My fiance is an inspiration for me: Adhora Khan
Adhora Khan epitomizes the new generation of heroines: a budding starlet who has swiftly carved her niche in the Bengali cinema scene. Renowned for her allure, skill, and sharp wit, she stands as an exemplar for aspiring women in Bangladesh.
‘Primer to Press’: A history of Bengali culture, language, and books
Artist and researcher Sabyasachi Hazra, who graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Dhaka, has become popular amongst the young and up-and-coming artists of this country primarily due to his unique strokes and style.
New ‘The Office’ spinoff series to focus on ‘dying’ newspaper
More than ten years since fans bid farewell to the cherished NBC series "The Office", a fresh comedy within the same universe as the beloved paper company Dunder Mifflin is making its way to Peacock.
Entertainment Multimedia
Podcast / Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Mithila
Mithila drops by our studio to talk about her life, career and some burning issues that divide our nation.
A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Siam Ahmed
A Peek Inside with Sadi
Podcast / Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Safa Kabir
Safa Kabir brightens up our studio with a candid conversation in our podcast.
Daraz presents A Peek Inside with Sadi ft. Black Zang
A Peek Inside with Sadi
Mahiya Mahi's nomination papers rejected due to signatures
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TV & Film
Robert Downey Jr set for Broadway debut in new play ‘McNeal’
Hollywood superstar Robert Downey Jr is all set to play the role of Jacob McNeal in the upcoming play "McNeal", penned by Ayad Akhtar and helmed by Bartlett Sher ("To Kill a Mockingbird").
Lamia to carry parents’ legacy, Badhan joins as producer
The film, titled “Meyeder Golpo", is written by Lamia herself. It will be produced by “Rehana Maryam Noor” famed actress Azmeri Haque Badhan.
Rafiath Rashid Mithila’s versatility shines through ‘Kajol Rekha’
The "Myself Allen Swapan" famed actress has not only received acclaim from industry insiders but also from a wide array of audiences. In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Mithila shares her heartfelt appreciation, plans, aspirations within Bangali cinema, and more.
Music
Security guard shot at Drake’s Toronto home amid beef with Kendrick Lamar
A security guard stationed outside the Toronto mansion of Canadian rap sensation Drake was shot by suspects in a vehicle. The incident occurred at around 06:00 GMT on Tuesday at the corner of Park Lane Circle, according to Toronto police reports. Witnesses told Canadian media he had sustained several gunshot wounds, including one to the chest.
Souls celebrates Golden Jubilee in Denver
The members who are performing on this tour are Partha Barua, Mir Masum, Ahsanur Rahman Ashiq, Maruf Hasan Real, and sound engineer Shamim Ahmed.
35th National Rabindra Sangeet Festival / National Rabindra Sangeet Festival to honour Kalim Sharafi and Sadi Mohammad this year
Two esteemed figures will be specially honoured during the festival and they are, Kalim Sharafi, marking his 100th birthday on May 8, and the late Sadi Mohammad.
‘The Boys’ embark on a mission to save the world in season four trailer
Prime Video has unveiled a fresh trailer for “The Boys”, with a little over a month remaining until the premiere of its fourth season. Featuring Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Dominique McElligott, Jessie T Usher, Laz Alonso, and others, the series is adapted from the popular comic book series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson.
Rituparna and Shakib Khan reunite at Kolkata
The enduring friendship between Rituparna Sengupta and Shakib Khan has been a highlight of the showbiz scene, marked by their stellar performances.
Asif Akbar on his way to debut in Bollywood
Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar lately demonstrated his versatility by venturing into Bollywood songs. Recently, he journeyed to India and recorded a track at AR Rahman's KM Studio and Yash Raj Studio. Taking to social media, he excitedly announced his debut in the Indian film industry, although he kept the film's name under wraps.
Navigating turbulent tides: An exploratory look at ‘All That Weathers’
Resting Academy's "All That Weathers", currently underway at Drik Path Bhaban, is more than just a mere accumulated display of photography exhibition. It is a voyage through the heart of change — a tapestry woven with stories from the intimate landscapes of Bengal, Kashmir, and Central India.
Badhan to appear in a Tollywood film next
Azmeri Haque Badhan, known for her role in "Rehana Maryam Noor", made her debut in the Indian acting scene with the web-series "Robindronath Ekhane Kawkhono Khete Aashenni" (REKKA), directed by Srijit Mukherji. The series has garnered significant popularity with Badhan's performance being widely praised.
Hridi Huq receives yet another prestigious award for her film
The talented director Hridi Huq has already accumulated various awards and acclaim since the release of her directorial debut film, "1971 Shei Shob Din".
‘Rajkumar’ draws audience in Australia, released in the Middle East
The release of “Rajkumar” in Bangladesh has been creating quite a stir, with critics suggesting it ranks amongst Shakib Khan starrer top five films. The film is currently running in theatres across America, alongside Italy, and Australia.
Sohini Sarker spotted in Dhaka
Tollywood's stunning actress Sohini Sarker was recently spotted strolling through the streets of Dhaka.
Bangladeshi comedian embarks on first international tour
Amin Hannan Chowdhury is set to embark on his first international tour in Australia. Initially uncertain about ticket sales, Amin was pleasantly surprised by the overwhelming response upon announcing his show. Presently, he is touring across three distinct cities in Australia.
‘Kalpurush’: Chanchal brings yet another thriller to screen
Director Salzar Rahman used to direct music videos and ad-films. Sharing about the plot of “Kalpurush” he said, "I had visited a medicine shop in Old Dhaka a long time ago. The story of this series came to mind for various reasons from there. Then I wrote the series during the time of Covid-19 quarantine period.”
