‘Breath’: A simplistic approach to art
The group art exhibition, titled “Breath”, has recently featured 17 core artists and four guest artists from across the country. As part of the collective journey, the Art Bangla Foundation gallery has been adorned with colourful paintings by the talented artists, most of which are smaller in size and painted with acrylic colours.
When a boy from Azimpur carries Bangladeshi rap
In the world of Bangla rap, few names carry as much weight and influence as Black Zang. His journey, intricately entwined with the rise of Bangla rap culture, is a testament to artistic evolution, cultural amalgamation, and the power of storytelling through music. In the vibrant and ever-evolving realm of hip-hop music, Black Zang stands out as a trailblazer, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.
Ranveer to play antagonist in Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Brahmastra 2’?
Following the release of “Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva (2022),” there have been ongoing rumours regarding Ranveer Singh's potential portrayal of Dev in the film's second installment directed by Ayan Mukerji.
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Mahiya Mahi's nomination papers rejected due to signatures
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Mondera ready for silver screen
Mondera Chakroborty is yet to make her debut but the actress has already caught everyone's attention with her alluring persona. The actress is ready to step onto the silver screen as the gentle Kajol in Gias Uddin Selim's upcoming movie "Kajol Rekha"
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A Peek Inside with Sadi!
Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Yash Rohan
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Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi - Pritom Hasan
Did you know that Pritom is an avid gym-goer? How does he handle social media critics? How does he conceptualize music in his own mind?
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Sporshia donates body to science
The actress believes that despite the perception that she is not active on social media, she is indeed working diligently. Following the elections, her upcoming film, "Suswagatam," is set to be released.
‘Jawan’ nominated for Best International Film at ASTRA Awards 2024
In a moment of triumph for Indian cinema, Shah Rukh Khan's blockbuster action film, "Jawan", has earned a nomination in the prestigious Best International Feature category at the ASTRA Awards 2024, organised by The Hollywood Creative Alliance. The nominations, unveiled on Thursday, feature a diverse array of global cinematic achievements, and Jawan stands tall as the sole Indian representative in this category.
Review / Something like an Autobiography: Relatable, familiar, timely
“When are you going to have a baby?” is the question that Tithi, portrayed by Nusrat Imrose Tisha, is met with, within the initial five minutes of “Something Like an Autobiography”. It is unfortunately safe to say that even in the year 2023, people somehow find it acceptable to ask this to most married individuals, who especially face these after they've been married for a good number of years.
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Selena Gomez confirms dating Benny Blanco
The speculation began when Selena, who claimed to be single for a long time, engaged with social media posts hinting at her relationship with Blanco, as per several Hollywood media outlets.
DU to welcome freshers with Chandrabindoo and Fossils
To usher in the new academic year and extend a warm welcome to the incoming students, Dhaka University is going to host a concert featuring the renowned West Bengal bands Chandrabindoo and Fossils.
Miles band members' tension surfaces on Facebook
In a recent online debacle, discord between the members of the iconic band 'Miles' has surfaced, shedding light on a tangled web of disagreements and financial disputes. The rift primarily involves Shafin Ahmed and Hamin Ahmed, brothers and integral members of the band, whose differences have spilled over onto various social media platforms, especially Facebook.
'Oppenheimer' to screen in Japan next year after nuclear controversy
Universal Pictures' "Oppenheimer" will screen in Japan next year, a local distributor said on Thursday - a launch that had been in doubt amid criticism that the film largely ignores the devastation of the atomic bombings of the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Marriage is a matter of fate: Shajal Noor
Over the past year, popular actor Shajal Noor has featured in three films, two web films, while two more films are awaiting release. His portrayal in “1971 Shei Shob Din” has gained widespread acclaim as a Liberation War film this year. He shared insights about his career and personal life in an interview with The Daily Star.
‘Animal’ released in 48 halls across country
After much speculation, finally the foreign film import company Action Cut Entertainment brought the film under the SAFTA (South Asian Free Trade Area) agreement after being approved by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on November 28.
Shah Rukh Khan hits back on troll for criticising ‘Jawan’ and ‘Pathaan’
Shah Rukh Khan is all set to end the year on a high note as the actor gears uo for the release of Rajkumar Hirani’s upcoming movie, “Dunki” this month.
Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ to stream on Netflix
Netflix has acquired the official streaming rights for the high-octane movie, which is set to release in early 2024.
Norman Lear, iconic TV sitcom and movie producer, dies at 101
Lear, one of the most influential people in television, died at his Los Angeles home of natural causes
Only Bollywood films in theaters in December, producers blame political instability
Producers, hall owners, production and distributing companies and actors are not ready to take any risks amid rampant blockades, hartals, political conferences and election campaigns.
Mixed emotions as cast of 'The Crown' celebrates series finale
The cast and the makers of the sixth and final season of Netflix's royal drama "The Crown" came together in London on Tuesday to bid farewell to the series.
Hollywood is not a healthy place to work, shares Angelina Jolie
Having endured relentless public scrutiny for over two decades, Jolie appears to have been significantly affected by the constant attention, especially intensifying after her divorce from Brad Pitt seven years ago. The pressure became so overwhelming that she observed a shift in her vocal registers during the production of the Disney sequel "Maleficent: Mistress of Evil" in 2018, compared to when she initially portrayed the fairy tale villain.
AI wreaks havoc as Priyanka Chopra falls victim to fake video
After the emergence of deepfake videos featuring Rashmika Mandanna, Katrina Kaif, Kajol, and Alia Bhatt, India Today reported that a manipulated video of Priyanka Chopra has surfaced online. Unlike previous instances involving Bollywood actors, this altered video does not depict Priyanka's face edited into controversial content.
