Deepto TV has announced a week-long special programme to mark Eid-ul-Fitr, featuring a lineup of Bengali films, including three world premieres.
The Joy Filmfare Awards Bangla has officially announced its complete list of nominations, setting the stage for a grand celebration of Bengali cinema.
Sukorno Shahed Dhiman's upcoming web series “Feu”, set against the 1979 Marichjhapi massacre, explores the intersection of politics and humanity, shedding light on the brutal treatment of refugees.
West Bengal-based news outlet Anandabazar has recently published a report claiming that Ziaul Faruq Apurba, despite holding a valid Indian visa, missed the premiere of “Chalchitra” due to alleged death threats.
Renowned actor Chanchal Chowdhury has slammed rumours circulating in Indian media that claim he was detained at an airport and placed under house arrest. The report, published by West Bengal-based Sangbad Pratidin, alleges that Chanchal was stopped while travelling to New York and is now under surveillance.
The Bengali letter ‘Pett Kata Shaw’ translates to the ‘Split-Bellied Shaw.’ Despite its actual pronunciation being ‘Murdhanya-Sha,’ this quirky nickname is more widely used. Much like this letter’s unusual moniker, Bangladesh is home to a treasure trove of chilling folklore that leaves listeners with goosebumps.
From a reluctant actor to small-screen superstar, Niloy Alamgir’s journey has been nothing short of cinematic. Over the years, with unwavering determination, he has emerged as one of the most beloved television actors of his generation.
The actress, who began her journey as a child artiste, has always been passionate about dance, just as much as she is about acting. She was a ramp model and participated in Miss World Bangladesh in 2017. Despite her hectic schedule, Heme took some time to drop by The Daily Star for a photoshoot and to discuss her career, passions, and more.
The film “Devi” (2018) is an adaptation of a novel by celebrated author Humayun Ahmed. Helmed by director Anam Biswas, the movie featured Jaya Ahsan in a central role, while Chanchal Chowdhury portrays the character of Misir Ali. Additionally, the film showcased a noteworthy performance from television actress Sabnam Faria, who took on a key role in the film.
Fathers play a great role in a child’s life. They are the shadow, guide, and often the most reliable friend one can have. Commemorating International Father’s Day today, stars who have lost their father have expressed feelings that remain untold, and what they would say if they got another chance.
The trailer opens with a chilling voiceover from Chanchal Chowdhury, describing the titular character, Toofan, with the lines: "He is not humane, he is not savage either, Toofan is what he wanted to be…monster (rakkhosh)." This sets the tone for the dark and intense journey of Toofan, portrayed by Shakib Khan, from his adolescence to his rise as a notorious national-level criminal.
Over the past two years, no film featuring Shakib Khan has premiered outside the Eid season. This pattern has sparked criticism, with many speculating that Shakib avoids non-Eid releases out of fear of box office failure. True to form, Shakib Khan's latest movie, "Toofan”, is set to release this Eid-ul-Azha.
To promote the film, Kolkata star Mimi Chakraborty arrived in Dhaka early yesterday, having flown in from Kolkata the same afternoon. She attended a press conference held at a five-star hotel in the capital on Wednesday evening.
Shakib Khan's latest film, "Toofan”, is set to premiere on Eid-ul-Azha, and advance ticket sales began 10 days prior to the release. Remarkably, 40 percent of tickets for the initial days have already been sold.
Chanchal Chowdhury shared this information on his social handle, saying that the song titled “Tu Zinda Hain” will be revealed tomorrow at 10am as part of a surprise promotional campaign before the film’s release.
Srijit shared the good news on social media, congratulating the team on this achievement. He also personally shared the news with Chanchal Chowdhury.
Goutam Ghose recounted his first encounter with Chanchal Chowdhury. “I first saw Chanchal on stage,” Ghose revealed. “I was watching a play by the legendary theatre personality Mamunur Rashid, and I saw him (Chanchal) perform. There was a challenging role in 'Moner Manush,' and after seeing the play, I felt he would be perfect for it.”
As police officer Jahangir drives home, clutching a small glass bottle, his recent completion of a murder mystery assignment brings him no sense of triumph. Unbeknownst to SI Miraz, he is caught in a time loop, unsure of its destination. Shehzad, with his enigmatic persona, sets the stage, leading the audience seamlessly from a Bangladeshi web series' murder mystery to the realm of science fiction. I'm referring to the recent release of “Kaalpurush” on the OTT platform Chorki, a series quickly gaining acclaim for its adept fusion of murder mystery and sci-fi elements.
In the web-series, Tanzika plays the character of a housewife, Nova. “My character is unique and significant, offering ample opportunities to showcase my acting skills,” she described.
