Bangladeshi artist and Dhaka University Fine Arts graduate Naima Karim’s second interactive virtual reality short film, “Mirage”, has officially been invited to the Venice Immersive Competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival (Mostra Internazionale d'Arte Cinematografica).
Popular TV host and screenwriter Rumman Rashid Khan is launching his new celebrity podcast “Behind the Fame with RRK”, premiering today with Mehazabien Chowdhury as the first guest.
Zahur opened up about the industry’s longstanding disregard for actors who play maternal or supporting characters. Despite her national recognition—including multiple National Film Awards—she says she was frequently underpaid, and often not paid at all.
“Ural”, the debut feature by Zobaydur Rahman, releases today across Star Cineplex, Blockbuster Cinemas, and Lion Cinemas in Dhaka. Marking World Friendship Day on August 3, the film celebrates the bonds between youth, with a story that weaves together camaraderie, rebellion, love, and resistance against injustice.
Amazon MGM Studios has appointed Steven Knight, creator of “Peaky Blinders”, to write the screenplay for the next James Bond film, according to reports by Deadline. The upcoming instalment will be directed by Denis Villeneuve, with Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing under their respective banners, Pascal Pictures and Heyday Films. Tanya Lapointe will serve as executive producer.
From stage to street, artistes and activists led a cultural revolt against brutality and censorship
Popular actress Azmeri Haque Badhan has spoken out against a wave of personal attacks and online harassment she has faced in recent days, alleging that the abuse came not only from strangers but also from individuals within her own professional circle.
This 16th edition of IFFM will be held from August 14 to 24, with a centenary tribute to the legendary Ritwik Ghatak headlining its programming. Ghatak’s evocative portrayals of partition, displacement and identity redefined the language of Indian filmmaking.
Bangladeshi artist and Dhaka University Fine Arts graduate Naima Karim’s second interactive virtual reality short film, “Mirage”, has officially been invited to the Venice Immersive Competition at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival (Mostra Internazionale d'Arte Cinematografica).
Popular TV host and screenwriter Rumman Rashid Khan is launching his new celebrity podcast “Behind the Fame with RRK”, premiering today with Mehazabien Chowdhury as the first guest.
Zahur opened up about the industry’s longstanding disregard for actors who play maternal or supporting characters. Despite her national recognition—including multiple National Film Awards—she says she was frequently underpaid, and often not paid at all.
“Ural”, the debut feature by Zobaydur Rahman, releases today across Star Cineplex, Blockbuster Cinemas, and Lion Cinemas in Dhaka. Marking World Friendship Day on August 3, the film celebrates the bonds between youth, with a story that weaves together camaraderie, rebellion, love, and resistance against injustice.
Amazon MGM Studios has appointed Steven Knight, creator of “Peaky Blinders”, to write the screenplay for the next James Bond film, according to reports by Deadline. The upcoming instalment will be directed by Denis Villeneuve, with Amy Pascal and David Heyman producing under their respective banners, Pascal Pictures and Heyday Films. Tanya Lapointe will serve as executive producer.
From stage to street, artistes and activists led a cultural revolt against brutality and censorship
Popular actress Azmeri Haque Badhan has spoken out against a wave of personal attacks and online harassment she has faced in recent days, alleging that the abuse came not only from strangers but also from individuals within her own professional circle.
This 16th edition of IFFM will be held from August 14 to 24, with a centenary tribute to the legendary Ritwik Ghatak headlining its programming. Ghatak’s evocative portrayals of partition, displacement and identity redefined the language of Indian filmmaking.
South Korean actor Gong Yoo, known internationally for his roles in “Squid Game” and “Train to Busan”, has won a defamation lawsuit against a woman who falsely accused him of harassment and threats online.
The beloved Bangladeshi magazine show “Ityadi” is set to return to screens with a special rebroadcast of a classic episode filmed 16 years ago. Tomorrow, Bangladesh Television (BTV) will treat the audience to this memorable episode, originally aired in August 2009, immediately after the 8 pm Bangla news.
