2024, 09:42 AM
Jaya Ahsan named amongst ‘breakout performers’ by Indian media
Jaya Ahsan has left an indelible mark in the entertainment industries of both India and Bangladesh through her exceptional performances. She recently made her Bollywood debut alongside Pankaj Tripathi in Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury's web-film, "Kadak Singh", released on Zee 5 on December 8.
24 December 2023, 11:58 AM
Mithila opens up about her journey in Bengali cinema
Rafiath Rashid Mithila has lately been engrossed in the Cinema of West Bengal. Her recent release, “Mayaa”, has already been receiving appreciation there. Three of her news films are now awaiting their respective release dates.
27 September 2023, 13:13 PM
Madhumita Sarcar to make her Bollywood debut
Madhumita Sarcar who rose to fame with her character 'Pakhi' in "Bojhena Se Bojhena" has become a popular figure in Tollywood for her unconventional roles.
15 July 2023, 05:16 AM
Enjoyed 'Mayaa' with Srijit: Mithila
Directed by Raajhorshee Dey, “Mayaa” has been released across 28 halls in the city.
9 July 2023, 06:13 AM
‘When are you getting married?’ : Subhashree asks Dev
Tollywood superstar Dev and diva Subhashree, had been friends for a very long while,having even dated in the meantime. They had acted opposite each other in films like “Challenge”, “Khokababu”,”Paran Jai Jaliya Re” and more. Dev even cast Subhashree in his production “Dhumketu” that is still awaiting release, due to internal conflicts.
In a recent TV-talk show “Apur Sangsar”, the actress was asked by the show’s presenter Saswata Chatterjee, what would she ask Dev as a reporter.
29 January 2023, 05:32 AM
Mamata urges Bollywood to invest in West Bengal film industry
Can money from Bollywood producers be married with the “talent” of Bangla film industry in India’s West Bengal?
26 April 2022, 06:12 AM
'Shankhachil' is one of my best films -- Prosenjit Chatterjee
Tollywood superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee is in Dhaka for the premiere of his latest film “Shankhachil” which releases in Dhaka and Kolkata on April 14.
12 April 2016, 18:00 PM