Actor Rashed Mamun Apu, whose films “Daagi” and “Jongli” hit theatres this Eid, described the festive season as a significant milestone for Bangladeshi cinema.
The world has changed, and with it, so has Eid. Yet, paradoxically, technology is bringing back the very elements we thought we had lost.
A special cover of Rising Stars where we look back at how Eid has changed for us over the years.
To make this time somewhat more enjoyable, here are a few movies you can watch with your family.
Muslims across Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow (Monday) after a month of fasting
Eid in Dhaka is always vibrant, and this year, the festive cheer is set to grow brighter with stars like Shajal Noor sharing their holiday spirit. The actor spoke to The Daily Star ahead of the celebrations, reflecting on the joy this season brings.
While not your conventional Eid dish, for those looking for a healthy touch to almost everything they eat, these are interesting additions. Eid celebrations are incomplete without a feast, and these delicious leafy dishes bring a unique twist to traditional meals.
Kumkum Rahman grew up in Dhaka. As part of the generation of the ’70s, she has recollections of a relatively quaint city, free from the hustle and bustle of the present day. Among her most treasured memories are those of Ramadan in the metropolis, but what remains etched in her heart is the joy of Eid in a bygone era.
To bring back confidence, the rule of law must be established.
Workers who came to the capital or stayed back to earn some extra cash during the Eid-ul-Azha thronged Gabtoli and nearby areas for buses
Eid-ul-Azha was one of the most-awaited, yet fearsome, events of my childhood.
The traditional exchange of 'salami' or Eid money, has evolved to include a range of digital gifts, making it easier and more exciting to share the joy of the festive season.
Amidst the festive celebrations, exquisite dishes and beautiful decorations, most of us often overlook the strenuous invisible labour of women.
Animals in Bangladesh are losing their homes because people are taking over their spaces.
At around 2 AM he was awoken by the sound of Shahidun’s sniveling cries on her prayer mat. As grating as it might have sounded, he felt grateful for it to have woken him up.
Here is a list of 5 short and swift books for fellow bookworms (people who would much rather stay in than socialise) to nestle in with on this Eid day.
Why is Ramadan sometimes 29 days long and sometimes 30 days long?
Although this tends to happen in almost every salon visit, the festive season brings out the best of their rather unconventional selling methods.
Whether it’s a friend or a family member, why not use Eid as an excuse to catch up? Let bygones be bygones and move forward with a fresh start.
