Mothers on screen are often reduced to clichés — the sacrificial, saintly figure or the melodramatic martyr. Then again, Bollywood notably holds a growing archive of stories where mothers are full-bodied characters: flawed, funny, brave, and deeply human. These women love fiercely, fight quietly,...
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Preparations are underway for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha film season, with possibly seven Dhallywood movies scheduled for release during the festivities.
The day-long conference saw participation from representatives of 40 film societies across the country, with an additional five joining virtually.
The Bangladesh Film Directors Association held its election this evening at 7:30pm at the Reporters’ Unity. The results were announced by Election Commission Chairman Abdul Latif Bachchu following the conclusion of the voting.
Each lyricist spoke about their musical journeys, sharing memories and reflections with the audience. Short biographical videos were presented, highlighting milestones from their careers and personal anecdotes.
To mark the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, has organised a simultaneous cultural festival across six districts, including Dhaka, for today at 7pm. While the Buddhist holiday falls on May 11 this year, the festivities are scheduled a day in advance.
Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025
In conversations with The Daily Star, actors Sumaiya Shimu, Shajal, and Tama Mirza opened up about the invaluable roles their mothers played in shaping not only their careers but also their lives.
Mothers on screen are often reduced to clichés — the sacrificial, saintly figure or the melodramatic martyr. Then again, Bollywood notably holds a growing archive of stories where mothers are full-bodied characters: flawed, funny, brave, and deeply human. These women love fiercely, fight quietly, and exist beyond the frame of just being someone’s parent. From fighting governments to challenging their children, they show that real motherhood is messy, resilient, and worth watching not just for sentiment, but for substance.
Dhallywood actress Puja Cherry has once again moved fans with a deeply emotional tribute to her late mother, Jharna Roy, on the occasion of Mother’s Day. The actress, who lost her mother on March 24, 2024, shared a touching letter on social media, originally written on the first anniversary of her mother’s passing.
Each lyricist spoke about their musical journeys, sharing memories and reflections with the audience. Short biographical videos were presented, highlighting milestones from their careers and personal anecdotes.
Known for his intense portrayals in “Mohanagar” and “Mobaraknama”, Mosharraf Karim plays Abbas—a whimsical truck driver whose life takes unpredictable turns. “The character fascinated me from the start,” shared the actor.
On the occasion of International Mother's Day, two of Bangladesh’s most beloved screen mothers, Dilara Zaman and Dolly Zahur, are being remembered not just for the roles they’ve played, but for the love they continue to receive from their on-screen children. Though their biological children live abroad, both actresses have chosen to remain in Bangladesh, enveloped by the affection of the audiences and colleagues who fondly call them "Ma."
Preparations are underway for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha film season, with possibly seven Dhallywood movies scheduled for release during the festivities.
The day-long conference saw participation from representatives of 40 film societies across the country, with an additional five joining virtually.
In total, 12 mothers, including those from the fields of administration, law and justice, education, economy, law enforcement, medicine, engineering, journalism, and special achievements, will be recognised for raising successful children across diverse sectors.
Nazifa Tushi is set to make her long-awaited return to the silver screen as the lead in “Shokhi Rongomala”, directed by “Chandrabati Kotha” maker N Rashed Chowdhury.
