Chanchal Chowdhury
How ‘Banglalink Niloy’ became the ‘king’ of romantic comedies
From a reluctant actor to small-screen superstar, Niloy Alamgir’s journey has been nothing short of cinematic. Over the years, with unwavering determination, he has emerged as one of the most beloved television actors of his generation.
Heme holds it together
The actress, who began her journey as a child artiste, has always been passionate about dance, just as much as she is about acting. She was a ramp model and participated in Miss World Bangladesh in 2017. Despite her hectic schedule, Heme took some time to drop by The Daily Star for a photoshoot and to discuss her career, passions, and more.
Sabnam Faria calls out bias in award recognition
The film “Devi” (2018) is an adaptation of a novel by celebrated author Humayun Ahmed. Helmed by director Anam Biswas, the movie featured Jaya Ahsan in a central role, while Chanchal Chowdhury portrays the character of Misir Ali. Additionally, the film showcased a noteworthy performance from television actress Sabnam Faria, who took on a key role in the film.
How are Bengali films faring in Tollywood amidst RG Kar case?
The aftermath of the incident led to the postponement of several Bengali film releases. Chanchal Chowdhury starrer “Padatik” and Subhashree Ganguly starrer “Babli” were released on August 15. However, it was evident from the beginning that the controversy surrounding RG Kar had dampened the public's interest in watching Bengali films.
‘Toofan’ packs theatres in Malaysia with 25 daily screenings
The much-anticipated film “Toofan,” starring superstar Shakib Khan, has finally hit theatres in Malaysia starting August 23, following two previous delays.
Chanchal Chowdhury, Tariq Anam Khan to star in ‘Feu’
Directed by Sukorno Shahed Dhiman, the series delves deep into the lives of people in the southern swamps and jungles, intertwining elements of mystery, drama, and thriller.
Caught in the crossfire: Should artistes bear the brunt of political affiliations?
On August 5, the former prime minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down amid a surging student-led anti-discrimination movement. The shift in power since her ousting has sparked widespread transformations, with people from the entertainment industry not being spared from the turmoil. Many actors, linked to certain political identities, now find themselves in precarious positions.
Portraying Mrinal Sen is a dream come true: Chanchal Chowdhury
"We filmed ‘Padatik’ in 2022, and it was a challenging time for me because my father passed away during the shoot. Despite that, I continued with the filming. The director encouraged me, and I performed with confidence," shared the “Aynabaji” actor.
I’m just an ordinary artiste, with no connections beyond my work: Chanchal
As the country rejoices in the reformation process for a new Bangladesh, one artiste is in despair. Chanchal Chowdhury, the most successful actor of the past decade, is being attacked on social media, enduring metaphorical flames.
‘Padatik’ wins big at New York Indian Film Festival
Srijit shared the good news on social media, congratulating the team on this achievement. He also personally shared the news with Chanchal Chowdhury.
How a stage performance led to Chanchal Chowdhury’s breakthrough role
Goutam Ghose recounted his first encounter with Chanchal Chowdhury. “I first saw Chanchal on stage,” Ghose revealed. “I was watching a play by the legendary theatre personality Mamunur Rashid, and I saw him (Chanchal) perform. There was a challenging role in 'Moner Manush,' and after seeing the play, I felt he would be perfect for it.”
‘Kaalpurush’: A murder mystery where time is the protagonist
As police officer Jahangir drives home, clutching a small glass bottle, his recent completion of a murder mystery assignment brings him no sense of triumph. Unbeknownst to SI Miraz, he is caught in a time loop, unsure of its destination. Shehzad, with his enigmatic persona, sets the stage, leading the audience seamlessly from a Bangladeshi web series' murder mystery to the realm of science fiction. I'm referring to the recent release of “Kaalpurush” on the OTT platform Chorki, a series quickly gaining acclaim for its adept fusion of murder mystery and sci-fi elements.
I’m sure audiences will appreciate 'Kaalpurush’s' unique narrative: Tanzika Amin
In the web-series, Tanzika plays the character of a housewife, Nova. “My character is unique and significant, offering ample opportunities to showcase my acting skills,” she described.
‘Kaalpurush’ release date announced
Apart from the “Monpura” actor, the series also features FS Nayeem and Tanzika Amin in significant roles.
Shakib and Chanchal tease fans in ‘Toofani’ photo
Chanchal Chowdhury, who will be playing a cameo role in the Shakib Khan starrer “Toofan”, was spotted in the teaser of the film.
Chanchal da is the most down-to-earth co-star I’ve worked with: Monami Ghosh
This film marks the first on-screen collaboration of Monami and Chanchal. Sharing her experience of sharing the screens with the “Monpura” famed actor she expressed a heartfelt emotion with Anandabazar. “Chanchal da is the most down-to-earth co-star I’ve ever worked with,” said the actress.
Elita Karim makes OTT debut
Earlier, the first look of FS Nayeem in the "Kaalpurush" teaser surprised the audience, as he underwent a massive transformation, gaining 30 kgs for his role.
Film selection is paramount for an artiste: Chanchal Chowdhury
Chanchal Chowdhury, a celebrated figure in Bangladeshi cinema, garnered widespread recognition for his portrayal of renowned Indian filmmaker Mrinal Sen in the film "Padatik" when it premiered at a film festival last year.
Chanchal starrer biopic’s teaser drops today marking Mrinal Sen’s birthday
Chanchal seems to brilliantly catch the essence and significance of playing the filmmaker in his most turbulent, struggling phases amidst different political upheavals of his filmmaking career.