Shihab Shaheen

‘Daagi’ to surely leave a mark: Tama Mirza

Tama Mirza and Afran Nisho notably collaborated for the first time in the hit “Surongo”. Now, the duo is set to reunite in the upcoming movie “Daagi”.

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”:

Tama Mirza reunites with Nisho for his second film

Actors Tama Mirza and Afran Nisho are set to reunite in director Shihab Shaheen's upcoming movie “Dagi”. 

Afran Nisho to return to the big screen with ‘Daagi’

Afran Nisho, one of Bangladesh's most celebrated actors, is set to make his much-anticipated return to cinema with the film “Daagi.” The title was officially registered with the Director's Guild just days ago, marking the actor's second venture into the world of cinema.

Afran Nisho gears up for second film, shooting to begin soon

Celebrated actor Afran Nisho recently announced that the long-awaited shooting for his next film is set to begin in November or December this year, with the movie expected to be released during next year’s Eid-ul-Azha. The actor also revealed that he will continue working in films but in his own distinctive style.

Rupanty Akid set to appear next in ‘Hindi Vindi’

The film “Hindi Vindi”, an Indian-Australian co-production, is gearing up for its October release in cinemas across India and Australia. The movie features rising star Rupanty Akid in a significant role and is directed by Indian filmmaker Ali Sayed, based in Sydney. 

Filmmakers announce new projects based on recent student movement

The student movements in Bangladesh have always led to significant outcomes. From 1952 to 1990, and even in 2024, each movement has achieved its goals. The victories of past movements have been captured in films and documentaries, and now, several new films and web series are in the works to depict the triumph of the anti-discrimination student movement.

Stars with spine: Media personalities who voiced out for students

In such challenging times, when protesters and civilians were indiscriminately killed, wholesale arrests, block raids, and a nationwide internet shutdown violated citizens' fundamental rights, keeping the nation on edge for weeks– only a few had the courage to raise their voices against the oppression and injustice.

An unlikely partnership: How internet humour is reshaping film marketing

In Bangladesh and beyond, the success of productions like "Kacher Manush Dure Thuiya" and "Myself Allen Swapan" suggests that meme marketing is more than just a passing trend. It represents a fundamental shift in how audiences interact with and share content. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, those in the film and streaming industry who can master the art of the meme may find themselves with a significant advantage in capturing the ever-elusive attention of modern viewers.

December 18, 2024
December 18, 2024

‘Daagi’ to surely leave a mark: Tama Mirza

Tama Mirza and Afran Nisho notably collaborated for the first time in the hit “Surongo”. Now, the duo is set to reunite in the upcoming movie “Daagi”.

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”:

October 31, 2024
October 31, 2024

Tama Mirza reunites with Nisho for his second film

Actors Tama Mirza and Afran Nisho are set to reunite in director Shihab Shaheen's upcoming movie “Dagi”. 

October 24, 2024
October 24, 2024

Afran Nisho to return to the big screen with ‘Daagi’

Afran Nisho, one of Bangladesh's most celebrated actors, is set to make his much-anticipated return to cinema with the film “Daagi.” The title was officially registered with the Director's Guild just days ago, marking the actor's second venture into the world of cinema.

October 9, 2024
October 9, 2024

Afran Nisho gears up for second film, shooting to begin soon

Celebrated actor Afran Nisho recently announced that the long-awaited shooting for his next film is set to begin in November or December this year, with the movie expected to be released during next year’s Eid-ul-Azha. The actor also revealed that he will continue working in films but in his own distinctive style.

August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024

Rupanty Akid set to appear next in ‘Hindi Vindi’

The film “Hindi Vindi”, an Indian-Australian co-production, is gearing up for its October release in cinemas across India and Australia. The movie features rising star Rupanty Akid in a significant role and is directed by Indian filmmaker Ali Sayed, based in Sydney. 

August 11, 2024
August 11, 2024

Filmmakers announce new projects based on recent student movement

The student movements in Bangladesh have always led to significant outcomes. From 1952 to 1990, and even in 2024, each movement has achieved its goals. The victories of past movements have been captured in films and documentaries, and now, several new films and web series are in the works to depict the triumph of the anti-discrimination student movement.

August 7, 2024
August 7, 2024

Stars with spine: Media personalities who voiced out for students

In such challenging times, when protesters and civilians were indiscriminately killed, wholesale arrests, block raids, and a nationwide internet shutdown violated citizens' fundamental rights, keeping the nation on edge for weeks– only a few had the courage to raise their voices against the oppression and injustice.

June 29, 2024
June 29, 2024

An unlikely partnership: How internet humour is reshaping film marketing

In Bangladesh and beyond, the success of productions like "Kacher Manush Dure Thuiya" and "Myself Allen Swapan" suggests that meme marketing is more than just a passing trend. It represents a fundamental shift in how audiences interact with and share content. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, those in the film and streaming industry who can master the art of the meme may find themselves with a significant advantage in capturing the ever-elusive attention of modern viewers.

June 14, 2024
June 14, 2024

‘Golam Mamun’: A compelling spin-off of crime, betrayal, and societal reflections

Even though “Golam Mamun” is a spin-off series, Shihab Shaheen uses it to reflect our current socio-political realities through fiction and brief dialogues, highlighting numerous inconsistencies in our surroundings. However, we should question his portrayal of everything under an invisible shadow, or ‘Hukumat’. This ‘invisible’ aspect implants a spectral reality in our minds, which eventually seems insurmountable. The ruling apparatus takes full advantage of this, becoming more active in masking their failures.