Entertainment
Matal Rajjak Dewan's 93rd birth anniversary celebrated at TSC
The 93rd birth anniversary of the mystic poet and folk singer Matal Rajjak Dewan was celebrated at Sanjib Chattar of Dhaka University's Teacher-Student Centre (TSC) on Thursday afternoon (August 27). The programme was organised by the Dhaka University-based cultural organisation 'Hurricane'.
Asha Bhosle's last song to be released on her birth anniversary
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle passed away on April 12 this year at the age of 92. Her first birth anniversary without her will be observed on September 8. On this special day, Indian filmmakers have taken a unique initiative to honour the iconic singer and offer a gift to her fans.
Artists unite against legal notice seeking ban on romantic dramas, films
Television and audiovisual industry has jointly protested a recent legal notice seeking a halt to the production of romantic dramas and films, expressing concern that such a move could undermine creative freedom and affect the livelihoods of thousands of industry professionals.
‘Bonolota Express’ rolls into Hong Kong for ASEAN Film Festival
Bangladeshi filmmaker Tanim Noor’s latest feature, Bonolota Express, is set to reach an international audience with a screening at the ASEAN Film Festival in Hong Kong on Friday (August 28).
Romanian singer Otilia to rock Dhaka with solo concert
Romanian pop star Otilia is coming to enthrall the Dhaka stage. A special solo concert, 'Otilia Returns: Bilionera Live in Dhaka', is scheduled to be held on November 27. The concert is being organised by event management firm Emakers Bangladesh .
Manasi Parekh narrowly escapes Nepal flash flood
Indian actress Manasi Parekh has narrowly escaped the devastation of a sudden flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border. She is currently in China to take part in the ‘Kailash-Manas Sarovar’ journey with Sadhguru. The flash flood struck the Kerung port area of Tibet on Thursday (August 27). The actress was scheduled to go there that morning.
Singer Tasreef Khan stranded in Nepal amid flash floods
Bangladeshi singer Tasreef Khan and his team are stranded in Nepal amid devastating flash floods in the country, but the musician says they are safe so far.
By Allah's grace, we are safe and well: Apu Biswas from Nepal
Dhallywood actress Apu Biswas has reassured fans and well-wishers that she and the entire team of her upcoming film Shikaar are safe in Nepal amid a devastating natural disaster that has left hundreds of people missing.
Paulo Coelho's 'The Alchemist' set to enchant Dhaka stage
Paulo Coelho's globally acclaimed novel The Alchemist is set to make its Dhaka stage debut in a new theatrical adaptation by theatre troupe Actomania, bringing the beloved story of dreams, self-discovery and destiny to local audiences.
Elias Kanchan's death report is false, family confirms
False reports claiming legendary Bangladeshi actor and Nirapad Sarak Chai (NSC) chairman Elias Kanchan has died have circulated on social media, prompting his family and organisation to confirm that he is alive and in stable condition.