Turkish historical series ‘Sultan Salahuddin Ayyubi’ to premiere in Bangla

Bangladeshi viewers will soon be able to watch the acclaimed Turkish historical series “Kudüs Fatihi Selahaddin Eyyubi” in Bangla. The dubbed version, titled “Sultan Salahuddin Ayyubi”, will premiere on August 2 through a joint initiative by Nagorik TV and Bongo.
1 July 2026, 13:52 PM

BFDC election: No star candidates, but FDC canteen thrives

Campaigning by two panels is in full swing at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) ahead of the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association election for the 2026–28 term.
1 July 2026, 13:22 PM

Bhabna-starrer ‘King: In the Land of the Princess’ heads to Kazan Int’l Film Festival

Following its screening at the 48th Moscow International Film Festival, Bangladeshi feature film “King: In the Land of the Princess” is now set to travel to Russia’s 22nd Kazan International Film Festival, scheduled to take place from September 4 to 8. The film is directed by Asif Islam.
1 July 2026, 12:39 PM

Inside Lokkhikunjo: The home where Nayak Raj Razzak still lives in memory

Nearly a decade has passed since we lost Nayak Raj Razzak, yet his presence continues to be felt across Bangladesh. The legendary actor, who helped shape and enrich Dhallywood, remains one of the most beloved figures in the country's cinematic history. He captivated generations of audiences and earned countless accolades, including the Independence Award and several National Film Awards.
1 July 2026, 10:00 AM

Sunny Deol, Akshaye Khanna face off in Netflix’s legal drama ‘Ikka’

Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for “Ikka”, offering a first look at an intense legal drama led by Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna.
30 June 2026, 12:43 PM

How cinema shaped today’s favourite aesthetics

At first glance, they appear to describe little more than clothing styles or interior design preferences. In reality, they function as something much larger: complete cultural identities.
30 June 2026, 12:08 PM

New Bangla-dubbed microdrama arrives on DeeptoPlay

The Bangla-dubbed microdrama “The Little Lucky Star”, titled “Shoubhagger Chhotto Tara” in Bangla, will premiere on OTT platform Deepto Play today. It marks the fourth Bangla-dubbed microdrama to be released on the platform.
30 June 2026, 11:14 AM

Simply sitting with him was an education: Tariq Anam Khan

As artists and admirers across the country remember his extraordinary life and legacy, actor Tariq Anam Khan reflects on the mentor, polymath and generous soul whose influence shaped generations of creative minds.
29 June 2026, 20:00 PM

'The Family Man' Season 4 in the works with continuation of Srikanth's story

Fans of "The Family Man" have received a major update, with the creators confirming that a fourth season of the hit spy thriller is officially in development.
29 June 2026, 12:55 PM

‘Michael’ becomes highest-grossing biopic

The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" has become the highest-grossing biographical film in cinema history, surpassing Christopher Nolan's Oscar-winning "Oppenheimer" at the global box office.
29 June 2026, 12:47 PM

Payment dispute between Parsa Evana and Farhad Ahmed Ishan goes public

A payment dispute between actress Parsa Evana and director Farhad Ahmed Ishan has spilled into the public, with both sides levelling allegations over unpaid remuneration and professional conduct.
29 June 2026, 12:40 PM

‘Ispahani Mirzapore Banglabid’ returns with seventh season

Ispahani Group directors Zahida Ispahani and Mirza Ahmed Ispahani were also present. Judges Anisul Hoque, Tropa Majumdar, and Professor Tariq Manzoor from Department of Bangla, University of Dhaka attended alongside Ispahani Tea Limited officials.
28 June 2026, 11:57 AM

Abul Hayat lauds Khairul Basar’s portrayal of Jibanananda Das

One of the most talked-about releases of Eid-ul-Azha, “Bonolata Sen” continues its run in cinemas. A special screening of the film was held on Friday (June 26) evening at Centrepoint Cineplex in Uttara, drawing a host of distinguished personalities from the country’s cultural and public spheres.
28 June 2026, 11:30 AM

Dev to host new season of ‘Dadagiri’

Bengali superstar Dev is set to take over as the host of the popular game show “Dadagiri”, marking the end of Sourav Ganguly’s long-running stint at the helm of one of Bengali television’s most successful reality programmes.
27 June 2026, 14:22 PM

Mim gets emotional at ‘Lifeline’ special screening

Many guests praised the film’s story, direction and performances. Alongside Mim and Rezwan Parvez, Akhomo Hasan received special appreciation for his role.
27 June 2026, 12:40 PM

The response to ‘Dorodia’ has been overwhelming: Tawsif Mahbub

Two of Tawsif Mahbub’s dramas “Dorodia” and “Warish”, released during Eid-ul-Azha, have received tremendous appreciation from audiences. His performance in the romantic drama “Dorodia” earned particular praise for portraying a character unlike any he had played before, while “Warish”, in which he played the role of an elder brother, further strengthened his popularity.
26 June 2026, 16:28 PM

Daisy Edgar-Jones to lead new adaptation of ‘Sense and Sensibility’

Daisy Edgar-Jones is set to bring one of Jane Austen’s most beloved heroines to life in a new adaptation of “Sense and Sensibility”. The first trailer for the upcoming film was released yesterday (June 25), offering audiences a glimpse of the latest retelling of the literary classic.
26 June 2026, 12:40 PM

Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s ‘Hawa’ and ‘Roid’ screen together at Star Cineplex

Audiences will have the opportunity to watch two of director Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s acclaimed films on the big screen as “Hawa” and “Roid” are set for a joint theatrical run at Star Cineplex from today.
26 June 2026, 12:35 PM

Film Artistes’ Association election set for July 3

The Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association will hold its biennial election on July 3, with voting scheduled from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC).
26 June 2026, 12:21 PM

SRK celebrates 34 years in Bollywood in Mangalore

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan marked 34 remarkable years in the film industry with a memorable homecoming to Mangalore, delighting thousands of fans at a special event in Karnataka.
26 June 2026, 11:19 AM