A Bangladeshi television drama has crossed borders, gaining attention among Pakistani viewers alongside its growing popularity at home. Titled “Eta Amaderi Golpo” (This Is Our Story), the series was created with inspiration from the popular Pakistani drama “Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum” and has sparked widespread discussion since its release.

Veteran Bangladeshi film actor Ilias Javed passed away today at around 12:00pm at his residence in Uttara. He had been suffering from illness for a long time. His death was confirmed to The Daily Star by Apurba Rana, joint secretary general of the Bangladesh Film Directors’ Association.

The winners were announced on the closing day of the festival, where “Saatao” emerged as the top film in its category. The film has previously been screened at several national and international festivals and has received multiple accolades over the years.

After decades of artistic achievement, Abul Hayat continues to write; not out of obligation or ambition, but for the enduring joy that words bring him.

The Berlin International Film Festival has announced the competition lineup for its 76th edition, revealing a programme that blends politically charged cinema, intimate character studies and star-driven features from across the world.

“Sinners,” directed by Ryan Coogler of “Black Panther” fame, is a period horror drama set in the segregated American South. It stars Michael B. Jordan as twin brothers battling both supernatural and human evil in 1930s Mississippi. He is widely expected to earn a best actor nomination.

Director Nasir Khandaker said, “This award is a tribute to the hard work and passion of our entire team. It encourages us to keep experimenting with the power of sound in movies.”

In his application, Khan clarified that the circumstances and structural framework under which he had previously resigned remain unchanged.

In an unprecedented move for Bengali cinema, advance tickets for the upcoming film “DeSu7” have gone on sale 10 months before its theatrical release, marking a first for the industry. The film reunites popular on-screen pair Dev and Subhashree Ganguly on the big screen after nearly a decade.

Rabindranath Tagore’s celebrated short story “Shasti”, previously adapted for the screen by Chashi Nazrul Islam in 2004, is set to return in a new cinematic form—this time reimagined for a contemporary audience.

In addition to these projects, Chowdhury completed shooting for Raihan Rafi’s “Andhar” quite some time ago, and the film is now awaiting release. “I believe it’s going to be another strong piece of work,” he said.

That shift, Damon argued, is now shaping how Netflix wants films made. He described the traditional action-film model: three major set pieces—one in each act, with the biggest saved for the finale. But Netflix, he said, is pushing for spectacle up front.

Pori Moni and Chanchal Chowdhury are set to collaborate for the first time in a film inspired by Rabindranath Tagore’s short story “Shasti”.

Actress Nidra Neha has completed shooting for a new film titled “Kalo Biral”.

The event began at 4pm at the National Museum, with Jalal Ahmed, chairman of the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission, presiding over the ceremony.

Actor Rashed Mamun Apu has been keeping busy in showbiz, particularly in Dhallywood, where he has delivered a string of notable performances over the past few years, earning audience appreciation. Alongside films, he has remained active in web series and web films, steadily strengthening his career through varied roles.

This act offers new hope—a hope strong enough for a Dutch expatriate like Nur to choose staying back home. Amidst the many criticisms of the “capture” of July by different vested groups, hope is exactly what we need at this point.

Roy not only wrote the screenplay but also appeared in a major role. Long before her Booker Prize fame, she drew heavily on her own years at the School of Planning and Architecture in Delhi, turning student life into story. “In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones” was her first screenplay.

Putting an end to viewers’ long wait, the popular family game show “Family Feud Bangladesh” is set to return to television, once again hosted by musician and actor Tahsan Khan.

Sabuj Khan’s Bangladeshi film “Behula Dorodi”, starring Fazlur Rahman Babu, Reshma Ahmed and Ashraful Ashish, will have its premiere at the festival today. The festival will conclude today with the announcement of winners and an award-giving ceremony.