Behind the lens
History was made on December 25, 1964, when with just three studio cameras the pilot broadcast of Pakistan Television began airing
6y ago
Creating better performers
While the name Richard Kishore may not resonate among many young music listeners, the veteran guitarist is admired and held in high esteem among musicians in Bangladesh. For years he worked closely with BTV and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, and taught participants in musical talent shows to make their performances perfect. Now a freelance guitarist, Kishore founded “RiKi's Guitar” last year, a music school that aims to help talented
6y ago
Ekushey Laureates share feelings on TDS' anniversary
Founded 27 years ago with a pledge to commit to journalism without fear or favour, The Daily Star is celebrating its anniversary
6y ago
Kalyan and Grace
February is a special month for Bangladeshis; with yesterday marking Pohela Falgun and today being Valentine's Day, the streets of
6y ago
Chirkutt rocks out at Galle
Popular fusion band Chirkutt recently captured the hearts of Sri Lankan audience during their performance at the opening of the 2018
6y ago
“I love Middle Eastern food”
Popular singer Konal won the hearts of the country since her Channel i-Shera Kontho days, and these days she has been hopping from
6y ago
“I used to sing when I was young”
In the entertainment industry, actors and singers often bag the limelight, creating bigger challenges for other artistes seeking to pave
6y ago
Taskeen Rahman finding purpose in acting
Sinister and yet dashing, the steely blue eyes of the villain portrayed by Taskeen Rahman left an unforgettable mark on viewers
6y ago
December 1, 2017
“Winter is a special season for me” - Airin Sultana
Airin Sultana's ladder of success extends from the modeling ramp to the big screen. After playing roles in successfully released films, Airin is now on a steady path to being a popular star. In a recent interview with The Daily Star, the actor opens up about her life beyond the film sets.
November 29, 2017
Oyshee looks forward to new releases
Popular singer Fatima Tuz Zohra Oyshee has her hands full these days -- with new singles being released, the singer will also have credits in several films for playback singing.
November 24, 2017
“I am particularly fond of action-thrillers” - Anisur Rahman Milon
With strong origins in theatre, Anisur Rahman Milon is a popular small screen actor who has also earned high praise in films.
November 13, 2017
Muhammad Zafar Iqbal on Humayun Ahmed's legacy
One of the greatest storytellers of his time, Humayun Ahmed's unmatched eminence has placed him both in the heart of readers and literary debate.
November 10, 2017
Desh Natok revives “Nityapuran” after 14 years
The bold and energetic Dilip Chakraborty is best remembered for his unparalleled portrayal of Ekalabya, the tragic hero of Masum
November 9, 2017
Kornia rocks out in new music videos
Singer Kornia's claim to fame has gotten bigger since making her debut in the music reality TV show “Power Voice”, and is working
November 8, 2017
Laljomin gets a boost forward
Bangladesh's Cultural Affairs Ministry has recently extended their support to theatre group Shunyan Reparatory for their much acclaimed production “Laljomin.”
November 3, 2017
“I love working with children”
Hailed as a popular TV actress, Shamima Tushti makes a frequent appearance in dramas aired across various TV networks.
October 31, 2017
Shahed Ali Behind the roles
With a flair for the unconventional, Shahed Ali unfailingly adheres to portray his characters in the most truthful way possible. Often
October 27, 2017
“It's time for me to learn to swim”
Badrul Anam Saud's debut film “Gohin Baluchor”, slated to release in December, offers more than the promise of a compelling romance
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