The evening unfolded into a timeless memory that mesmerised everyone who witnessed its magic in person. Afzal Hossain also recited a poem, while Runa Laila carried the night forward with one unforgettable song after another, leaving the audience with memories to cherish for a lifetime.

Dutt said he believed in democracy and the Constitution and praised the students for raising their concerns through what he described as democratic, constitutional and non-violent means.

Hollywood actor John Cusack has backed student protests over alleged NEET irregularities by sharing an article from Booker Prize winning author and activist Arundhati Roy, who criticised the authorities over their handling of the demonstrations in Delhi.

Pakistani singer Atif Aslam, who returned to Dhaka ahead of his concert, attended a press conference yesterday, where he spoke about his admiration for Bangladeshi music legend Runa Laila and expressed his hope for a future collaboration between Coke Studio Pakistan and Coke Studio Bangla.

Looking back on her long career, she added, “I have performed at countless venues at home and abroad over the past 62 years, singing in Bangla, Hindi and Urdu. Yet it has taken me 62 years to perform at my own country’s Shilpakala Academy.”

Johnny Depp is set to return to a major Hollywood studio production after an eight-year absence. On Thursday, Paramount Pictures unveiled its upcoming feature film, "Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol", with Depp cast as the iconic Ebenezer Scrooge.

After 36 days of relentless protest, Bangladesh brought an end to fifteen years of autocratic rule. On August 5, Sheikh Hasina fled the country in the face of a student-led mass uprising.

Singer Anusheh Anadil, whose renditions of songs such as "Tomar Ghore" and "Ghate Lagiya Dinga" made her one of the most recognisable voices in Bangladeshi folk fusion, quietly disappeared from the music scene at the peak of her career.

For filmmaker Rubaiyat Hossain, “The Difficult Bride” is more than a psychological horror film. It is the culmination of nearly two decades of writing, years of meticulous preparation, and a childhood memory that refused to fade.

Pakistani singer Atif Aslam has arrived in Dhaka ahead of the “Shah Cement Presents Main Stage Show Featuring Atif Aslam”, putting an end to days of speculation surrounding the much-anticipated concert. The artiste landed in the capital on July 22 and today attended his first-ever press conference in Bangladesh, where he interacted with members of the local media ahead of the show.

Global music company Warner Music Group (WMG) has expressed interest in collaborating with Bangladeshi band Chirkutt, marking what the band describes as the first time the company has formally engaged with music from Bangladesh.

The psychological horror film will have its world premiere at the festival, which will be held in Venice, Italy, from September 2 to 12.

The festival was originally scheduled to take place last month to mark the 127th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam but was postponed due to unavoidable circumstances.

She has stayed away from showbiz for several years, yet in America she continues to host programmes on a regular basis.

Legendary actress Babita, one of the most celebrated stars of the subcontinent, is set to celebrate her birthday on July 30. To mark the occasion, journalist Ovi Moinuddin has spearheaded a special musical tribute dedicated to the actress, overseeing the project from conception to completion.

Ziaul Faruq Apurba is all set to showcase another side of his artistic talent as he prepares for a solo concert in the United States.

Singer-songwriter Bappa Mazumder, whose career has spanned more than three decades, will be honoured at a special musical evening titled “Celebrating Bappa Mazumder”, to be held tomorrow (July 24) at Jatrabiroti in Banani.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has become the latest celebrity to voice his support for the CJP-led student protest. In recent days, several Bollywood figures have publicly backed the movement, calling on the government to pay attention to the concerns raised by young people.

Sumaiya Shimu has spent two decades winning the hearts of audiences. She began her career with serials such as “Lolita”, aired on Ekushey TV, and “Swapnochura”, aired on Banglavision. Despite continued demand from viewers, she stepped away from acting for nearly five years, working only occasionally on OTT project directed by Nuhash Humayun. Now, she is set to return to television with Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz's upcoming serial “Fire Ashar Golpo”.

The "Shah Cement Presents Main Stage Show Featuring Atif Aslam" is expected to attract thousands of music enthusiasts, making it one of the most anticipated live entertainment events of the season.