Two lead the OTT space, others look to capture market
The digital realm of entertainment in Bangladesh has been riding a soaring wave of innovation and creativity, and the crowning jewel of recognition is undoubtedly the second iteration of Blender’s Choice-The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards 2022.
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Nasir Uddin Khan - A man from Chattogram conquers Busan
From his stellar performances in "Mohanagar" to reaching new heights with "Syndicate," "Poran," "Hawa," and "Myself Allen Swapan," Nasir Uddin Khan has conquered versatile characters on both the silver screen and through the web series.
7m ago
Ferdous Hasan: The man of a thousand scripts
In the Bangladeshi media industry, the name Ferdous Hasan shines as a multifaceted talent—a scriptwriter, director, writer, and music composer, known for crafting thousands of drama scripts and 40 film scripts throughout his illustrious career.
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Azad Abul Kalam going strong amidst 3-decade career
Azad Abul Kalam has graced the stage, television, and silver screen with his exceptional talent, presenting audiences with unforgettable characters. Recently, he portrayed the titular character in the web-series "Puff Daddy", which captured everyone's attention.
7m ago
Dance and dreams have no gender: Mofassal Al Alif
Within only six years, Alif has established himself as one of the emerging dancers and choreographers in the country. He is also the founder of Alifia Dance Atelier, an academy where dancers are empowered to explore various international dance forms, including Bollywood, hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary.
8m ago
Performing with Fuad Almuqtadir is a dream come true: Sanjoy
Bangladeshi-born American producer and pop musician Sanjoy is all set to perform in Bangladesh for the first time, joining forces with noted music director Fuad Almuqtadir in a special show, “Dameer and Fuad Present Sanjoy”, at Dhaka's Aloki.
8m ago
Nusraat Faria: Reflecting at her trials and triumphs
It’s been a blend of both triumphs and tribulations for the multifaceted actress Nusraat Faria. Her dance moves captivated the audience in songs like “Bujhina Toh Tai”, “Kolija ar Jaan” from the film “Shurongo”, “Menoka” from the web-series “Abar Proloy”. Meanwhile, her recently released film “Patalghor”, has already garnered attention and praise from the audience.
8m ago
Muza brings Bangla beats to dance floor
Bangladeshi-American musician Muza, has carved a niche for himself in the music industry, seamlessly intertwining traditional folk with contemporary beats. From the upbeat rhythm of "Bondhurey" to the soulful cadence of "Noya Daman", Muza's musical journey is a testament to his artistic prowess. Recently, he was featured on the iconic Times Square billboard in New York, the face of Spotify's "Desi Hits" category, as the first Bangladeshi musician.
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May 22, 2023
Ibrar Tipu’s musical school of wonders
After contributing to the music industry of Bangladesh for 26 years, singer and music director Ibrar Tipu thought it was the perfect time to open a music academy to spread his knowledge and experience among people who share the same passion for music as him.
May 21, 2023
Rubama and her world of prosthetics
The makeup of the Nuhash Humayun directorial horror web series “Pett Kata Shaw" was widely appreciated, especially for its unique approach and smooth finishing. The magician behind the prosthetic makeup of this series was Rubama Fairuzz. She also did the makeup for some of the well-known series like "Refugee" and "Punormojonmo."
May 15, 2023
Wanted to explore the criminal, not the crime: Shihab Shaheen
Whether for the song Boiam Pakhi or the unpredictable personality of Allen Swapan, everyone loved Chorki's original series, "Myself Allen Swapan". We asked director Shihab Shaheen, the mastermind behind the character, about why he felt the need for a separate series for Allen Swapan.
May 4, 2023
Industry warming up to ‘Pathaan’ in our halls?
While hall owners and distributors are happy with the release of "Pathaan", some artistes are still opposed to the idea of releasing Hindi films in our theatres.
April 29, 2023
Records open a nostalgic portal to the past
As April plays host to the occasion of World Record Store Day—which took place on April 22—a day-long record exhibition was organised, for the first time in Bangladesh, yesterday at The Daily Star Art Gallery in the capital.
April 27, 2023
‘Agnipurush’ coming on Int’l Firefighters’ Day
On the occasion of International Firefighters' Day on May 4, Abu Hayat Mahmud is coming with a new web film titled "Agnipurush" to pay tribute to the firefighters.
April 21, 2023
Spending time with myself this Eid: Nusraat Faria
Nusraat Faria is gearing up for her new music video titled "Bujhina To Tai" this Eid.
April 15, 2023
Yash Rohan breaks out of his mold
Recently, his character in the web series “Kuhelika” caught the attention of the audience. His film “Adam,” opposite actress Jannatul Ferdous Oishee, is awaiting its release during the upcoming Eid.
April 11, 2023
An Eid without Mehazabien
In the last couple of years, Eid has meant watching television dramas starring Mehazabien on all major television channels. This time, Eid will be different for all of us, as there will be no new Eid projects from Mehazabien Chowdhury this year.
April 9, 2023
Why Rani Mukerji is still relevant after two decades
Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji is undoubtedly one of the most talented and versatile actresses in the Indian film industry. She has won several awards and accolades for her powerful performances in films like “Black”, “Veer-Zaara”, and “Mardaani”.
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