Hollywood

Hollywood’s double-standard on Palestine: Why censor one side altogether?

Israel’s blatant human rights violations in Gaza, Hollywood appears to be deeply divided. While some speak out against the ongoing violence and the loss of innocent Palestinian lives, others label pro-Palestinian voices as “antisemitic” — referring to hatred toward Jews. As a result, several celebrities — including Melissa Barrera and Academy Award-winning actress Susan Sarandon — have faced backlash from Hollywood studios, with some even being fired or dropped by their agencies for expressing pro-Palestinian sentiments.

Trump taps Stallone, Gibson, and Voight as ‘Special Ambassadors’ to revitalise Hollywood

President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled a plan to rejuvenate Hollywood’s global influence by appointing Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight as “special ambassadors” tasked with reviving the entertainment industry.

Justin Baldoni countersues Blake Lively, vows to unmask Hollywood’s ‘untouchable’ elite

Actor Justin Baldoni is preparing to countersue Blake Lively, alleging that her accusations of sexual harassment are unfounded and part of a deliberate smear campaign. The countersuit aims to challenge what Baldoni describes as baseless claims designed to damage his reputation.

Wizard of Oz shoes fetch $32.5 million at auction: Nostalgia doesn’t come cheap

Judy Garland's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz sold for $32.5M, symbolizing cinema's artistic legacy, nostalgia, and enduring storytelling power.

RDJ will sue if future Marvel execs attempt to recreate Iron Man with AI

Robert Downey Jr famously brought the iconic Marvel character Iron Man to life from 2008 to 2019, a role that concluded with Tony Stark’s emotional on-screen farewell in “Avengers: Endgame”. However, Downey has a sharp stance on any future attempts to resurrect his portrayal through artificial intelligence (AI).

5 movies that teach entrepreneurs more than business school ever could

While we enjoy movies of all sorts from thriller to comedy, some actually give us invaluable life lessons. If you are an entrepreneur or someone who wants to take on that path, these movies are definitely for you to watch.

Jackie Chan: Hong Kong action star and Paris Paralympics torchbearer

Kung-fu daredevil, Hollywood star and Guinness world-record holder, and now Hong Kong-born actor Jackie Chan is set to be a torchbearer in the lead-up to Wednesday's opening ceremony of the Paralympics in Paris.

Paris Olympics to close with Hollywood ending

Hollywood will help script a glittering ending to the Paris Olympics on Sunday with 14 gold medals to be decided before the French capital hands over the reins to 2028 hosts Los Angeles.

Asif Akbar’s ‘Boneyard’, starring Mel Gibson to release on July

Asif Akbar, an American film director of Bangladeshi origin, has made his mark in Hollywood with films like “Astro”, “The Commando”, and “Smoke Filled Lungs”. Last year, Bangladesh saw the release of his film “MR-9” from the Masood Rana series. 

December 12, 2015
December 12, 2015

'X-Men: Apocalypse' trailer released

"X-Man: Apocalypse" will hit theaters on May 27, 2016.

December 10, 2015
December 10, 2015

Roald Dahl's 'The BFG' brought to life in teaser trailer

The movie starts rolling out internationally in late June next year.

December 6, 2015
December 6, 2015

Actor Morgan Freeman in plane scare

A private plane carrying Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman makes an emergency landing after it blows a tyre on take-off from Clarksdale, Mississippi, but the star and his pilot were unhurt.

November 28, 2015
November 28, 2015

Tom Hanks's life stopped after wife's cancer diagnosis

Tom Hanks has opened up about his wife's cancer recovery and said life simply came to a halt for him when the disease struck his spouse last year.

November 27, 2015
November 27, 2015

“Mockingjay – Part 2” opens at Blockbuster

Hollywood's latest hit movie, “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2” will hit screens in Bangladesh at Blockbuster Cinema Halls in the capital's...

November 26, 2015
November 26, 2015

Trailer: Bruce Willis and Kellan Lutz in 'Extraction'

Bruce Willis and Kellan Lutz star as father and son in the upcoming film "Extraction," which has a new trailer out from Lionsgate.

November 16, 2015
November 16, 2015

Spectre - stays strong on BO

Moviegoers are opting to stick with James Bond and Charlie Brown at North American multiplexes, with “Spectre” heading for $35 million in its second weekend.

November 11, 2015
November 11, 2015

Watch: 'Finding Dory' teaser trailer

The ever-forgetful blue tang fish stars in a trailer for July 2016's Disney Pixar animated movie "Finding Dory."

November 8, 2015
November 8, 2015

Watch: First 'Warcraft' trailer revealed

The first full trailer has been released for Duncan Jones's "Warcraft" movie.

November 7, 2015
November 7, 2015

007 lands in Dhaka

The much-awaited Bond film, “Spectre”, released in Bangladesh on November 6, on the date of its US release, at Star Cineplex in the capital's Bashundhara City Shopping Mall. Ahead of its release, Star Cineplex arranged a special premiere of the film on November 5 evening to welcome Bond.