Interview
Centre Stage / Kazi Ruksana Begum
Rafi Hossain: How did you get associated with the Tower Hamlet’s Season of Bangla Drama?
chit-chat / BIJORI
I can’t describe myself in just three words. But, I would say I’m emotional, sensitive, full of life and moody.
Jaya Ahsan
This is a very special film. I was able to see life from a different perspective through it. A chance to play such an amazing character doesn’t come often, so I consider this as a big achievement.
Cover Story / The odyssey of Beauty & Fame
Rafi Hossain: Thank you for giving us time, Mim. Are you currently very busy with the promotion of your film, ‘Shapludu’?
Plugged-in / Armeen Musa
Tell us something about yourself. The answer to that is very complicated. I would say I’m just someone searching for something. I don’t know what that thing is though, as of now.
Crosstalk: Of Arts & Culture
Rafi Hossain: Rafiqun Nabi sir, can you share your thoughts on the current state of art culture in our country?
Zafir huq
He is the lead guitarist of the band 'Nemesis'; he also worked as an advertiser at 'Grey Dhaka'. This week he shares bits and pieces of his journey with Star Showbiz.
I Could Not Have Asked for a Better Year - Puja Cherry
Puja Cherry is a perfect match to the saying – she came, she saw, she conquered! Three of her films spiralled through the country's cineplexes all over the year. The sensual diva already seems to have taken a firm grip on her career's steering wheel, as she boldly proved her caliber with 'Noorjahan', 'Poramon 2' and 'Dohon'. Her next film 'Prem Amar 2' is set to hit the big screens in the upcoming year.
I have never thought about anything outside of cricket : Rumana Ahmed (All-rounder/Captain ODI)
I work hard for success. This is actually an ordinary concept. For succeeding in life, one must work extremely hard. Although I have not fully succeeded yet, any good news pleases me immensely.
People Enjoy Watching Romantic Dramas - Tawsif Mahbub
This year went very well for me. I spent a lot of time with my family this year, that's why I didn't do many projects this year. My wife noticed that and told me to pay more attention to my work, as I had not been giving enough attention to my projects for the previous two or three months.
Victory Only Comes After Hardship - Maria Manda
Maria Manda, the talented midfielder is one of the best footballers in Bangladeshi women's football. She was the captain of the Bangladeshi under-15 team that won the 'South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Cup'.
Hard Work Increases Scope for Success - Liton Das
To me success is like a stairway I am climbing. I also see it as an inspiration to do more. Something that will make me more interested in doing something.
I Could Convert My Fear into My Strength - Anam Biswas
'Debi' has been in the watchlist of perhaps every single Bengali film lover in 2018. The screen adaptation of prominent author Humayun Ahmed's novel created a mass sensation before it was even released. Even though it starred actors like Jaya Ahsan and Chanchal Chowdhury, debutant director Anam Biswas did not fail to attract the spotlight, as his exquisite efforts behind the camera hardly went unnoticed.
Films Should Remain Beyond Contractual Confinements - Suborna Senjutee
The beginning half of the year 2018 had been rather stressful for me. I was not entirely sure of my plans and proceedings.
Songs are Only a Part of the Supreme Quintessence of Music - Rahul Ananda
One of the members of the infamous troupe 'Joler Gaan', Rahul Ananda holds his sincere expertise, be it writing lyrics, doing tunes or crafting musical instruments. He has been a long time member of the theatres as well. Band 'Joler Gaan' has now reached its 12th year of creating wondrous music that carries the smell of our motherland. And Rahul Ananda has been nominated as the singer under the spotlight for 2018.
'Debi' has changed multiple things in my life - Sabnam Faria
Sabnam Faria won the hearts of audiences with her very first drama. She never had to look back from then. Drama after drama, she has proven her excellence in acting as well as abundance of charisma.
