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The rise and fall of Chattogram’s single-screen cinema halls

Eid holidays in Chattogram city were once synonymous with a cherished tradition: families and friends gathering to enjoy movies in single-screen cinema halls scattered across the city. However, the golden days of cinema halls are long gone.

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Govt wants to make film industry self-reliant: Arafat

The government is working to make the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (FDC) and the country's film industry completely self-reliant, reducing their dependency on the government, said State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Mohammad Ali Arafat today

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The evolution of horror on Bollywood silver screen

The horror genre in Bollywood has come a long way since its inception. From the days of black-and-white classics to the modern era of psychological thrillers and supernatural tales, the evolution of horror in Indian cinema is a fascinating journey. This genre has not only sent chills down the spines of audiences but also provided a unique lens through which filmmakers have explored societal fears and cultural taboos.

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The comfort of rereading old books

I often feel overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of new books that I still want to read—so many stories, so little time—and understand that this is an ambition that rereading can only delay.

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Riverdale can be anytime, anywhere

Sweet, colourful, and funny, Archie comics were one of the only graphic narratives available for people who weren’t interested in superheroes and really gritty, edgy comics like Batman.

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How you too can nearly, almost, probably become a Jedi Knight

At its core, 'Star Wars' is a classic tale of underdogs taking on a powerful enemy; it's a story of hope and perseverance, of standing up for what's right even when the odds are against you.

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‘The Hunger Games’ and the danger of desensitisation to violence

In making the Hunger Games unglamorous, Suzanne Collins challenges the audience to reflect on how they view violence in entertainment

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Love the Oscars winners? Here’s what you should read

The book behind the Oscar-winning adaptations, and books about the history of the award

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Kangana Ranaut to play Indira Gandhi in political period drama

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will portray the role of former Indian premier Indira Gandhi in an upcoming political drama.

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4th Global Youth Film Festival Bangladesh kicks off

The fourth installment of the Global Youth Film Festival begins today (December 26) at Bandarban.

4y ago

Only a miracle can save him, Soumitra Chatterjee’s doctor says

Ailing thespian Soumitra Chatterjee has been put on life support system in Belle Vue Hospital in Kolkata. “Nothing less than a miracle can save him,” a doctor attending him has said.

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Former James Bond actor Sean Connery dies aged 90

Former James Bond actor Sean Connery has passed away. He was 90.

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Drugs in Bollywood: NCB summons Deepika Padukone, Sara Ali Khan, Shraddha Kapoor

India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), which is investigating the alleged Bollywood-drug nexus, may summon actor Deepika Padukone, NCB sources have said.

4y ago

US lawmakers quiz Disney CEO over Xinjiang connection to ‘Mulan’

A group of bipartisan US lawmakers have urged Walt Disney Co CEO Bob Chapek to explain the company’s connection with “security and propaganda” authorities of China’s Xinjiang region during the production of live-action war epic “Mulan”.

4y ago

Star Cineplex may remain at Bashundhara City Mall

Star Cineplex may continue its operation at the Bashundhara City shopping mall after possibility of renewal of its agreement with the mall authorities has reportedly emerged.

4y ago

Actor Robert Pattinson tests positive for Covid-19, pausing production of 'The Batman'

Actor Robert Pattinson tested positive for Covid-19, causing production in Britain on the set of his film "The Batman" to pause, Vanity Fair and the Hollywood Reporter have reported.

4y ago

Tribute fit for a King: Most-liked tweet now belongs to Chadwick Boseman

The tweet that announced the passing away of Chadwick Boseman is now the most-liked tweet of all time.

4y ago

A legacy that lives on

Every time the tune of the song Nil Akasher Niche Ami hits my eardrums, I get teleported back into the retro era — those bellbottoms, Texas collars and the majestic brilliance of silver screen actors. A lot has changed since then — the fashions, the musicals, even the dialogues, but for me, a glimpse of the Nayak Raj refreshes all memories. Today marks the 3rd death anniversary of the legendary National Film Award-winning actor, Abdur Razzak.

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