On December 20, “Priyo Maloti” graced 20 cinema halls nationwide. Featuring Mehazabien Chowdhury in the titular role of Maloti Rani Das, the film marks a significant milestone for both the actress and its director, Shankha Dasgupta, as their silver screen debut.
The Monsoon Revolution represents an unprecedented effort by the government to decentralise and professionalise the Bangladeshi film industry. By fostering regional talent and offering a platform for diverse storytelling, this initiative aims to reshape the industry. More than just an effort to develop skilled filmmakers, it is a step toward amplifying Bangladeshi narratives and creating works that resonate both nationally and internationally.
In an effort to understand the challenges and tentative guidelines, The Daily Star reached out to board members and stakeholders. Their insights highlight the complexities of transitioning from the long-standing censor board to a modern certification body.
With its universal message of hope, “A Rising Lioness: In Search of Beauty” speaks not only to burn survivors but to anyone facing disabilities, neurodiversity, or societal exclusion. By portraying a journey of courage and transformation, the production inspires reflection on the values of empathy, and inclusion, and celebrates the human spirit of resilience.
On a quiet autumn evening, we visited Arnob’s studio, Kolorob, where he shared reflections on his musical career, insights into his creative journey in art, and his upcoming projects.
In times of national crisis, Bangladesh’s entertainment industry is often among the hardest hit. From artistes to crew members, everyone faces hardship due to a lack of work and opportunities. Actor Ziaul Roshan has recently expressed concerns about the struggle to maintain a stable livelihood in such uncertain times, highlighting the challenges when work for artistes dries up.
Marking a decade in showbiz, Sayed Zaman Shawon has captivated audiences across television, OTT platforms, and the big screens. Known for his acclaimed roles in Mabrur Rashid Bannah’s “Brothers” series, Shihab Shaheen’s “August 14”, Ashfaque Nipun’s “Sabrina”, and Golam Sohrab Dodul’s “Mobaroknama”, Shawon’s adaptability shines through each project.
Behind this essential aspect of filmmaking are the lighting technicians, whose efforts often go unnoticed. In Bangladesh, however, these technicians face an uncertain future, as the industry battles deep financial challenges.
Nazia Haque Orsha and Mostafizur Noor Imran will be seen together in the latest Chorki Flick, Jahan, which will hit the streaming platform today at 8 pm. The duo earned a lot of appreciation earlier for their performance in another Chorki project, Shahosh. .
Amidst the excitement for trailer for Hansal Mehta’s “Faraaz”, a film based on Bangladesh’s tragic Holey Artisan attack in 2016, a sour aftertaste was felt by many.
Since the beginning of existence, humans have the tendency to get attracted to forbidden things. The story of modern-day Adam, Eve and the serpent has been reflected on the poster of Vicky Zahed’s first web series, “The Silence”.
The Daily Star reached out to Nadia over the phone to get an update on her current state. The actress shared that she has been suffering from gastro-liver issues, and after her health deteriorated, she had to visit the hospital upon her doctor's suggestion.
‘Operation Jackpot’, run by the Bengali naval commandos during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971, was able to make a huge mark within a short span of time in the war—by undertaking multiple operations. This was the first operation launched by the naval commandos on August 15, 1971.
Omar Faruk, a young freedom fighter, leaves his home during the Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971 to earn freedom for his beloved land. Before leaving his house, he promised his mother that he would return to her and have a meal together.
The FIFA World cup kept Mousumi Mou extremely busy, besides she was also had her hands full for the Cricket T20 world cup. Although the anchor’s favourite team, Brazil, could not even qualify after the quarter finals, she continued the smile on her face, and hosted the live show the next day discussing the faults of her favourite team.
Intekhab Dinar has been able to redefine his career when upon stepping into the revolution that was Bangladeshi OTT -- coming up with one after another tremendous performances in this medium. Two of the projects featuring Dinar, released yesterday in two popular OTT platforms—Chorki and Hoichoi. One is the much-anticipated part 2 of the Syed Ahmed Shawki directorial “Karagar”, and the latter is Chorki original, “Café Desire” directed by Robiul Alam Robi.
Manoj Pramanik has the ability to leave a mark amongst the audiences with the smallest of roles.
Every year, 95 out of 100 children in Bangladesh who get diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia lose their battle to the cancer, due to the lack of treatment.
