TV & Film

TV & Film

How K-dramas became our favourite form of emotional escapism

There are few things as consistent as our unstable Wi-Fi, existential dread, and a go-to playlist of Korean dramas to cushion reality’s blows—especially for Gen Z, myself included. To love K-dramas is to willingly suspend disbelief, bask in a world where minor inconveniences spiral into grand epiphanies, and where misunderstandings are solved with monologues. The question is not why we watch K-dramas, but why, in a country that has its fair share of daily drama, we still crave more — and from 5,000 kilometres away, no less.

8h ago

Bollywood stars attending the 2025 Met Gala: SRK, Kiara, and more

The excitement surrounding the Met Gala is reaching its annual high, as the fashion world awaits one of its most glamorous nights. However, the anticipation in India is especially intense this year, with several of Bollywood’s brightest stars set to make an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala. From legends like Shah Rukh Khan to new-generation favourites like Kiara Advani, the event is shaping up to be a vibrant celebration of style, culture, and innovation.

12h ago

BTV to air ‘John Henry’ tonight to celebrate a workers' spirit

“John Henry” was written by playwright Zamiur Rahman Lemon in 1985, inspired by the song “Naam Tar Chilo John Henry” by artiste Hemanga Biswas. Lemon has now thus reimagined the play for television.

13h ago

Films that portray the lives of workers: Must-watch titles this May Day

International Workers’ Day, observed today, marks a historic day steeped in the struggles and sacrifices of workers across the world. Over the years, writers in every language have penned poems, novels, and stories about labour movements, while musicians have voiced their solidarity through songs. Equally powerful are the cinematic portrayals of working-class lives—films that go beyond mere entertainment to provoke thought and reflection.

13h ago

‘I spent the whole day shooting’: Rahmat Ali on his 66th birthday

Veteran Bangladeshi actor Rahmat Ali turned 66 yesterday (April 30), marking the milestone not with celebration, but by doing what he loves most- acting. The acclaimed stage, television, and film actor spent his birthday on the set of a Bangladesh Television (BTV) drama, alongside his wife and fellow actress Wahida Mallik Jolly.

13h ago

Aupee Karim to join ‘Binodon Saradin’ as special guest today

Maasranga Television’s popular programme “Binodon Saradin” celebrates a major milestone today with the broadcast of its 2000th episode

13h ago

Bangladeshi film ‘Not a Fiction’ wins top prize at Prague fest

Directed by Shah Newaz Khan Cju, “Not a Fiction” is a powerful cinematic document that boldly addresses the extrajudicial killings that have plagued Bangladesh’s landscape over the past two decades. Before it's Prague success, the film had already toured three Oscar-qualifying and two Canadian Screen Award-qualifying festivals.

1d ago

Pritom Hasan and Xefer come together for romantic web-film

The project is being directed by noted filmmaker Shihab Shaheen, and is expected to premiere soon on an OTT platform.

1d ago

How K-dramas became our favourite form of emotional escapism

There are few things as consistent as our unstable Wi-Fi, existential dread, and a go-to playlist of Korean dramas to cushion reality’s blows—especially for Gen Z, myself included. To love K-dramas is to willingly suspend disbelief, bask in a world where minor inconveniences spiral into grand epiphanies, and where misunderstandings are solved with monologues. The question is not why we watch K-dramas, but why, in a country that has its fair share of daily drama, we still crave more — and from 5,000 kilometres away, no less.

8h ago

Bollywood stars attending the 2025 Met Gala: SRK, Kiara, and more

The excitement surrounding the Met Gala is reaching its annual high, as the fashion world awaits one of its most glamorous nights. However, the anticipation in India is especially intense this year, with several of Bollywood’s brightest stars set to make an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala. From legends like Shah Rukh Khan to new-generation favourites like Kiara Advani, the event is shaping up to be a vibrant celebration of style, culture, and innovation.

12h ago

BTV to air ‘John Henry’ tonight to celebrate a workers' spirit

“John Henry” was written by playwright Zamiur Rahman Lemon in 1985, inspired by the song “Naam Tar Chilo John Henry” by artiste Hemanga Biswas. Lemon has now thus reimagined the play for television.

13h ago

Films that portray the lives of workers: Must-watch titles this May Day

International Workers’ Day, observed today, marks a historic day steeped in the struggles and sacrifices of workers across the world. Over the years, writers in every language have penned poems, novels, and stories about labour movements, while musicians have voiced their solidarity through songs. Equally powerful are the cinematic portrayals of working-class lives—films that go beyond mere entertainment to provoke thought and reflection.

13h ago

‘I spent the whole day shooting’: Rahmat Ali on his 66th birthday

Veteran Bangladeshi actor Rahmat Ali turned 66 yesterday (April 30), marking the milestone not with celebration, but by doing what he loves most- acting. The acclaimed stage, television, and film actor spent his birthday on the set of a Bangladesh Television (BTV) drama, alongside his wife and fellow actress Wahida Mallik Jolly.

13h ago

Aupee Karim to join ‘Binodon Saradin’ as special guest today

Maasranga Television’s popular programme “Binodon Saradin” celebrates a major milestone today with the broadcast of its 2000th episode

13h ago

Bangladeshi film ‘Not a Fiction’ wins top prize at Prague fest

Directed by Shah Newaz Khan Cju, “Not a Fiction” is a powerful cinematic document that boldly addresses the extrajudicial killings that have plagued Bangladesh’s landscape over the past two decades. Before it's Prague success, the film had already toured three Oscar-qualifying and two Canadian Screen Award-qualifying festivals.

1d ago

Pritom Hasan and Xefer come together for romantic web-film

The project is being directed by noted filmmaker Shihab Shaheen, and is expected to premiere soon on an OTT platform.

1d ago

Actors Equity’s president expresses concern on lawsuits and attacks against artistes

Azad Abul Kalam, president of the Actors' Equity, has expressed concern after hearing about these incidents.

1d ago

Jenna Ortega eyes directorial debut with long-nurtured script

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.

1d ago