Eid

A reflection on Eid, grief, and quiet compassion

For many, it was a time of joy and ritual—of family, food, and faith. But for some of us, it was quieter.

FICTION / Metalheart

I know my engine is dying. I know that, by the time the next Eid rolls around, the busy little humans will have taken me apart to create something new.

FICTION / A sacrifice

When he was handing over the money to Naimuddin, their father, Kalam silently cried, holding Dholi’s neck in the yard.

#Perspective / The big Eid detox: Because that wasn’t just one cheat day

While you should indulge because, let’s be honest, Eid is about love, family, and licking rezala off your elbow, it’s not a bad idea to also plan a bit of a comeback. A soft, digestive reboot.

Eid films mark milestone for local industry, says Rashed Mamun Apu

Actor Rashed Mamun Apu, whose films “Daagi” and “Jongli” hit theatres this Eid, described the festive season as a significant milestone for Bangladeshi cinema.

How Eid nostalgia thrives in a tech-driven world

The world has changed, and with it, so has Eid. Yet, paradoxically, technology is bringing back the very elements we thought we had lost.

Eid enchantments and us

A special cover of Rising Stars where we look back at how Eid has changed for us over the years. 

Movies to enjoy this Eid with your family

To make this time somewhat more enjoyable, here are a few movies you can watch with your family.

Eid tomorrow as moon sighted

Muslims across Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow (Monday) after a month of fasting

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

Educational institutions need to be more considerate of all religious festivities

Sufficient time must be given to these students to ensure that they aren’t prevented from practicing their faiths.

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

Taijul cherishes Eid in native Natore

The Daily Star Sports team caught up with Taijul Islam to celebrate the festivities of Eid. The left-arm spinner finds the most joy in his permanent address in Natore. He celebrates the happiness of Eid with his family there. Despite cherishing all the festivities, the 31-year-old did admit to being tight-fisted when it comes to giving away salami.

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

My love-hate relationship with Eid natoks

Are you aware of the "Valentine's Day on Eid" phenomenon? Eid natoks and overall Bangladeshi natoks have gone through a strange trajectory.

April 24, 2023
April 24, 2023

Three stops to Jigatola

Amidst the joyous occasion of Eid greetings and smiles, I stood still in solitude–wearing my red, torn half pants, topless from the navel up

April 23, 2023
April 23, 2023

Man who has never entered kitchen complains about food on Eid

Mr Gordov was saying how his wife's hours of effort in the kitchen in this scorching heat just couldn’t live up to his outrageous expectations as a Bangladeshi male.

April 23, 2023
April 23, 2023

How to dodge intrusive questions from relatives this Eid

It's not uncommon in our culture for relatives to inquire about your employment status, marriage plans, and even your weight.

April 23, 2023
April 23, 2023

5 anime series to catch up on during Eid vacation

Here are five short anime series you can spend your vacation binging on.

April 23, 2023
April 23, 2023

Only books and longing for this year’s Eid

Since I did not have a busy itinerary on Eid days, books were my unwitting companions

April 22, 2023
April 22, 2023

Reminiscing Eid card stalls

Artificiality swallowed up a tradition we held so dear to our hearts.

April 22, 2023
April 22, 2023

The beauty of Eid mornings

There is something magical about Eid mornings.