Ashfaque Nipun

Celebrities voice their reflections on the spirit of Victory Day

Bangladesh emerged as a sovereign state on December 16, 1971, following a nine-month-long Liberation War. This year, the nation celebrates Victory Day with renewed fervour, especially after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime on August 5, 2024.  

Jaya Ahsan’s first Bangladeshi web series ‘Jimmi’ begins production

Actress Jaya Ahsan, who has already made a significant mark on India’s OTT platforms, is now set to venture into Bangladeshi web series with her debut project, “Jimmi.” 

Blender’s Choice The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards / Full Winners’ list for Blender’s Choice The Daily Star Awards 2023

Check out the winners recognised at the “Blender’s Choice The Daily Star OTT and Digital Content Awards 2023”:

Blender’s Choice The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards / Dibya Jyoti, Tanzika Amin win Best Supporting awards

The Critics category of the “Blender's Choice-The Daily Star OTT and Digital Content Awards 2023” witnessed stellar recognition for Dibya Jyoti and Tanzika Amin for their remarkable performances in “Mohanagar 2”. 

16 Days of Activism / Reclaiming the stories of women on screen

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.

Shawon flies high

Marking a decade in showbiz, Sayed Zaman Shawon has captivated audiences across television, OTT platforms, and the big screens. Known for his acclaimed roles in Mabrur Rashid Bannah’s “Brothers” series, Shihab Shaheen’s “August 14”, Ashfaque Nipun’s “Sabrina”, and Golam Sohrab Dodul’s “Mobaroknama”, Shawon’s adaptability shines through each project.

Jaya Ahsan starrer ‘Bhootpori’ earns spot at Intl Film Festival of India

Last year, Bangladesh’s Jaya Ahsan achieved a groundbreaking milestone at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), representing five films spanning three distinct film industries. This year, she will return to the 55th edition of IFFI with the film “Bhootpori”, which has been selected to be screened in the Feature Film segment within the Indian Panorama section of the festival.

Ashfaque Nipun declines censor board membership offer

Filmmaker Ashfaque Nipun has, for the first time, declined his appointment to the censor board. He announced the decision in a Facebook post last Sunday night.

Kanak Chapa, Ashfaque Nipun, and Nawshaba among key figures in restructured Artistes’ Welfare Trust

The Interim Government of Bangladesh has announced a bold restructuring of the 15-member trustee board of the Bangladesh Artistes' Welfare Trust, marking a significant move to strengthen support for the country's creative community.

December 16, 2024
December 16, 2024

Celebrities voice their reflections on the spirit of Victory Day

Bangladesh emerged as a sovereign state on December 16, 1971, following a nine-month-long Liberation War. This year, the nation celebrates Victory Day with renewed fervour, especially after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime on August 5, 2024.  

December 14, 2024
December 14, 2024

Jaya Ahsan’s first Bangladeshi web series ‘Jimmi’ begins production

Actress Jaya Ahsan, who has already made a significant mark on India’s OTT platforms, is now set to venture into Bangladeshi web series with her debut project, “Jimmi.” 

December 13, 2024
December 13, 2024

Full Winners’ list for Blender’s Choice The Daily Star Awards 2023

Check out the winners recognised at the “Blender’s Choice The Daily Star OTT and Digital Content Awards 2023”:

December 12, 2024
December 12, 2024

Dibya Jyoti, Tanzika Amin win Best Supporting awards

The Critics category of the “Blender's Choice-The Daily Star OTT and Digital Content Awards 2023” witnessed stellar recognition for Dibya Jyoti and Tanzika Amin for their remarkable performances in “Mohanagar 2”. 

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Reclaiming the stories of women on screen

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.

November 9, 2024
November 9, 2024

Shawon flies high

Marking a decade in showbiz, Sayed Zaman Shawon has captivated audiences across television, OTT platforms, and the big screens. Known for his acclaimed roles in Mabrur Rashid Bannah’s “Brothers” series, Shihab Shaheen’s “August 14”, Ashfaque Nipun’s “Sabrina”, and Golam Sohrab Dodul’s “Mobaroknama”, Shawon’s adaptability shines through each project.

October 26, 2024
October 26, 2024

Jaya Ahsan starrer ‘Bhootpori’ earns spot at Intl Film Festival of India

Last year, Bangladesh’s Jaya Ahsan achieved a groundbreaking milestone at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), representing five films spanning three distinct film industries. This year, she will return to the 55th edition of IFFI with the film “Bhootpori”, which has been selected to be screened in the Feature Film segment within the Indian Panorama section of the festival.

September 16, 2024
September 16, 2024

Ashfaque Nipun declines censor board membership offer

Filmmaker Ashfaque Nipun has, for the first time, declined his appointment to the censor board. He announced the decision in a Facebook post last Sunday night.

September 15, 2024
September 15, 2024

Kanak Chapa, Ashfaque Nipun, and Nawshaba among key figures in restructured Artistes’ Welfare Trust

The Interim Government of Bangladesh has announced a bold restructuring of the 15-member trustee board of the Bangladesh Artistes' Welfare Trust, marking a significant move to strengthen support for the country's creative community.

August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024

Struggle for a secular Bangladesh will persist: Ashfaque Nipun

When it comes to speaking out against injustice and oppression, there aren’t many artistes who stand out as prominently as Ashfaque Nipun. Known for his active presence both online and on the ground, Nipun has been a vocal participant in various protests. His determination was evident during the quota reform movement, which later evolved into the anti-discrimination student movement and led to the dramatic fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s regime.