The history of the Marichjhapi massacre, a dark chapter in the Sundarbans, forms the foundation of Chorki’s upcoming web-series “Feu”. Set against the backdrop of the 1979 massacre, the series explores the intersection of politics and humanity, highlighting the brutal treatment of refugees.
Directed by Fazlul Kabir Tuhin and based on a novel by Nuruddin Jahangir, this Bangladeshi film is a powerful narrative of survival, societal conflict, and individual resistance. The movie’s poster was unveiled on January 10, in the presence of lead actor Mosharraf Karim.
Here is a list of some of the films screening today
The essence of the July movement was at the heart of the 23rd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF), which officially kicked off at the National Museum's main auditorium.
‘Makeup’ features Nipa Ahmed Realy and Ziaul Roshan in the lead roles, while veteran actor Tariq Anam Khan also delivers a compelling performance. A day after its release, Realy, who made her silver screen debut with this project shares insights in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.
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.
Telugu icon Allu Arjun has recently reflected on his journey into Bollywood, sharing that he once believed making a mark in the Hindi film industry was beyond reach. However, with the upcoming release of “Pushpa 2: The Rule,” scheduled to hit theatres on December 5, 2024, his dream of connecting with audiences nationwide is steadily becoming a reality.
Bangladeshi filmmaker Asif Islam's film “Nirvana” continues its winning streak. It received the Special Jury Award for the third time, this time at the 17th Eurasia International Film Festival in Kazakhstan. Although the director could not attend the award ceremony in person, he shared a short video message from Bangladesh.
Suborna Mustafa has been actively involved in Awami League politics for many years. She served as a Member of Parliament representing a reserved women’s seat, nominated by the Awami League. She held the position from 2019 to 2024.
A new initiative, Mind the Gap Film Movement, has been launched to promote political awareness among working-class communities through cinema. With the theme “Political Films, Politics in Film,” the project aims to host a travelling film festival, bringing impactful and thought-provoking movies directly to the public.
From working as a content creator to making her debut on the silver screen with “36-24-36”, Kaarina Kaisar’s transition happened by chance. Nevertheless, she confidently stepped into the role of Syra, using it to highlight an important message of body positivity.
Earlier this month, Rahman and Banu confirmed their decision to part ways after 29 years of marriage, citing emotional strain as a significant factor. Married in 1995, the couple shares three children: Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen.
Munier Chowdhury is the one behind the nation receiving such a great actor. He, who encouraged Ferdousi Majumdar to act, unfortunately, couldn’t see his sister’s success. “That saddens me the most. My last memory of him is from 1971 when we had moved across the border (to India). Many people had advised him to leave as well, but he would say, ‘Why should I go? I haven’t harmed anyone.’ I remember his words very clearly. It was for those very words that he was cruelly murdered. I never even got to see his body.”
Veteran actor Abul Hayat has made a notable appearance in the music video for “Miche Duniya”, a thought-provoking Sufi Nasheed by renowned singer Muhammad Badruzzaman.
The popular television magazine show “Ityadi” has taken its latest episode to the scenic Mongla Seaport in Bagerhat, marking yet another special location for its ever-intriguing productions. As with past episodes, this one promises to blend cultural and historical storytelling with entertainment, airing on BTV and BTV World right after the 8:00pm news tonight.
The long-anticipated continuation of the beloved story of “Moana” (2016) is finally over. The sequel, “Moana 2,” made its grand debut on November 27 in theatres across the United States. However, the highly anticipated film debuts today across Star Cineplex locations in Bangladesh, as confirmed by a press release from the renowned multiplex chain.
