Monowar Hossain Dipjol, the newly elected general secretary of the BFAA committee, has addressed the matter today, providing his perspective on the issue.
Turkish superstar actor Burak Özçivit is set to visit Bangladesh as part of an invitation extended by Singer Bangladesh Limited for its transformation journey. The celebrated actor announced this exciting partnership with Singer Bangladesh, generating anticipation and curiosity amongst his followers through a social media post from his official account.
Two years ago, when she contested against actor Zayed Khan, expressing dissatisfaction with the election proceedings, she went to court and won the case against Zayed.
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Global acclaim often accompanies controversy. Bollywood luminary Alia Bhatt garnered widespread praise for her recent presence at the Met Gala 2024 in New York, followed by an appearance at a Gucci show in London earlier this week. However, the actress is now making headlines not for her cinematic achievements, fashion sense, or viewpoints, but rather for her pronounced silence. Alia's name has surfaced in the Blockout 2024 movement due to her failure to speak out on the conflict in Gaza. Notably, the list also features other international celebrities such as Taylor Swift and Priyanka Chopra.
Deepika Padukone has soared to new heights upon her inclusion in the global disruptors for the class of movers and shakers 2024.
Chanchal Chowdhury, a celebrated figure in Bangladeshi cinema, garnered widespread recognition for his portrayal of renowned Indian filmmaker Mrinal Sen in the film "Padatik" when it premiered at a film festival last year.
As I write this, “MaLoMa”, a musical tale of extraordinary lives led by everyday people, is trending number 1 on YouTube Bangladesh & 38 on global YouTube. This song, as a whole, is many stories woven together as one, belonging to people from all walks of life. The stories touch hearts and inspire music lovers to ponder upon life in general. As Arif Dewan and Shagor Dewan sing their hearts out about how mistaken they were about life being a bed of roses, the chaotic city around them comes to life.
Guitarist Oni Hasan returned to the Dhaka stage after nearly a decade. Earlier on Friday, he rocked the audience at the "Rock and Rhythm 4.0: Resurrection of Black" concert in the capital. Now, the prodigal musician is set to share his musical journey at “Guitar Clinic with Oni Hasan”.
As the world commemorates the birth centenary of Kalim Sharafi, his legacy as a cultural icon and activist shines brightly, illuminating the path he forged with unwavering dedication and passion. Born on May 8, 1924 into a family rooted in the village of Khairadihi, West Bengal, Rabindra Sangeet maestro Sharafi's life journey was defined by a profound commitment to using art as a catalyst for social change.
Chanchal seems to brilliantly catch the essence and significance of playing the filmmaker in his most turbulent, struggling phases amidst different political upheavals of his filmmaking career.
In a recent development surrounding the longstanding Blackbuck poaching case involving Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, the Bishnoi community has made a significant statement, indicating that they would consider forgiving the actor if he were to offer a personal apology.
Earlier in September of last year, small screen producer Himu Akram announced Indian actress Swastika Mukherjee as the lead for his upcoming film “Altabanu Josna Dekheni”. However, her male counterpart remained undisclosed until now.
A biopic chronicling the life of the revolutionary poet Kazi Nazrul Islam has received official approval in Kolkata’s film industry. The avant-garde project will be helmed by director Abdul Alim, with actor Kinjal Nanda slated to take on the mantle of the titular character of Nazrul on screen.
Despite the keen interest of filmmakers to cast Nisho in their films, the actor has been notably absent from the silver screen since then, leaving fans wondering about his next move. The anticipation amongst fans reached a crescendo yesterday when it was announced that the actor has signed not one but two films.
The upcoming prequel series titled "Dune: Prophecy" for HBO Max has officially secured the talented Indian actress Tabu for a recurring part, as exclusively reported by Variety.
As the illustrious Cannes Film Festival unfurls its red carpet once again, the anticipation amongst cinephiles reaches a crescendo. Following the resounding success of last year's edition, which catapulted several films into the limelight of Oscar glory, the 77th Cannes Film Festival promises to be an event of unparalleled cinematic grandeur.
In its inaugural edition, "Poran" and "Priyotoma" emerged as the frontrunners, securing the most awards. "Poran" swept the awards in 2022, winning seven accolades, while "Priyotoma" dominated the following year with nine wins across various categories. Additionally, five awards were dedicated to web films.
Bafta TV awards revealed its 2024 winners in London.
Ed Sheeran, who visited India in March, made a special appearance on an episode of “The Great Indian Kapil Show”.