Reminiscing on the historic August 5 is filmmaker and activist Ashfaque Nipun, who was actively involved throughout the entire uprising and has been a participant in the anti-fascist movement for the past 17 years.
Mithila drops by our studio to talk about her life, career and some burning issues that divide our nation.
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“Taan” is based on a story by legendary Bengali writer Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay. The narrative revolves around an elderly man who is suddenly reunited with a long-lost lover, shaking the foundations of his family life. The emotional fallout from her return brings layers of drama, tension, and introspection.
To mark the first anniversary of the July Movement, Bangladesh Television (BTV) will broadcast a series of special programmes on the occasion of July Uprising Day.
“Leaders of one of the political parties are running off with stolen money, the younger ones mourn online with offensive hashtags and the rest are busy fighting over extortion, donations, and exit strategies,” she stated.
Singer-songwriter Nowrid Amin kicked off the year with the release of his second solo album, “Proticchobi”, on January 1, 2025. Since its release, the album has been met with enthusiastic praise from audiences both at home and abroad.
The band Odd Signature has postponed their concert “Odd Signature: The Comeback”, following the sudden passing of sound engineer and band member AK Ratul. He was responsible for the event's sound engineering, originally scheduled for August 1.
Twenty-seven years after the release of the classic Bangladesh-India joint production “Hothat Brishti”, a remake titled “Abar Hothat Brishti” is now in the works. The original 1998 film first aired on television before hitting cinemas and went on to become a box office success. Alongside the storyline, its songs—especially those sung by Nachiketa Chakraborty—remain beloved to this day.
The film will start streaming from August 7. Notably, Chorki has also announced that, alongside “Utshob”, the Shakib Khan-starrer film “Taandob” will be released on the same date.
Netflix has released a first glimpse of its forthcoming limited series adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice”, announcing additional cast members as filming officially gets underway in the United Kingdom.
The Battery Dance Festival 2025 will feature performances from eight international dance companies alongside eight New York-based groups, celebrating the universal language of dance through live performances, workshops, and immersive experiences for all ages. The free, outdoor event is known for bringing together diverse cultures and artistic expressions in the heart of New York City.
Twenty-seven years after the release of the classic Bangladesh-India joint production “Hothat Brishti”, a remake titled “Abar Hothat Brishti” is now in the works. The original 1998 film first aired on television before hitting cinemas and went on to become a box office success. Alongside the storyline, its songs—especially those sung by Nachiketa Chakraborty—remain beloved to this day.
Comedy icon Eddie Murphy is stepping into the shoes of the legendary Inspector Clouseau in a new Pink Panther film, he confirmed in a recent interview with NBC’s Today. This marks Murphy’s addition to yet another iconic franchise, following hits like “Beverly Hills Cop”, “Coming to America”, and “Shrek”.
The ancestral homes of Hindi cinema legends Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor in Pakistan’s Peshawar are being restored to become heritage museums, officials confirmed yesterday. The two-year project—aimed at preserving the cultural legacy of the actors—has officially begun, with a projected cost of $247049.46 (Rs 70 million).
The trailer for “Avatar: Fire and Ash”—the third chapter in James Cameron’s record-shattering sci-fi saga—was officially released earlier than planned, following an online leak that caught the studio off guard.
Originally scheduled for release on July 24, the film’s OTT debut was postponed out of respect for the July 21 tragic plane crash at Milestone School and College.
Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" tour is now the highest-grossing country tour of all time with over $400 million in revenue, Live Nation said in a statement on Monday, citing a Billboard story.
Veteran actor, playwright, and director Abul Hayat has significantly reduced his screen appearances in recent times. However, he remains open to acting if the story and character appeal to him. “I no longer have the energy to work continuously like before. With age, the body demands rest. But I can’t stay away from acting altogether. So, if there’s a good story and a character I like, I’ll definitely consider it,” he shared.
