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Shommo Joyti announces one-year break after 'Utshob' success

Actor Shommo Joyti, who recently earned widespread acclaim for his role in the film “Utshob”, has announced that he will be taking a year-long break from acting. The film, which was released during Eid, has received strong reception both in Bangladesh and abroad.

1w ago

12 superhits in 12 months could revive the industry: Misha Sawdagor

Veteran actor Misha Sawdagor, a dominant figure in Dhallywood for over 36 years, believes that the consistent release of quality cinema throughout the year is key to reviving the Bangladeshi film industry. Speaking to The Daily Star from the US, the National Film Award-winning ‘villain’ reflected on his role as Shakib Khan’s father in the hit Eid release “Borbaad”, calling it a challenging but rewarding experience.

2w ago

‘Esha Murder’ is attracting a large female audience: Badhan

National Award-winning actress Azmeri Haque Badhan is earning praise for her latest film “Esha Murder”, which premiered on Eid-ul-Azha and is directed by Sunny Sanwar. Badhan takes on the leading role of a police officer in this woman-centric thriller, and the actress has since been immersed in promotions—appearing on TV, visiting theatres, and speaking with the press.

4w ago

Fazlur Rahman Babu scores Eid hat-trick with three film releases

Renowned actor and six-time National Film Award winner Fazlur Rahman Babu made a powerful Eid comeback with three film releases: “Taandob”, “Insaaf”, and “Neelchokro”.

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Runa Khan to star in three web films this Eid

National Film Award-winning actress Runa Khan will appear in three new web films set for release this Eid.

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‘This is my Eid gift to the audience’: Kornia

Popular singer Kornia is back with yet another music video, this time titled “Jamdani Saree”. The Eid special track was released yesterday on her official YouTube channel.

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'Wild elephants disrupted our set': Shajal on ‘Shapla Shaluk’ shoot

Television, OTT, and film actor Shajal Noor has begun shooting for his latest film “Shapla Shaluk” in Sherpur’s border region, marking his first collaboration with actress Shobnom Bubly. Directed by Rasheda Akter Lajuk, the action-romantic film faced an unusual disruption during filming when wild elephants invaded the set.

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There's always something to learn from Mosharraf Karim: Tanzika Amin

Television and OTT actress Tanzika Amin is currently busy shooting for dramas in Canada. Best known for her acclaimed role in the web series “Mohanagar 2”, the former Lux star is now filming four dramas overseas.

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January 23, 2025
January 23, 2025

Razzak is the ‘Mahanayak’ of our times: Suchanda

Kohinoor Akhter, popularly known as Suchanda, is one of the most celebrated actresses of the 1960s. She recently reminisced about her time working alongside esteemed actor Abdur Razzak, who would go on to become the beloved "Nayak Raj" of Bangladeshi cinema. Their pairing, which began with the iconic film “Behula”, became one of the most cherished in the industry, with the duo starring in over 30 films together.

January 22, 2025
January 22, 2025

Celebrity book releases to watch out for this Ekushey Boi Mela

With only a few days left before the month-long Amar Ekushey Boi Mela (Amar Ekushey Book Fair) kicks off, many stars are preparing to release their new books. As is tradition, the fair will see a range of exciting new titles from some of Bangladesh’s most beloved celebrities.

January 19, 2025
January 19, 2025

‘Daagi’ will be one of the best films in Afran Nisho’s career: Tama Mirza

On working with Afran Nisho for the second time, the “Friday” actress shared, “Nisho bhai is an exceptional actor. Everyone knows about his acting prowess. As a person, he’s equally wonderful. We received a very positive response for ‘Surongo’, and I’m hopeful about ‘Daagi’ as well.”

January 17, 2025
January 17, 2025

‘I’ll cherish working with Soham’: Pori Moni stoked for first Indian release

Speaking exclusively with The Daily Star, the “Swapnajaal” and “Gunin” famed actress shared her excitement and thoughts on the release of her first Indian film.

January 15, 2025
January 15, 2025

Nadia reflects on nine years with Nayeem

Touted as one of the sweetest couples in showbiz, FS Nayeem and Nadia celebrated nine wonderful years of marriage on January 14. While Nayeem has been winning hearts with his impressive performances on OTT platforms, Nadia has made her mark with her performance in television dramas and her talent as a dancer. 

January 14, 2025
January 14, 2025

I am a director’s artiste: Runa Khan

The National Award winner believes that playing the titular role in any film is a great honour and a matter of immense joy for any artiste. “It feels incredibly fulfilling when you have the opportunity to play the lead role. I am both happy and excited to witness the audience’s reaction.”

January 14, 2025
January 14, 2025

Sometimes Shapla, sometimes Sumi

Shahnaz Sumi earned acclaim for her portrayal of Suraiya in the web-series ‘Mobaroknama’. The actress, who began her journey as a dancer, recently appeared in Vicky Zahed's directorial web-film ‘Ondhokarer Gaan’ on Binge.

January 13, 2025
January 13, 2025

What a debut, Sumaiya Shimu

Famed television star Sumaiya Shimu made her OTT debut in the final episode of “Dui Shaw”, appearing in “Beshura”. Her performance mesmerised audiences, as she blended seamlessly into the role. The talented actress made her acting debut in 1999 and went on to work on numerous television projects.

January 10, 2025
January 10, 2025

The film’s release itself is a big deal: Tariq Anam Khan

The storyline of “Makeup” is deeply intertwined with the world of cinema, he explained. “The film delves into the highs and lows of the film industry, shedding light on the lives of the people within it. It’s a story that reflects both the struggles and triumphs of those behind the glamorous world.”

January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025

Siam credits ‘Jongli’ as a transformative journey

Prominent actor Siam Ahmed, who first captured hearts with crowd-favorite television series like “Bhalobasha 101”, “Tomar Amar Prem”, and “X Factor Reload”, has since made a seamless transition to the silver screen, cementing his place in the film industry. His highly anticipated film “Jongli” is now on the horizon, promising to showcase a deeply immersive and reinvented Siam in the lead role.