TV & Film

TV & Film

Gias Uddin Selim’s ‘Perfect Wife’ to hit Chorki

Noted filmmaker Gias Uddin Selim returns to Chorki with the flash fiction romantic comedy movie “Perfect Wife.”

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Michael Fassbender to portray Joseph Kennedy Sr in Netflix’s new Kennedy family drama

Inspired by Fredrik Logevall’s acclaimed biography “JFK: Coming of Age in the American Century, 1917–1956,” the show traces the Kennedy family’s ascent through power, politics, and personal tragedy. Set in the 1930s, its first season follows Joe and Rose Kennedy and their nine children — including a young Jack Kennedy — as they navigate ambition, rivalry, and legacy in a rapidly changing America.

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Bapparaj and Dighi to star together for the first time in ‘Biday’

The film marks the first on-screen collaboration between veteran actor Bapparaj and young actress Dighi.

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‘Darkaak’ selected for Minsk International Film Festival Listspad 2025

Inspired by a short story by acclaimed writer Shahidul Zahir, the screenplay and dialogue for “Darkaak” (RAVEN) were written by Zayed Siddiki himself.

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Bollywood actor Govardhan Asrani, credited with over 350 films, no more

Though he started with supporting and serious roles, Asrani’s innate gift for comedy soon shone through. The 1970s and 1980s saw him emerge as a household name, portraying the endearing fool, the anxious clerk, and the witty sidekick with equal ease. His portrayal of the bumbling jailor parodying Hitler in “Sholay” (1975) remains one of the most memorable comic turns in Hindi film history.

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Bollywood's favourite romance still going strong after 30 years

India's longest-running film celebrates 30 years in the same cinema on Monday, a Bollywood romance so beloved that fans know it simply by its acronym "DDLJ". First released on 20 October, 1995, "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge", has been running daily at Mumbai's Maratha Mandir theatre since its debut.

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Jaya Ahsan reflects on her journey: ‘My dream role is still waiting’

Renowned actor Jaya Ahsan, who has made a name for herself across borders with multiple Filmfare Awards and acclaimed performances in both Bangladesh and India, recently opened up about her artistic journey, the lessons she has learned, and her hopes for the future of Bangladeshi cinema.

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Two-week film festival to celebrate Shah Rukh Khan’s 60th birthday

In a statement, Shah Rukh Khan reflected on the festival, “Cinema has always been my home, and watching these films return to the big screen feels like a heartwarming reunion. These movies belong as much to the audience as they do to me. I hope people relive the joy, the music, and the shared magic of these cinematic journeys.” Niharika Bijli, Lead Strategist at PVR INOX Ltd, echoed the excitement, “Shah Rukh Khan is more than a star — he’s a feeling. This festival is our way of celebrating his incredible legacy and the joy he’s brought to audiences over the years.”

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Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha welcome baby boy

Professionally, Parineeti was last seen in “Amar Singh Chamkila” (2024), opposite Diljit Dosanjh, who portrayed the titular Punjabi singer. The musical drama depicted the tragic love story of Chamkila and his wife, Amarjot Kaur, and also featured Apinderdeep Singh, Anjum Batra, Nisha Bano, and Kumud Mishra. The film is currently streaming on Netflix.

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Hollywood unites for ‘No Kings’ protests across the US

Oscar-winning filmmaker Spike Lee urged action on Instagram, sharing an image from the New York march with the caption: “Get up, stand up.” Jamie Lee Curtis posted a carousel of protest photos with the rallying words, “Democracy in ACTION!”

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‘Suraiya’ secures Berlinale World Cinema Fund for production

At the 42nd jury session of the Berlinale World Cinema Fund (WCF), twelve international film projects from Bangladesh, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Mexico, Panama, Sudan, Tunisia, Ukraine, and Venezuela have been selected for funding.

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Bollywood’s Khans reunite in Riyadh, calling each other ‘family’ at Joy Forum

Bollywood’s biggest stars — Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan — came together on Thursday at the “Joy Forum” in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where they shared the stage for a rare panel discussion celebrating their decades-long journeys in the Hindi film industry.

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Sir David Attenborough, 99, breaks record as oldest Daytime Emmy winner

Van Dyke, 98, previously made history in 2024 as the oldest actor to win a Daytime Emmy for his guest role in the daytime drama “Days of Our Lives.”

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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.

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Mahiya Mahi announces return to acting

Jaaz Multimedia announced yesterday that Mahi will star in a new action film called “Ontorjami”, directed by Saikat Nasir. After a long break from acting, Mahi will return to the big screen in this highly anticipated project.

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‘Delupi’ teaser hints at political intrigue

The teaser follows the recent official announcement of the film’s title last week, marking the next step in its promotional rollout.

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Sohel Rana returns to the mic with podcast ‘Ami Sohel Rana’

The series grows out of the warm response Rana received after joining Eyes On Studio’s special Eid programming earlier this year.

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Jim Carrey in talks to star in live-action ‘The Jetsons’ movie directed by Colin Trevorrow

Jim Carrey may soon be heading to space — the actor is in early talks to star in Warner Bros. Pictures’ live-action adaptation of “The Jetsons,” with Colin Trevorrow (Jurassic World Dominion) in discussions to direct, Variety has confirmed.

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