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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bangladeshi youths make a mark
It is indeed a fast-paced world we live in, evident by our incessant need for instant gratification in every aspect of our lives.
Starting his career in the theatre, popular actor Shamol Mawla slowly made his way into the hearts of the audience with his versatility and dedication, over the years. In an exclusive interview with Star Showbiz, the actor shared his experience about working in the series and much more.
Popular actress Nusraat Faria has been winning the hearts of audiences with her flamboyant presence on and off screen since her debut in 2015. Recently, her Tollywood film, "Bhoy"—where she stars alongside Ankush Hazra—was released on the OTT platform, Zee 5.
Amidst the shivering cold in the capital, there was a long line of young, cheerful girls and boys on the premises of the Bangladesh Shilapakala Academy, to attend the last day of the month-long 19th Asian Art Biennale today. The closing ceremony of the exhibition was held at the National Theater Hall of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA).
Recently, Dighi signed up for a web-film titled Fera, opposite Yash Rohan. She is also set to portray a younger version of Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib, the wife of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in the biopic Mujib: The Making of a Nation. In an exclusive interview with Star Showbiz, Dighi shares her journey in the industry, controversies, and much more.
Mir Naufel Ashrafi Jisan started acting in Bagerhat Theatre, when he was just a little boy. After studying in the department of Drama and Dramatics at Jahangirnagar University, he made his acting debut with the film “Moner Manush”, directed by Goutam Ghose in 2010.
From donning the role of “Gulnur” in Nasiruddin Yousuff's “Alpha” to “Chandrabati” in N Rashed Chowdhury’s film “Chandrabati Kotha”, Dilruba Hossain Doyel has come a long way with her. Her life was not a bed of roses, but she carved her space in the industry. Recently, she has joined the cast of the film “Laal Shari”, directed by Apu Biswas. In an exclusive interview with Star Showbiz, Doyel shared thoughts on her career and more.
In the era of digitalization, where people spend a massive chunk of their day on social media, influencers have won the audience's hearts with their creative and fun contents. These contents are not only for entertainment, but also tend to make a profound impact on society.
Sixteen prominent bands of the country entertained the audience at the Army Stadium yesterday, with ecstatic performances taking them back to the nostalgic days of the nineties.
