Behind the lens
History was made on December 25, 1964, when with just three studio cameras the pilot broadcast of Pakistan Television began airing
6y ago
Creating better performers
While the name Richard Kishore may not resonate among many young music listeners, the veteran guitarist is admired and held in high esteem among musicians in Bangladesh. For years he worked closely with BTV and Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, and taught participants in musical talent shows to make their performances perfect. Now a freelance guitarist, Kishore founded “RiKi's Guitar” last year, a music school that aims to help talented
6y ago
Ekushey Laureates share feelings on TDS' anniversary
Founded 27 years ago with a pledge to commit to journalism without fear or favour, The Daily Star is celebrating its anniversary
6y ago
Kalyan and Grace
February is a special month for Bangladeshis; with yesterday marking Pohela Falgun and today being Valentine's Day, the streets of
6y ago
Chirkutt rocks out at Galle
Popular fusion band Chirkutt recently captured the hearts of Sri Lankan audience during their performance at the opening of the 2018
6y ago
“I love Middle Eastern food”
Popular singer Konal won the hearts of the country since her Channel i-Shera Kontho days, and these days she has been hopping from
6y ago
“I used to sing when I was young”
In the entertainment industry, actors and singers often bag the limelight, creating bigger challenges for other artistes seeking to pave
6y ago
Taskeen Rahman finding purpose in acting
Sinister and yet dashing, the steely blue eyes of the villain portrayed by Taskeen Rahman left an unforgettable mark on viewers
6y ago
October 17, 2017
From Carol, with love
There are very few literary undertakings as risky as translations, and cultural translations from an oriental language to one
October 14, 2017
A satiric voice against food adulteration
Bangladesh Cartoonists' Association (BANCARAS) is holding a three-day three day Cartoon Fest (from October 12-14) at Dhanmondi's Drik Gallery, addressing a pressing social issue that affects us all: food adulteration and its adverse effects.
October 13, 2017
Ferdous picks his recipes from YouTube
Since his debut in “Hotath Brishti” in 1998, Ferdous Ahmed has been an indomitable force in the Bangladeshi acting industry.
October 6, 2017
“Tom Cruise is on top of that list…”
Seasoned actress Deepa Khandakar has built an impressive career around television that has made her a household name. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, the artiste shed a little insight on her life and preferences beyond the limelight.
October 4, 2017
Noureen Shareef Journey to success
With growing success, CloseUp 1 singer Noureen Shareef has followed the path many budding singers from talent hunt shows tend to
September 29, 2017
Kadambari: A retelling through dance
Before her identity as a popular actress, Nadia Ahmed's heart and feet were set to dance since early childhood. She has now balanced
September 28, 2017
Music as a divine calling
Classical vocalist and ghazal singer Aloke Kumar Sen has enthralled audiences in Bangladesh and beyond with his admirable vocals,
September 22, 2017
“I won't be working for a week…”
Talented actress Jyotika Jyoti is in a good place in her career. With a strong foothold in both the big and small screen, her versatile
September 15, 2017
“Bollywood influence is not the problem…”
Classical dance as an art form in Bangladesh is kept thriving due to the contributions of a number of dedicated artistes, and Sohel
September 15, 2017
“Love the beaches and food of Thailand”
Dhallywood A-lister Apu Biswas has successfully bounced back following her extended hiatus from the industry, with her first return
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