Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba and rising star Naznin Nahar Niha teamed up for the first time for a drama. Directed by Jakaria Showkhin and co-written by Showkhin and Nasir Khan, the project is titled “Mon-Duari”. The project was filmed over 13 days in locations including Dhaka, Nawabganj, and Rajshahi.
Madhumita Cinema Hall, one of Dhaka’s historic film theatres located in Motijheel, has maintained a strong tradition over the years, celebrating its golden jubilee in 2022. Today, Iftekhar Uddin Noushad, the owner, confirmed that the cinema will close permanently following this year’s Eid screenings. He also shared with The Daily Star that a new multiplex will be built in its place.
Pori Moni has often been in the limelight for her personal life more than her work. Over the years, the actress has faced criticism for controversies surrounding her relationships, marriage, and even drug-related incidents.
Following its record-breaking theatrical run since its release on December 5, “Pushpa 2: The Rule”, starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, is gearing up for its OTT release. The highly anticipated sequel is set to stream on Netflix, covering multiple languages.
Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, adviser to the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, has called for merging the culture and tourism ministries to ensure better coordination.
Following the social media controversy over two prominent actresses, Mehazabien Chowdhury in Chattogram and Pori Moni in Tangail, being prevented from attending launch events in their respective locations, another actress, Apu Biswas, has faced the same obstacle today. She was scheduled to inaugurate a restaurant in Dhaka’s Kamrangirchar area.
Seasoned actor Khawaja Naim Murad made his debut in the 1990s with the film “Chandni”, through which he significantly made a mark. Since then, he has never had to look back. Within just a few years, he established himself as a prominent figure in the industry. “Chandni” turned his life around and he went on to play leading roles in numerous films.
The film stars Kolkata actress Idhika Paul alongside Shakib Khan, with Nusrat Jahan from Kolkata also making an appearance in an item song.
Today, Runa stands at an exciting juncture in her career, eagerly awaiting the release of multiple new films and preparing to embark on a fresh project set to start filming this month.
Known as “Whispers of a Thirsty River” in English, the film is directed by Shankha Das Gupta and will represent Bangladesh in the World Cinema category at CIFF’s 45th edition, taking place from November 13 to 22 at Cairo’s historic Opera House.
According to director Anonno Mamun, “Dorod” is a romantic psychological thriller that casts Shakib Khan in a refreshing new role. The film is unique as the first pan-India production of its genre, with a runtime of 149 minutes. It is set to debut simultaneously around the globe, introducing audiences to a gripping narrative.
With numerous accolades, including two National Film Awards, seven Filmfare Awards, and the prestigious Padma Shri, her talent and versatility is undeniable.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who once revealed that he smoked up to 100 cigarettes daily, surprised fans with a life-changing announcement on his birthday. During a special meet-and-greet event on Saturday to celebrate his big day, Khan revealed that he has finally quit smoking.
The day marks the gorgeous actress Arifa Parvin Zaman Moushumi’s birthday, and this is a highlight of the more precious moments from her career.
Known for her powerful roles in films like “Pink”, “Thappad”, “Rashmi Rocket”, and “Shabaash Mithu”, Taapsee has become a prominent advocate for women's voices in Bollywood.
Set in the fictional hill station of Devipur, the Shashanka Chaturvedi directorial “Do Patti” tells the story of twin sisters Saumya and Shailee (featuring Kriti Sanon), whose strained relationship is compounded by a shared connection to Dhruv Sood (played by Shaheer Sheikh), a wealthy businessman with a violent streak. Saumya, the more docile sister, becomes Dhruv’s wife and soon faces the horrors of domestic violence, while Shailee, the flamboyant and rebellious twin, harbours a deep jealousy toward her sister.
Unsurprisingly, the film’s directors, Ron Clements and John Musker, are white, and it is almost as if “whiteness” prevents artistes, such as film directors, from portraying the non-white peoples with a non-colonial lens.
This year, deviating from the usual tradition of greeting fans from his Mannat balcony, SRK hosted a special event at the Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir hall in Mumbai.
