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Azad Abul Kalam, president of the Actors' Equity, has expressed concern after hearing about these incidents.
Actress Jenna Ortega is preparing to step behind the camera for the first time, revealing she’s been quietly developing a personal script for nearly a decade. In a recent interview with V Magazine, the “Wednesday” star shared that the story, which she conceived at the beginning of her acting career, now feels ready to come to life.
When asked about his closest friendships in the industry, he paused briefly before saying, “There were many dear friends, though sadly many are no longer with us. Actor Alamgir remains a very close friend. We share a wonderful bond, often meeting at each other’s homes or offices and speaking almost daily. This friendship is very special to me.”
BTS member J-Hope has shared an update on the group’s anticipated reunion following the military discharge of RM, Suga, Jimin, V and Jungkook, who are set to complete their service this June.
"The Twist" singer Chubby Checker, pop star Cyndi Lauper and grunge rock band Soundgarden were among the acts chosen for induction this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Arbovirus has made a smashing return to the spotlight with the release of their new track “Purono Thikana”, the first single from their much-anticipated fourth studio album, “Nikhoj Shongbad”.
There’s no arrogance in his voice when he says it — just the quiet certainty of someone who knows that the real magic lies not in the destination, but in the journey itself. “And right now, for me, that journey is just beginning,” he concludes.
The case pertains to Rahman’s track “Veera Raja Veera” from the film “Ponniyin Selvan: II”, which the court noted was musically “identical” to “Shiva Stuti”, a devotional composition by the late Dhrupad maestros Ustad Nasir Faiyazuddin and Ustad Nasir Zahiruddin Dagar
Mondera Chakroborty, one of Dhallywood’s rising stars, made her film debut with the Gias Uddin Selim directorial period film “Kajol Rekha”, and garnered acclaim both in Bangladesh and internationally, giving her significant visibility in the industry.
The acclaimed play "Marx in Soho" is set to return to the stage once again. The performances will be held from May 1 to May 3 at 7pm each evening at the Nilima Ibrahim Auditorium of Bangladesh Mohila Samity in Dhaka.
Dr Shariful Islam, assistant professor at the Department of Media Communication and Journalism at North South University, is set to participate in the 78th Cannes Film Festival as an academic expert. The festival, one of the most prestigious gatherings in global cinema, will run from May 13 to 24 in Cannes, France.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for a total ban on Pakistani artistes from working in India, following the recent terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, which claimed 26 civilian lives. The attack has further heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.
Responding to the protest, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting released a notification on April 23 announcing the suspension of this requirement.
Bangladeshi film “Mastul” has won the Special Mention Award (Jury) from the Federation of Film Societies in Moscow.
Among the most featured actors, Khairul Basar stands out, starring in 15 projects that are being released one after another. So far, seven have premiered, including “Golper Naam Maya” directed by Shetu Arif, “Shohore Joto Rong” by Syed Shakil, “Manush Ki Bolbe” by Ashikur Rahman, “Payel” by Sayful Hafiz Khan, and “Jodi Amar How” by Serniabat Shawon, among others, while others are on the line.
Israel’s blatant human rights violations in Gaza, Hollywood appears to be deeply divided. While some speak out against the ongoing violence and the loss of innocent Palestinian lives, others label pro-Palestinian voices as “antisemitic” — referring to hatred toward Jews. As a result, several celebrities — including Melissa Barrera and Academy Award-winning actress Susan Sarandon — have faced backlash from Hollywood studios, with some even being fired or dropped by their agencies for expressing pro-Palestinian sentiments.
