Israeli producer of 'Tehran' TV series found dead in Athens hotel, police officials say

Body discovered after relative made failed attempts to reach her
2 hour(s) ago

Valentine’s short ‘Mystery In Bloom’ premieres tomorrow on Bongo

Unlike traditional love stories, "Mystery In Bloom" focuses on presence and emotional resonance. The director, whose previous work, “The Road to My Father,” earned selections at 10 international film festivals, brings a blend of Swedish and Bangladeshi cultural sensibilities to this production.
3 hour(s) ago

Sushmita Chatterjee on working with Siam in ‘Rakkhosh’

West Bengal actors Jyotirmoyee Kundu and Sushmita Chatterjee are set to make their Dhallywood debuts this Eid-ul-Fitr. While Jyotirmoyee recently spoke about acting opposite Shakib Khan in “Prince”, Sushmita has now opened up about her experience working with Siam Ahmed in the upcoming action-romance “Rakkhosh”.
6 hour(s) ago

Anil Kapoor credits ‘insecurity’ for his relentless energy

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor has revealed that the secret behind his seemingly boundless energy may actually be rooted in insecurity.
6 hour(s) ago

Kakababu franchise expands with fifth film ‘Bhoyongkor Sundor’

The film will be set in Kashmir, against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains, blue lakes and sweeping valleys — terrain that promises both visual spectacle and hidden intrigue.
7 hour(s) ago

Partha Barua’s new solo ‘Mukhosh’ strips away the facade

After more than four decades in Bangladesh’s band music scene, Partha Barua has released the title track of his first original solo album, “Mukhosh” — a project years in the making.
7 hour(s) ago

Berlinale filmmakers make creative leaps over location obstacles

As ever the Berlin Film Festival is offering viewers a window into stories from across the world -- but what to do when filmmakers face obstacles in working in the countries that their stories come from?
8 hour(s) ago

Mostafizur Noor Imran makes directorial debut with ‘Djinner Bachcha’

A new horror film titled “Djinner Bachcha” is set to premiere on Chorki on February 19. Billed as a Chorki exclusive, the film promises a chilling story built around an unsettling question: why does a jinn’s child appear inside a human household?
8 hour(s) ago

Tania Brishty’s health update after brain tumour surgery

Following a complex operation lasting approximately four hours, doctors were able to remove the tumour from her body. She is currently under close observation and will remain under medical supervision for the next 24 hours.
8 hour(s) ago

Rubaiyat Hossain’s ‘The Difficult Bride’ wins €80,000 grant at Berlin

“The Difficult Bride” is produced by François d’Artemare (France), Anna Katchko (Germany), Pedro Borges (Portugal), Ingrid Lill Høgtun (Norway) and Hossain (Bangladesh). Production companies include France’s Les Films de l’Après-midi, Germany’s Tandem Productions, Portugal’s Midas Filmes, Norway’s Barentsfilm AS and Bangladesh’s Khona Talkies.
9 hour(s) ago

Tuning into the psychedelic vibes of Shonar Bangla Circus

After a long gap following “Hyena Express”, released in 2020, the indie rock band Shonar Bangla Circus has returned with a dual studio album featuring 17 tracks earlier this month.
9 hour(s) ago

An Empire of Feeling: On Farzana Ahmed Urmi’s ‘Witnessing to My Own Absence’

“Death is a metaphor for life. We usually live to the fullest because we will die soon. If death is always a part of our life, then why do we die each day?” — Farzana Ahmed Urmi
15 February 2026, 18:52 PM

Tania Brishty diagnosed with brain tumour, undergoes surgery

Considering her current physical condition, a statement has been issued on her behalf from the hospital. It requests that she not be disturbed with calls or messages regarding shooting schedules or work commitments during this period of illness. The statement adds that she requires complete rest and medical care, and that she will personally get in touch with everyone once she has recovered.
15 February 2026, 18:44 PM

‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’ hits one million views in 35 minutes

The 30th episode premiered on the Cinemawala YouTube channel on Friday at 3:00pm, after being postponed by a day due to the national election. Within just over half an hour, the episode surpassed the one-million mark, according to the platform’s live view counter.
15 February 2026, 15:45 PM

Priyanka Gope to lend voice to Tapan Chowdhury’s latest composition

The track, titled “Kotodin Hoyni Dekha”, is written by Tapan Chowdhury and noted lyricist Kabir Bakul. Chowdhury has composed the melody, while Ujjal Sinha is in charge of the musical arrangement. The recording is scheduled to take place in the coming days.
15 February 2026, 15:41 PM

Dhanush faces legal notice as production house seeks ₹20 crore over stalled film

According to a report by OneIndia Tamil, the issue relates to a film titled “Naan Rudran”, which the actor allegedly agreed to star in and direct in 2016. The notice claims that although the makers accepted later changes to the plan, the actor did not provide the full screenplay, causing the project to remain incomplete for years.
15 February 2026, 12:06 PM

‘Wuthering Heights’ tops Friday box office with $11m on opening day

“Wuthering Heights” led the North American box office on Friday, outperforming fellow new releases “GOAT” and “Crime 101” to secure the top position.
15 February 2026, 11:34 AM

Many assume I live abroad, that's not true: Sumaiya Shimu

After a long break from acting, Shimu returned in January last year with Nuhash Humayun’s anthology web series “Dui Shaw”. Her performance in the series was well received.
15 February 2026, 11:09 AM

The many meanings of love through celebrities’ eyes

The definition of love varies from person to person. To some, love means trust; to others, it means dependence. Celebrities, too, have shared diverse opinions on what love means to them. Let us take a look at what they have said
14 February 2026, 20:00 PM

Defining love, trust, respect: Power couples of showbiz

While stories of broken marriages often make headlines, there are equally inspiring examples of couples who have spent years under the same roof in love and harmony. Several star couples have been together in enduring affection for decades. This Valentine’s Day, we spotlight four such couples who exemplify such love.
14 February 2026, 18:58 PM