The latest song “Lichur Bagane” from the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha release “Taandob” has stirred significant buzz following its release last night.
As the outside world grows darker, with death counts rising and normalcy disappearing, the bond between Jaya and Sharmin is tested further. The film captures the delicate balance between love and self-preservation during a crisis, encapsulated in Jaya’s repeated, poignant line: "All promises are false. Nobody came to rescue."
Large ancestral mansions with tales unknown, deep mysteries looming for generations, exquisite interiors hiding years of misdeeds; the very factors that make history humane also make the places witnessing them areas of massive interest. A family drama unfolding in such a backdrop, with a cast executing fine performances, ought to be acclaimed. Yet, the true beauty of the 2007 psychological horror-comedy “Bhool Bhulaiyaa” lies in its appeal, even after all these years.
With her calm, committed approach and an enduring passion for performance, Aysha Rahman Monica continues to leave her mark on Bangladesh’s creative scene—quietly, but distinctly.
All eight episodes of the new season will be available for streaming on the Bongo app on Eid day.
Renowned Bengali actor and filmmaker Parambrata Chattopadhyay is now a father. His wife, Piya Chakraborty, welcomed a baby boy at a private hospital in Kolkata today.
Netflix officially revealed the release dates for the highly anticipated fifth and final season of its blockbuster series “Stranger Things” early today. The announcement was made through a video posted on the platform’s YouTube channel, which runs for over two minutes and offers a sneak peek at what fans can look forward to in the concluding chapter.
Renée Victor, the actress best known for voicing Abuelita in Disney and Pixar’s “Coco” and playing Lupita on Showtime’s “Weeds”, has passed away at the age of 86.
At a time when OTT platforms are overflowing with gritty thrillers and intense dramas, Netflix’s “The Royals” offers a much-needed escape into a world of luxury, romance, and family dynamics. At its heart, the series is a maximalist rom-com built on the most classic of tropes — opposites attract, rich boy meets self-made girl, palace intrigue meets pitch decks — dressed in some of our favourite buzzwords: feminist, queer-friendly, and unapologetically fashionable. It is refreshing to see a desi series embrace froth and flamboyance without constantly apologising for it. Then again, being aware of one’s aesthetic does not excuse narrative shortcuts. While "The Royals" delivers big on styling and spectacle, its storytelling often trips on its own heels.
A court in Paris on Tuesday found actor Gerard Depardieu guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021 and handed him an 18-month suspended prison sentence, in a fall from grace for a towering figure of French cinema.
After moving audiences to tears with “Tomader Golpo” during Eid-ul-Fitr, filmmaker Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz and screenwriter Siddique Ahmed have teamed up once again—this time with actors Yash Rohan and Malaika Chowdhury—for a new YouTube film titled “Khotipuron”.
Filmmakers, producers, sales agents, and journalists from around the world converge to showcase and discover new films, emphasising that storytelling transcends borders. However, this year's festival unfolds under the shadow of proposed US tariffs on foreign films, announced by President Donald Trump.
More than 350 figures from the cinema world, including Hollywood stars Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon, condemned "genocide" in Gaza in an open letter published Monday (May 12) on the eve of the Cannes Film Festival.
National Film Award-winning actress Jaya Ahsan, known for her stellar performances across both Bangladeshi and Indian Bengali cinema, is set to return to the silver screen with her new film “Jaya Aar Sharmin”, releasing on May 16. Directed by Piplu R Khan, the film was shot during the pandemic.
Marisa Abela took home the leading actress award for her standout role in “Industry”, solidifying her place among the top performers of the year. Meanwhile, Jessica Gunning, whose breakout performance in “Baby Reindeer” has already earned her an Emmy and a Golden Globe, added a BAFTA to her growing collection, winning best supporting actress.
The much-anticipated character poster of Tasnia Farin from the upcoming Eid release “Insaaf” has been revealed.
Television actress Tanjim Saiyara Totini sustained a head injury while shooting for a drama in Chattogram yesterday evening. The incident occurred when a light stand on set fell on her head, prompting immediate hospitalisation.
Professional wrestling legend Sabu, widely known for his trailblazing presence in ECW and WWE, has passed away at the age of 60. As confirmed by PWInsider, the icon breathed his last on May 11, only weeks after marking his retirement with a final bout against Joey Janela—billed as his farewell match.
