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
August 20, 2017
“I have no desire to be a star”
After gaining prominence in theatre, Maznun Mizan went onto carve success in the big and small screens. A true thespian, the actor
August 4, 2017
Lost in Translation: The perception of Tagore in the West
Last year, Chinese writer Feng Tang became the centre of controversy as his translation of Tagore's poems, collectively published in a volume titled Stray Birds, raised an uproar that culminated in it being pulled from the shelves. Deemed too vulgar, the writer staunchly
July 14, 2017
“Breaking gender barriers on stage is very liberating”
BotTala may not be the biggest name in Bangladeshi theatre, but it has stood out in significance with major plays in its handling and
July 7, 2017
“We often have to brave harsh weather….” - Alvee
Alvee's graceful presence was well known before taking her talents to the small screen. She rose to popularity as a
July 5, 2017
A SA RE GA MA PA STORY
Promising vocalist Tanjina Karim Sharalipi was a textile student in 2012 before she found her calling in music.
June 18, 2017
A father's undying love
For any renowned figure in today's artistic landscape, sheer talent is almost never enough to go far in life. Parental support and nurturing is a necessity for any artiste pursuing their passion as a profession,
June 15, 2017
A splurge of plays for Shahnaz Khushi
With Eid around the corner, actors of the small screen are spending a whirlwind time shooting for special Eid TV plays and
June 6, 2017
The lesser-known side of Shormi Mala
With humble beginnings in theatre, Shormi Mala has been a tour de force in the world of television and film. After marking her debut
June 2, 2017
“I have a particular fondness for animated films” …Nazia Haque Orsha
Television actor Nazia Haque Orsha has gained much popularity over the years, as well as notable acclaim for her roles, particularly in
June 1, 2017
Many happy returns, Kumar Bishwajit!
With an illustrious music career, Kumar Bishwajit has etched a special place in the hearts of Bangla music lovers of at least two
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