Rakshanda Rahman Misha

‘10 e 10’: Shibu hopes to disrupt the music industry

Shehab Shahariar, also known as Shibu—the upstart musician behind the song—shared how it all happened. “I was on a bus, heading home from university, when Hania Aamir posted my song. By the time I got home, I had 50 Instagram requests—something that had never happened to me before!”

1d ago

Enough is enough: Showbiz women clap back at virtual harassment

Whether an actor, athlete, singer, journalist, a corporate, or as a woman, they have to carry the burden of such acts regularly. Every form of abuse must be addressed. And in this era of technology, where it takes seconds to post a derogatory comment, the response should be just as swift. Clear rules are needed to ensure that accounts can be properly identified, regulated, and held accountable. Without this, we only empower abusers to continue.

1w ago

Theatre brought peace to my life: Nawshaba

There was a time when Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed found herself facing one of the most challenging phases of her life. In the middle of that chaos, theatre entered her world — offering a rare sense of hope and peace just when she needed it most.

2w ago

An icon that transcends music

Runa Laila has always been more than a legendary voice. She is an icon of beauty, style and charisma, someone whose influence has never faded. She still holds a special place in the hearts of young listeners. She is also one of the rare artistes who connects Bangladesh, India and Pakistan through her music, and reminds us why art crosses borders.

2w ago

I wanted to do it my own way: Tasnia Farin

Through her production house, the actress plans to fulfill her directorial vision. “Yes, I have plans to start with short content. I might begin with small projects, but at the end of the day, I have always had this passion to create my own work.”

3w ago

A sneak-peek into the unlikely pairing of Antik Mahmud and Dilara Zaman

Previously, Antik Mahmud had teamed up with the legendary Abul Hayat for a special animated video. This time, he is partnering with renowned actress Dilara Zaman, who will be lending her voice to a cartoon for the very first time. Interestingly, this unusual collaboration had been on Antik’s mind ever since he worked with Abul Hayat.

4w ago

Suave Sudip

The ever-charming Sudip Biswas Deep first won hearts with his powerful performance in the globally acclaimed series “Invisible Stories”. From the stage to the small and big screens, he has explored every medium with passion and depth. Now, he’s ready to surprise audiences once again with his Chorki debut, the flash fiction romantic comedy “Perfect Wife”.

1m ago

Renowned stars air concerns, share solutions

Once the pride of Bangladeshi entertainment, the television industry gave audiences timeless classics like “Kothao Keu Nei” and “Aaj Robibar”. At the time, BTV was the sole window into a world of stories that shaped generations. As private channels emerged, the number of television dramas soared, but their quality began to falter. Today, the industry finds itself struggling to restore its lost glory and stability.

1m ago
December 5, 2025
December 5, 2025

‘10 e 10’: Shibu hopes to disrupt the music industry

Shehab Shahariar, also known as Shibu—the upstart musician behind the song—shared how it all happened. “I was on a bus, heading home from university, when Hania Aamir posted my song. By the time I got home, I had 50 Instagram requests—something that had never happened to me before!”

November 29, 2025
November 29, 2025

Enough is enough: Showbiz women clap back at virtual harassment

Whether an actor, athlete, singer, journalist, a corporate, or as a woman, they have to carry the burden of such acts regularly. Every form of abuse must be addressed. And in this era of technology, where it takes seconds to post a derogatory comment, the response should be just as swift. Clear rules are needed to ensure that accounts can be properly identified, regulated, and held accountable. Without this, we only empower abusers to continue.

November 21, 2025
November 21, 2025

Theatre brought peace to my life: Nawshaba

There was a time when Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed found herself facing one of the most challenging phases of her life. In the middle of that chaos, theatre entered her world — offering a rare sense of hope and peace just when she needed it most.

November 17, 2025
November 17, 2025

An icon that transcends music

Runa Laila has always been more than a legendary voice. She is an icon of beauty, style and charisma, someone whose influence has never faded. She still holds a special place in the hearts of young listeners. She is also one of the rare artistes who connects Bangladesh, India and Pakistan through her music, and reminds us why art crosses borders.

November 15, 2025
November 15, 2025

I wanted to do it my own way: Tasnia Farin

Through her production house, the actress plans to fulfill her directorial vision. “Yes, I have plans to start with short content. I might begin with small projects, but at the end of the day, I have always had this passion to create my own work.”

November 7, 2025
November 7, 2025

A sneak-peek into the unlikely pairing of Antik Mahmud and Dilara Zaman

Previously, Antik Mahmud had teamed up with the legendary Abul Hayat for a special animated video. This time, he is partnering with renowned actress Dilara Zaman, who will be lending her voice to a cartoon for the very first time. Interestingly, this unusual collaboration had been on Antik’s mind ever since he worked with Abul Hayat.

November 1, 2025
November 1, 2025

Suave Sudip

The ever-charming Sudip Biswas Deep first won hearts with his powerful performance in the globally acclaimed series “Invisible Stories”. From the stage to the small and big screens, he has explored every medium with passion and depth. Now, he’s ready to surprise audiences once again with his Chorki debut, the flash fiction romantic comedy “Perfect Wife”.

October 18, 2025
October 18, 2025

Renowned stars air concerns, share solutions

Once the pride of Bangladeshi entertainment, the television industry gave audiences timeless classics like “Kothao Keu Nei” and “Aaj Robibar”. At the time, BTV was the sole window into a world of stories that shaped generations. As private channels emerged, the number of television dramas soared, but their quality began to falter. Today, the industry finds itself struggling to restore its lost glory and stability.

October 11, 2025
October 11, 2025

A match made in music: Putul and Reza’s story

The couple recently visited The Daily Star, complementing each other in coordinated outfits. Between interviews and photographs, they could not stop capturing moments of one another on their phones. Married for four years, they describe themselves as best friends who respect each other’s personal space while nurturing their shared world. Although deeply in love, they affectionately address each other using tui, a term that might sound a bit strange to others, but feels natural to them.

September 30, 2025
September 30, 2025

The art of performance

“We always try to stay updated with what’s happening globally in other award shows. First, we select the songs, then a professional editor helps us mix them.