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Even stars want to be called actors now: Pankaj Tripathi

As the distinction between the North and South diminishes and the Bollywood entertainment industry integrates, many actors are exploring opportunities in diverse linguistic contexts. Nevertheless, despite possessing a nationwide fan following and impressive filmography, actor Pankaj Tripathi has articulated his rationale for refraining from projects in languages other than Hindi. Speaking at a masterclass during the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), he elaborated on his decision saying, “due to the language barrier.”

#Arts / Our theatre scene and its present challenges

Theatre has a rich history in Bangladesh. Like many other art forms, it combines social commentary and dialogue with skilful acting and narratives to reach audiences. With the advent of various entertainment platforms and given Bangladesh's limited approach to performative arts, theatre has progressed, but still has a long way to go to overcome multiple obstacles standing in its way.

Movie / Shah Rukh Khan: the last of the stars

Nobody else could illustrate SRK’s stardom more accurately. 

The pursuit of theatre

The world of theatre is accessible yet not a simple one to get into.

Shilpa Shetty's book on nutrition to release in November

Actress Shilpa Shetty says she has finished writing her book on nutrition, and that it will release in November.

November 25, 2023
November 25, 2023

Even stars want to be called actors now: Pankaj Tripathi

As the distinction between the North and South diminishes and the Bollywood entertainment industry integrates, many actors are exploring opportunities in diverse linguistic contexts. Nevertheless, despite possessing a nationwide fan following and impressive filmography, actor Pankaj Tripathi has articulated his rationale for refraining from projects in languages other than Hindi. Speaking at a masterclass during the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), he elaborated on his decision saying, “due to the language barrier.”

May 14, 2023
May 14, 2023

Our theatre scene and its present challenges

Theatre has a rich history in Bangladesh. Like many other art forms, it combines social commentary and dialogue with skilful acting and narratives to reach audiences. With the advent of various entertainment platforms and given Bangladesh's limited approach to performative arts, theatre has progressed, but still has a long way to go to overcome multiple obstacles standing in its way.

December 15, 2022
December 15, 2022

Shah Rukh Khan: the last of the stars

Nobody else could illustrate SRK’s stardom more accurately. 

May 12, 2022
May 12, 2022

The pursuit of theatre

The world of theatre is accessible yet not a simple one to get into.

September 3, 2015
September 3, 2015

Shilpa Shetty's book on nutrition to release in November

Actress Shilpa Shetty says she has finished writing her book on nutrition, and that it will release in November.