Tawsif Mahbub

This award renewed my confidence: Vicky Zahed

Experimenting with dark content has always been one of director Vicky Zahed’s strengths as a storyteller. This time, his web series “Chokro”, based on a dark yet real-life plot, earned him the Best Director (Series) award at Blender’s Choice – The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards this year.

Vicky Zahed brings flash fiction ‘Ondho Balok’ to Chorki

Vicky Zahed returns with a new mystery as his flash fiction “Ondho Balok” readies for release on Chorki at 12:01 am on September 18. Written by Nazim Ud Daula, the story blends love, fate, and the tension between belief and doubt, promising a fresh take on the director’s signature suspense.

Tawsif Mahbub shoots ‘Khowabnama’ scene with six live snakes

Actor Tawsif Mahbub endured a nerve-racking challenge for director Vicky Zahed’s upcoming drama “Khowabnama”, which blends thriller and supernatural elements. The newly released poster shows Tawsif lying in a grave, his body draped with snakes — a striking image that sparked disbelief among fans. To prove it was real, the actor shared behind-the-scenes footage showing live snakes being placed on him during the shoot.

Totini and Tawsif’s new family drama takes YouTube by storm

A light-hearted family drama titled “Beshi Bole Bulbuli” has taken YouTube by storm since its release on July 23, crossing half a million views within just 10 hours on CMV’s official channel. The drama features popular actors Totini and Tawsif Mahbub in lead roles, with direction by Rubel Hasan and a screenplay written by Mezbah Uddin Sumon.

Eid Special / For Tawsif, Eid defines who we are

For shopping and dining out, Tawsif prefers the convenience of paying by card. “It’s really hard carrying cash. With a card, you can buy anything, anywhere—it’s just more convenient,” he says.

Totini sustains head injury during drama shoot in Chattogram

Television actress Tanjim Saiyara Totini sustained a head injury while shooting for a drama in Chattogram yesterday evening. The incident occurred when a light stand on set fell on her head, prompting immediate hospitalisation.

Showbiz stars gear up for ‘Celebrity Champions Trophy’

After a two-year hiatus, Bangladesh’s showbiz stars are once again gearing up to take the field—this time with a new name and a fresh format. Ditching the previous title “Celebrity Cricket League” (CCL), the upcoming tournament has been rebranded as the “Celebrity Champions Trophy” (CCT), set to commence on May 5.

Showbiz stars’ Eid celebrations in photos

As Eid-ul-Fitr continues to be celebrated today, social media is buzzing with festive greetings. Celebrities from both film and television have also shared their warm wishes with fans. Let’s take a glimpse at how the stars are marking the occasion.

Tawsif-Bubly will perform together in ‘Ityadi’

As always, the special “Ityadi” Eid episode will be aired on Bangladesh Television on the night following Eid, right after the 8pm Bengali news. “Ityadi” is written, directed, and hosted by Hanif Sanket and produced by Fagun Audio Vision.

May 3, 2025
May 3, 2025

Showbiz stars gear up for ‘Celebrity Champions Trophy’

After a two-year hiatus, Bangladesh’s showbiz stars are once again gearing up to take the field—this time with a new name and a fresh format. Ditching the previous title “Celebrity Cricket League” (CCL), the upcoming tournament has been rebranded as the “Celebrity Champions Trophy” (CCT), set to commence on May 5.

March 31, 2025
March 31, 2025

Showbiz stars’ Eid celebrations in photos

As Eid-ul-Fitr continues to be celebrated today, social media is buzzing with festive greetings. Celebrities from both film and television have also shared their warm wishes with fans. Let’s take a glimpse at how the stars are marking the occasion.

March 23, 2025
March 23, 2025

Tawsif-Bubly will perform together in ‘Ityadi’

As always, the special “Ityadi” Eid episode will be aired on Bangladesh Television on the night following Eid, right after the 8pm Bengali news. “Ityadi” is written, directed, and hosted by Hanif Sanket and produced by Fagun Audio Vision.

March 21, 2025
March 21, 2025

The story of Old Dhaka’s Sutrapur explored in ‘Prem Bhai’

Set against the backdrop of Old Dhaka's Sutrapur, “Prem Bhai” sheds light on the unique struggles of this neighbourhood. Though there are various social issues in the area, the drama primarily focuses on one particular problem that drives the story forward.

January 24, 2025
January 24, 2025

Tawsif and Porshi to unite for a Valentine’s Day special drama

Filming for the project began on January 23 in the lush, scenic beauty of Jaflong in Sylhet—a fitting backdrop for a love story that producer Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz believes will enhance the romance at the heart of the narrative. Raz shared that the film's location was carefully selected to emphasise the story’s emotional and visual richness, capturing the raw beauty of nature as the tale of love unfolds around it.

November 29, 2024
November 29, 2024

Tawsif’s ‘rockstar dreams' come true

Breaking away from his conventional comedic roles, the popular small-screen actor is eager to challenge himself as an actor. From playing a serial killer to a professor and now a rockstar, he is ready to mould himself to fit each performance.

November 1, 2024
November 1, 2024

Vicky Zahed’s ‘Chokro’ returns with new season

This project also marked Tawsif Mahbub’s OTT debut, which received an enthusiastic response from viewers. “My very first OTT project is getting a spin-off, which means the audience loved it. I’m thankful to them. My TV drama debut was with ‘All Time Dourer Upor’, and now ‘Chokro’ on OTT. These first projects will always be special to me.”

September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024

Tanjin Tisha, Tawsif Mahbub, and others serve meals to flood victims in shelters

Even though the floodwaters in the flood-affected regions of Bangladesh have begun to recede, many areas in Lakshmipur and Feni are far from returning to normal. The flood victims continue to face numerous challenges. More recently, actors Tawsif Mahbub and Tanjin Tisha came forward to help the villagers who have been affected by the flood. 

July 9, 2024
July 9, 2024

'Love Sab' exceeds 4.5 million views in just three days

On the evening of July 4, CMV's YouTube channel premiered one of the Eid specials “Love Sab” featuring Tawsif Mahbub and Tanjim Saiara Totini. The ensemble cast further includes Kingkor Ahsan, Jibon Roy, Ira,, Pauline, Masum Rezwan, Munna, Muhit, Sneha, and others.

June 22, 2024
June 22, 2024

‘Chader Haat’ reaches top trending spot on YouTube

The Eid-ul-Azha drama “Chander Haat” has soared to the number one trending spot on YouTube in Bangladesh. This humorous and heartfelt fiction, set in a cattle market, unfolds themes of love and humanity. The final scene, which reveals the tragedy faced by a poor family, has deeply moved many viewers.