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.
Eid special: What to watch on Eid Day 3
As the Eid celebrations continue to paint our lives with vibrant hues, television channels have been rolling out a diverse array of programs and exclusive dramas tailored for the entire week of Eid-ul-Fitr. Alongside the debut of fresh content, they've also orchestrated special screenings of beloved films for audiences to savour on the inaugural day of the festival. Now, let's take a look at the exclusive lineup of entertainment awaiting viewers on Eid Day 3 (April 13).
Eid special: What to watch today
As the festival approaches, television channels offer a diverse range of programmes and exclusive dramas curated for the entire week of Eid-ul-Fitr. In addition to premiering new content, they have organised special screenings of popular films for the audience to enjoy on the first day of the festival. Let's explore the exciting lineup of entertainment options available for the audience on Eid Day (April 11).
Eid melodies to enchant this festive season
What’s Eid without the anticipation of new songs? This Eid-ul-Fitr, artistes are bustling to unveil their latest songs for music lovers. A bunch of fresh tunes awaits release this festive season, according to a report by Ajker Patrika.
‘Monogamy’ teaser: Can love blossom between a boomer and a millennial?
The teaser highlights the tension between the two generations, as their contrasting ideologies are reflected in their words.
Chanchal Chowdhury phenomenal as blind policeman in ‘Rumi’ trailer
With the much-anticipated trailer of Vicky Zahed’s “Rumi” which dropped on Monday evening, fans and admirers of the genre are appreciating the brilliance of the web-series across social media platforms.
‘Hawa’ to have its television premiere this Eid
According to a press release, the film will be aired at 6:30 PM on the day of Eid, the third day of Eid, and the fifth day.
Shajal to keep audience in loop with ‘Rumi’
In this highly anticipated web-series, Shajal portrays the role of a detective. Additionally, Shajal starrer another web-film is also gearing up for its release.
Chanchal Chowdhury starrer ‘Rumi’ to release this Eid
The web-series has been directed by "Punorjonmo" and"Redrum" famed director Vicky Zahed. This marks the first time that Chanchal and Vicky will collaborate on a project.
Hoichoi unveils six new star-studded projects
Besides bringing back fan favourite directors like Amitabh Reza Chowdhury and Ashfaque Nipun, the OTT also got on board popular and award-winning directors, including, Vicky Zahed, Shihab Shaheen and Anam Biswas for the platform, as per its press release.
Farooki’s ‘Last Defenders of Monogamy’ finally discloses release date
Following the release of a teasing poster that left fans questioning the release date of the highly anticipated web-film "Last Defenders of Monogamy", Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has officially unveiled the date along with a first look at the official poster. This web-film is poised to premiere on the digital platform Chorki this Eid-ul-Fitr.