Dhallywood

Popy set to comeback with 'Direct Action'

Sadika Parvin Popy, the three-time National Film Award-winning actress, whose whereabouts have been a bit of a mystery to the film industry lately, is now gearing up to make an appearance and reconnect with her audience. 

I want to return as leading actress: Mahiya Mahi

Mahiya Mahi, a renowned actress in the Dhallywood industry, took a hiatus for marriage and motherhood. However, following her separation from her second husband, she is now preparing to make a comeback to the screen.

Chanchal Chowdhury receives award from Parambrata Chattopadhyay

Two distinguished actors hailing from the two Bengals—one from Bangladesh and the other from India—are making waves in the Bengali film industry. The talents in question are Chanchal Chowdhury and Parambrata Chattopadhyay. Both celebrated for their exceptional acting prowess, recently crossed each other’s paths. 

'Toofan' breaks new ground in Sydney theatres

Raihan Rafi's latest film, “Toofan”, starring Dhallywood’s megastar Shakib Khan, has been creating a buzz in Sydney, Australia. From the first day onward, every showing of the movie played to a full house.

Pori Moni to resume Eid sacrifices at FDC if friendly atmosphere assured

Pori Moni, a prominent actress in Dhallywood, has surprised everyone by offering her first sacrifice at the Film Development Corporation (FDC) during Eid-ul-Azha in 2016. This tradition has continued for six consecutive years, with the actress sacrificing for her colleagues at FDC, earning her high praise for her commitment to this act.

Late actor Manna’s son to make silver screen debut this year

Siam Illtemash, the son of the legendary late actor Manna who brought Bangladesh's silver screen into the limelight, is all set to jazz up the screen just like his father. He is set to make his mark in Dhallywood. 

Swastika Mukherjee and Sariful Razz to pair up for new film

Earlier in September of last year, small screen producer Himu Akram announced Indian actress Swastika Mukherjee as the lead for his upcoming film “Altabanu Josna Dekheni”. However, her male counterpart remained undisclosed until now.

Nominations for Film Artistes Association election to open this month

The Bangladesh Film Artistes Association (BFAA) will kick off the sale of nomination forms for its upcoming elections on March 30, which will run until 4 pm on March 31.

I did not ‘secretly’ leave the country, don’t spread rumours: Shabnur

After an extended hiatus, Shabnur roared back into the Dhallywood scene with the declaration of her new film. She announced her return to acting, with Arafat Hossain’s film “Rongona” as her comeback.

June 6, 2016
June 6, 2016

Check out Shakib’s menacing “Shikari” look

This Eid, fans can expect the unexpected from the ‘No.1’ star of Dhallywood films, as promised by the second teaser poster of his upcoming film “Shikari”.

May 25, 2016
May 25, 2016

Actress Mahiya Mahi ties the knot

Dhallywood heartthrob Mahia Mahi has tied the knot – with a businessman of Sylhet who she describes as “a simple and ordinary man just as she always wanted.”

May 5, 2016
May 5, 2016

Tisha, Arifin talk about film Ostitto

Popular stars Arifin Shuvoo and Nusrat Imrose Tisha join hands for the first time as a romantic couple in Ostitto, a film that would hit the theatres across the country on Friday.

April 18, 2016
April 18, 2016

'Nekabborer Mohaproyan' now nominated for national film awards 2014

The Bengali film “Brihannala” which was announced earlier as the best film for 2014 by the Ministry of Information will no more be regarded as the “best film” for the said year.

March 31, 2016
March 31, 2016

[WATCH] Celebrating the life of Diti

Very few know that the talented actress actually aspired to become a singer. But she established herself as one of the most loved actress both on television and silver screen.

March 21, 2016
March 21, 2016

Actress Diti laid to rest

Famed Bangladeshi actress Parveen Sultana Diti was laid to rest in Sonargaon of Narayanganj next to her parents in a family graveyard.

January 26, 2016
January 26, 2016

Actress Diti’s condition unchanged

One of the most beloved actresses in Bangladesh, Parveen Sultana Diti who has been diagnosed with brain cancer has been brought back to Dhaka from India and admitted to United Hospital in Gulshan.

December 5, 2015
December 5, 2015

[WATCH NOW] Rubel returns with bigger, tougher looks!

When you think about a martial arts hero of Hollywood, you think of Bruce Lee. Likewise, when you think of a martial arts hero of Dhallywood—the name of Rubel pops up.

December 4, 2015
December 4, 2015

Mim's Kolkata success story

Bidya Sinha Mim, a popular TV actress of our time, has also ventured into cinema, and has found success in Dhallywood.

November 28, 2015
November 28, 2015

Bobby For the fans

Bobby is an established star in the Dhallywood film industry, proving the versatility of her talents time and time again. Although she has been in the industry for only half a decade, she has hit it big with producers and directors, acting alongside all the big names of recent times. Star Showbiz met with her and discussed her future plans, along with a few heart to hearts as well.