A new online video commercial (OVC) featuring popular actor Mosharraf Karim has gone viral for its strong message against unnecessary honking. Aimed at raising awareness among drivers, the ad has already crossed 5 million views within just five days of its release on Facebook last Friday (May 2).
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Acclaimed actor Fazlur Rahman Babu, a six-time National Film Award winner, is set to bring the inspiring life of Polan Sarkar to the silver screen in the upcoming government-grant film “Solte”, directed by Zahir Raihan.
The Film Heritage Foundation announced on Wednesday that a restored 4K version of Oscar-winning filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s 1970 film “Aranyer Din Ratri” (Days and Nights in the Forest), featuring Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, and Rabi Ghosh, will be showcased at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
“Breaking Bad” actor Aaron Paul is set to headline the upcoming psychological thriller “The Midnight Pool”, directed by “V for Vendetta” filmmaker James McTeigue. The project, backed by Traction, McTeigue, and Gramercy Park Media—who are also financing the film—is slated for its market debut at the Cannes Film Festival.
Today, on 25th Boishakh, the 164th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, the legacy of his music continues to echo far and wide- not just in the hearts of Bengalis, but across the cinematic landscapes of both Bengal and Bollywood. While his poetry and songs remain an inseparable part of everyday life, Rabindra Sangeet has also found a cherished place in both Bengali and Hindi cinema, often adapted, referenced, or directly used to elevate cinematic storytelling.
For the revered singer-songwriter, the affection from Bangladeshis is not tied to material gain. "I have nothing to gain from Bangladesh, no money or favors," he said. "Yet the love they give me feels as if the army would need to be called just to control the crowds." It is a sentiment that resonates deeply with his personal journey — a journey where the bonds of language, culture, and shared history outweigh the barriers of politics and geography.
Legendary Bangladeshi playback singer Khurshid Alam, whose golden voice once dominated the country's film music scene, says his fans still request his timeless classics. Despite his age, the Ekushey Padak-winning artiste continues to perform on stage and television with the same passion that marked the height of his career.
A new online video commercial (OVC) featuring popular actor Mosharraf Karim has gone viral for its strong message against unnecessary honking. Aimed at raising awareness among drivers, the ad has already crossed 5 million views within just five days of its release on Facebook last Friday (May 2).
Renowned American filmmaker James Foley, best known for directing “Glengarry Glen Ross”, “House of Cards” and the final two instalments of the “Fifty Shades” franchise, has passed away at the age of 71.
Rafi revealed that this project is even more demanding than his previous blockbuster “Toofan”. “To protect the film’s confidentiality, strict measures have been imposed on set, including a ban on mobile phones and restricted access for outsiders. Nevertheless, a few leaks have managed to slip through.”
For the first time in her illustrious career, Samina has recorded a song dedicated to her mother, titled “Narir Bandhan”, written by Kamrul Nannu and composed by Murad Noor. The music arrangement was done by Mushfiq Litu, while Samina herself directed the music video.
Ten years ago, a film about bowel movements, a road trip, and a Bengali father’s hypochondria quietly slipped into theatres. Then, like that one relative who would not stop talking about their digestion at family dinners, it stayed in our collective memory far longer than expected. Perhaps more than a film, "Piku" became a prolonged sigh shared across generations, smelling faintly of home and unresolved emotional constipation.
Today, on 25th Boishakh, the 164th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, the legacy of his music continues to echo far and wide- not just in the hearts of Bengalis, but across the cinematic landscapes of both Bengal and Bollywood. While his poetry and songs remain an inseparable part of everyday life, Rabindra Sangeet has also found a cherished place in both Bengali and Hindi cinema, often adapted, referenced, or directly used to elevate cinematic storytelling.
Acclaimed actor Fazlur Rahman Babu, a six-time National Film Award winner, is set to bring the inspiring life of Polan Sarkar to the silver screen in the upcoming government-grant film “Solte”, directed by Zahir Raihan.
The day opened with a seminar titled “Comprehensive Sound Analysis: Music and Consciousness”, where Assistant Professor Dr Ali F M Rezowan presented the keynote speech. Department Head Dr Jhumur Ahmed chaired the session, with Assistant Professor Md Mahmudul Hasan serving as moderator.
At the mere sight of him on screen, Dhallywood audiences would shudder. His presence alone brought an air of terror to the silver screen. Jambu, who appeared in numerous films throughout his lifetime, built his career playing antagonists. Be it in black-and-white or colour films, or even commercial ventures, he left an indelible mark with his menacing portrayals.
The Film Heritage Foundation announced on Wednesday that a restored 4K version of Oscar-winning filmmaker Satyajit Ray’s 1970 film “Aranyer Din Ratri” (Days and Nights in the Forest), featuring Soumitra Chatterjee, Sharmila Tagore, and Rabi Ghosh, will be showcased at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
