Ashley Shoptorshi Samaddar

Reliving the uprising of Bangladesh

While most cultural programmes I seem to attend in the months of February and March seem to revolve around the themes of the 71’ Liberation War, Joltogongo’s musical programme yesterday was much like the others, however, it had much more to offer.

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All you have to do is call me: Anupam Roy

The Daily Star caught up with the singing sensation, Anupam Roy, at the capital’s Hotel Sarina to learn of his experience and upcoming ventures.

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A musical, carnivalesque meeting of two Bengals

A drenched, excited and patiently waiting crowd welcomed artistes at Hall 4 of the International Convention Centre Bashundhara in the capital, on Thursday eve. Magical Night, a concert organised by Triple Time Communications, opened its gates with the Hatirpool Sessions as soon as the clock struck 5.

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Will release new album soon: Arnob

In recent years, Arnob has grown to be what many would call a magician, playing and experimenting with new tunes and beats, all of which trace back to the traditional roots of this subcontinent.

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Feed Doggo Fridays: Standing by stray animals

A group of young, enthusiastic, and kind youngsters preparing to feed stray dogs near the capital’s Dhanmondi Lake -- this is what I was welcomed to when I decided to join Feed Doggo Fridays on a fine summer morning earlier this month.

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An inadvertent encounter with Buddha

Treasuring the tranquility, philosophy, and beliefs of Buddha, the exhibition titled "From Suffering to Liberation: Buddha of Bengal" radiated a sense of ease presented in style.

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DSCC tree-cutting: A development initiative or a murder spree?

Why could the development project not be carried out while preserving these trees?

1y ago

Once upon a sunrise: Recollections of Easter celebrations

Easter, celebrated to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, has always been the grandest event in our household, even bigger than Christmas.

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August 14, 2022
August 14, 2022

Jaltaranga celebrates Bangla music’s journey with evergreen melodies

"Bondhu Tomar Pother Sathi Ke Chine Nio", a musical programme organized by Jaltaranga, was held at the Isfandier Zahad Hassan Auditorium at Bishwo Shahitto Kendro, recently. Actor-elocutionist Jayanto Chattopadhyay, Muttalib Biswas, Eminent Guitarist Enamul Kabir, and Painter Abdul Mannan were present at the event, among many others.

August 9, 2022
August 9, 2022

‘Healers of the Hill’: A commentary on the struggles and dedication of Bandarban's healers

Two twitchy bare feet, restlessly walking for miles, while its owner looks for medical plants in the green blemishes of Bandarban—this is how Al Haseeb Nomanee’s short film “Healers of the Hill” opens to the audience. Shot in 2012, this production is based on the struggles, dedication and simplicity of a Marma healer who helps people in medical need. The film, shot in the Marma language, features the interview of a ‘healer’ residing in Bandarban. The production looks to capture the journey of this healer and present it to the audience as a poetic musical and visual treat.

August 7, 2022
August 7, 2022

‘Shuklopokkho’: Vicky Zahed looks to tell chilling suspense story

After “Redrum” Vicky Zahed is set to return on Chorki with his upcoming psychological-thriller “Shuklopokkho”. Garnering much appreciation for his use of plot-twists in thrillers, the director has decided to present a fresh chemistry between Khairul Basar, Ziaul Roshan, and Sunerah Binte Kamal in the upcoming web film.

August 5, 2022
August 5, 2022

5 low-budget South Indian films that critics admired

While most South Indian productions are known for their high-budget sets and expensive visual effects like CGI and VFX, some low-budget south-based productions have also managed to captivate the attention of critics.

August 2, 2022
August 2, 2022

Will 'Vikram Vedha' remake live up to expectation?

Director duo Pushkar–Gayathri have declared the official Hindi remake of their much-appreciated, neo-noir action thriller film "Vikram Vedha". The movie stars Saif Ali Khan, Hrithik Roshan and Radhika Apte.

July 30, 2022
July 30, 2022

Getting to know 'Gulti'

Stepping into the limelight with the Redoan Rony directorial film “Ice Cream”, Nazifa Tushi’s rise to fame with her performance in the film “Networker Baire”, directed by Mizanur Rahman Aryan. Taking tiny steps, she started taking up more OTT projects like the Shihab Shaheen directorial Chorki original web film “Syndicate”, and the short fiction “Scooty”. The actress has returned to the silver screen with Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s “Hawa”, one of the most awaited films to release this year. We talk to the actress to know more about her the film, which released yesterday.

July 14, 2022
July 14, 2022

Poran: Love, betrayal, bloodshed, and so much more

Long waiting lines and a chaotic ticket counter—this was how I was welcomed at the night show of “Poran” at Star Cineplex in Bashundhara City. Being one of the most awaited productions, I had high hopes from this film, especially after the title track “Jolere Poran”, featuring Sariful Razz as a ravishing ruffian, was released.

July 13, 2022
July 13, 2022

‘Bachelor’s Qurbani’ and ‘Good Buzz’ trend on YouTube

Kajal Arefin Ome is taking YouTube by storm as both his Eid special tele-fictions “Bachelor’s Qurbani” and “Good Buzz” trending on YouTube. While “Bachelor’s Qurbani”, which was released on Dhruba TV’s official YouTube channel has moved up to the number 1 spot on the ‘Trending’ page, “Good Buzz”, the Club 11 Entertainment production, is currently sitting at the number 2 spot.

July 9, 2022
July 9, 2022

Afran Nisho’s time is now

After landing only two tele-productions last Eid ul-Fitr, Afran Nisho is back in full swing this season with rom-coms, thrillers and mysteries.

July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022

‘Tin Shoroter Golpo’ releases on Bioscope

Narrating the tale of Selim and his wife, Humayun Rashid Samrat’s “Tin Shoroter Golpo” was released on Bioscope today. The production, which was released under the banner of Baro Voot LTD, features Mosharraf Karim and Robena Reza Jui in the leading roles, alongside Shahidullah Sabuz and Hasi Moon, among others.

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