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Never have I ever…seen such diverse casting in western media
It makes me wonder if the entire show gets too swept up with its political correctness.
Nadeem Zaman’s ‘The Inheritors’ to be produced for the screen by Sharbari Zohra Ahmed
Quantico writer Sharbari Zohra Ahmed will produce Nadeem Zaman's Gatsby-inspired novel set in Dhaka.
Reimagining the magic for HBO Max's Harry Potter remake
Why don’t we imagine a cast that could illuminate the characters and make us happy?
‘Shadow and Bone’: new member of the "poor book adaptation club"
This season tries to cover too much ground and misplaces its focus in the process.
How Netflix’s ‘Shadow and Bone’ adaptation can be improved
Season 2 of 'Shadow and Bone' will be out on Netflix on March 16—how can it do better justice to the texts than Season 1?
Death Note is the perfect starter anime
If you're looking to step into the world of anime, Death Note may be your gateway.
TV shows to look out for in 2023
Here’s the shows we recommend you look out for in the coming year.
TV Show Review / The White Lotus: Unbridled chaos in lush paradise
It’s all you need to escape this freezing winter.
Kishwar Chowdhury makes it to the Top 5 of MasterChef Australia
MasterChef Australia contestant Kishwar Chowdhury has made it to the Top 5, getting closer to clinching the title. Week after week on the renowned cooking show, Kishwar has leaned into her proud Bangladeshi heritage to bring Bengali delicacies to the world. The other contestants who made it to the Top 5 are Linda Dalrymple, Pete Camobell, Justin Narayan, and Elise.
First look of Chorki’s anthology series ‘Unoloukik’ unveiled
OTT platform Chorki released the first official poster of their upcoming anthology series, "Unoloukik," across social media recently. Based on stories by noted author Shibobroto Bormon, the show is directed by Robiul Alam Robi.
Adnan Al Rajeev on his first web project, 'YouTumor'
Adnan Al Rajeev is a renowned name in the television industry, with numerous commercials and tele-fictions to his credit. His production house, Runout Films, is one of the major production companies in Bangladesh. The talented director is now gearing up for the release of his much-anticipated project, “YouTumor”.
Ashfaque Nipun on the success of 'Mohanagar'
"Mohanagar", the latest Hoichoi original series from Bangladesh, was released recently. Just hours after its release, it gained immense appreciation and positive reviews from the audience, both in Bangladesh and India. In a recent chat with The Daily Star, Ashfaque Nipun, the director and writer of the show, opened up about his experience of working on the project, and more.
Riaz returns to television
Renowned actor Riaz is set to star in a one-hour Eid special tele-fiction, “Bhai Boroi Premik Purush”, opposite actor Sarika. Currently, shooting for the project is underway at Old Dhaka. Riaz will be playing the role of Majnu, an Old Dhaka resident who falls in love and gets his heart broken quite easily.
Trailer of Hoichoi’s ‘Mohanagar’ released
Popular OTT platform Hoichoi announced their next original series, “Mohanagar”, written and directed by Ashfaque Nipun, earlier this month. The full trailer of the eight-episode series was released today. The show will begin streaming on Hoichoi from June 25.
Hoichoi announces eight-episode original ‘Mohanagar’
Popular OTT platform Hoichoi recently announced their next original series, “Mohanagar”, written and directed by Ashfaque Nipun. The eight-episode series is set to stream from June 25 on the platform. Hoichoi launched a short teaser, followed by the unveiling of all lead cast members, through character posters with a dialogue from each of them. The full trailer of the series will be unveiled on June 19.
Azam Khan’s numerous Eid projects
Earlier this year, actor Azam Khan started working on his Eid projects. Before the countrywide lockdown started, he has able to finish a number of tele-fictions. Few of his projects were completed later, maintaining safety guidelines and at a limited capacity. He has been a part of 14 different Eid projects this year.
Azam Khan’s numerous Eid projects
Earlier this year, actor Azam Khan started working on his Eid projects. Before the countrywide lockdown started, he was able to finish a number of tele-fictions. Few of his projects were completed later, maintaining safety guidelines and at a limited capacity. He has been a part of 14 different Eid projects this year.
Taneem Rahman Angshu’s Eid special series ‘Golpo Golpo Khela’ features seven thrilling stories
National Award-winning director Taneem Rahman Angshu has come up with seven short films for the television series, “Golpo Golpo Khela”. The screenplays of the short films are written by Sakib Hasan Badhon.