The election to appoint new leadership for the Film Directors’ Association, initially scheduled for the end of last year, was postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. A new date was set for January 10, but voting did not take place on the day either. As a result, the leadership selection remains pending.
The 75th Berlin International Film Festival is set to begin in the second week of February. This year, Bangladeshi film critic Bidhan Rebeiro will serve as a jury member at the festival. He has been selected as a Fipresci jury member in the Panorama section of the festival.
In response to the chaos that unfolded in Thakurgaon, Hanif Sanket took to Facebook to share a detailed statement addressing the incident.
“As wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles, our thoughts are with all those affected, especially families who have lost their homes or been displaced,” they wrote. They also shared that CBS, part of Paramount, is driving donations to the Red Cross, while a public service announcement will air across the network. KCAL, a local station, has already raised over £240,000 for relief. Paramount Pictures and CBS staff are also donating meals to first responders, while The Daily Show on Comedy Central is supporting the California Fire Foundation, and BET is covering the fires’ impact on Altadena’s historic Black community.
The festival is set to kick off with the screening of the Chinese film “Moon Man” (directed by Zhang Chiyu), a 2022 science fiction comedy that follows the story of the "last human in the universe" stranded on the moon after an asteroid wipes out life on Earth. With a worldwide gross of over $460 million, "Moon Man" is a box-office sensation, and the opening screening promises to be an exciting start to the festival.
Co-written by Nuhash Humayun and Gultekin Khan, "Besura" offers a fresh perspective on psychological horror, steering clear of conventional ghost stories. Enhanced by the haunting musical score of Abhishek Bhattacharya and Pritom Hasan, the episode stands out for its atmospheric tension and outstanding performances, making it an unforgettable finale.
Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi was one of the tens of thousands displaced from their homes by the devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California.
“Niruddesh” premiered on January 9 at 3pm on the Gaanchill Drama & Cinema YouTube channel.
Chris Evans is reportedly making a return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in the upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday,” directed by Joe and Anthony Russo.
Vicky Zahed and Afran Nisho are known for their on-screen magic, captivating audiences with gripping narratives like the “Punorjonmo” series and “Chirokal Aaj”. Their collaborations, filled with twists and turns, have kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
The nominations for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards were announced on Monday, with “Emilia Perez” featuring Selena Gomez and the series “The Bear” leading the pack with numerous nods, showcasing their widespread acclaim and success.
This month, Bijori takes on a new cinematic journey with “840”, directed by the renowned Mostofa Sarwar Farooki. In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, she shared her thoughts about the film and her career.
The frameworks of portrayals of gender-based violence in our local productions have been birthed from the need to give voice to the oppressed Biranganas (war heroines)—as portrayed through several films or dramas throughout the years.
Speaking to The Daily Star, the actor shared, “This will be an entertainment programme, and it’s my first time doing anything like this, which makes it special. Viewers will see me as a host for the first time, and I’m both excited and nervous. I’m eagerly waiting to see how the audience responds.
“The Wicked,” “The Conclave,” “Anora,” and “The Brutalist” are among the films anticipated to secure Golden Globe nominations, which will be revealed on Monday.
"Pushpa 2: The Rule," starring Allu Arjun, has taken the global box office by storm, raking in over Rs 800 crore in just four days. The highly anticipated sequel, directed by Sukumar, is projected to cross the Rs 1,000 crore mark before the end of its first week in theatres.
Directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, the film has already created a buzz with its recently released trailer, captivating audiences with sharp dialogues and witty one-liners.
Afghan director Roya Sadat, whose film "Sima's Song" is competing at the prestigious Red Sea Film Festival, has finally confirmed her attendance after an unexpected ordeal involving airline restrictions. Initially denied boarding at Dallas airport on her way to Jeddah, Sadat’s entry was blocked due to an issue with her passport, a situation that has since been resolved.
