For most of film and television history, supporting characters existed with a clear narrative function: assist the protagonist, provide comic relief, move the plot forward, and quietly exit when the hero’s journey took centre stage. They were memorable, sometimes even beloved, but rarely powerful enough to reshape the story’s structure. Yet the modern entertainment landscape, particularly in the age of sprawling franchises and long-form streaming series, has begun to shift that balance.

The trailer of the upcoming web film “Ekshathe Alada” was unveiled yesterday (March 8) across the social media platforms of Hoichoi, ahead of its scheduled premiere on March 19 during Eid-ul-Fitr.

A documentary titled “Maayer Daak” is being made on the crisis and struggles of women from families of individuals who have been disappeared over the past one and a half decades.

A number of films are gearing up for release during Eid-ul-Fitr. As part of a special series tracking the progress of upcoming Eid releases, filmmakers are sharing updates about their projects. Yesterday, director Mehedi Hasan Hridoy spoke about his film “Rakkhosh”.

Women are narrating their spirals, heartbreaks and burnouts. They speak directly into front cameras, unfiltered and mid-thought.

The day has been celebrated for many years, when women speak about their rights and independence. In that spirit, four actresses shared their thoughts on Women’s Day with The Daily Star.

For much of cinematic history, women have been permitted to suffer beautifully. They mourn, endure, forgive, and sacrifice. What they have rarely been allowed to do—at least without consequence—is rage. Female anger has often been framed as instability, hysteria, or moral decline, something to be corrected or contained before it threatens the social order.

The first look of the much-anticipated Eid-ul-Fitr film “Domm” has been unveiled, hinting at a tense narrative filled with mystery and survival.

Amid uncertainty over who will control Lyari, Ranveer Singh’s Hamza steps forward, engaging in a series of intense action sequences.

The one-and-a-half-minute preview of the film was released yesterday evening. Rather than calling it a teaser, the filmmaker described it as the film’s “First Whistle”.

Actors Tom Felton and Daniel Radcliffe, best known for portraying rivals Draco Malfoy and Harry Potter in the “Harry Potter” film series, recently reunited in New York to celebrate Radcliffe’s latest Broadway performance.

The film “Ali”, starring actor Irfan Sajjad, is set to release on an OTT platform following its theatrical run.

The upcoming Eid will be a great reprieve for everyone, especially couples in Showbiz, who have trouble getting to spend prolonged amounts of time together, due to their busy schedule. We spoke to some of the most renowned young couples in the industry for their plans.

“I’ve always spent my birthdays with my family,” she said with a smile. “This year was no different. I enjoy keeping the day simple and close to the people who matter most.”

Jackson is widely regarded as one of the defining filmmakers of contemporary fantasy cinema. His “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy (2001–2003) became a global phenomenon, earning nearly $3 billion at the box office and winning 17 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director for “The Return of the King”.

The global star joins a list of presenters that includes Robert Downey Jr, Anne Hathaway, Paul Mescal, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Will Arnett, according to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

While some old halls may undergo temporary renovations to meet demand, issues like poor management and the persistent threat of piracy—both locally and during international releases—remain significant hurdles.

The controversy centres on the naming of the late filmmaker Tareque Masud and cinematographer Abdul Latif Bachchu for the lifetime achievement award—despite rules requiring recipients to be alive—as well as a dispute over the screenplay credit for the film “Roktojoba”.

The first look of Tanim Noor’s upcoming film “Bonolota Express”, set for release this Eid-ul-Fitr, has been unveiled, drawing interest from audiences. Based on Humayun Ahmed’s popular story “Kichukhon”, the film earlier released its official poster before revealing the new glimpse.

The image shows Kratos, played by Ryan Hurst, standing in a forest while watching his son Atreus, portrayed by Callum Vinson, practise archery.