Tuesday, 19 Aug, 2025

Entertainment

Pori Moni and children fall ill; daughter in ICU

Dhallywood actress Pori Moni and her two children are unwell, with her daughter, Safia Sultana Priyom, in critical condition.  Priyom has been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU), while her son, Shahim Muhammad Punya, is suffering from a fever of 102 degrees Fahrenheit, Pori

Doctors attribute Adviser Farooki’s illness to excessive workload

Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has fallen ill due to excessive work pressure but is currently out of danger, doctors confirmed on Sunday (Aug 17). According to a ministry press release, a medical board has been formed at the hospital to oversee his treatment. According to

101st birth anniversary of artist SM Sultan today

The 101st birth anniversary of SM Sultan, the celebrated Bangladeshi artist renowned for his powerful depictions of rural life and the physical vitality of its people, is being observed today. The Sultan Birth Centenary Celebration Committee has organised a commemorative programme

Court orders forensic test of Meghna’s devices

A Dhaka court has ordered a forensic test of the passport, phones, MacBook, and laptop seized from model Meghna Alam in a fraud and extortion case. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate MA Azharul Islam passed the order after the accused appeared before the court and sought the return of her

Soviet film festival hosted by Russian House in Dhaka

The Russian House in Dhaka organized a Soviet film festival designed to introduce Bangladeshi audiences to Russia's rich cinematographic heritage.  The event organised on Thursday (July 24) combined film screenings, thematic exhibitions and a cultural program. The festival

Humayun Ahmed's 13th death anniversary today

Today marks the 13th anniversary of the passing of legendary writer, playwright, and filmmaker Humayun Ahmed, whose prolific career transformed contemporary Bengali literature and media. Born on November 13, 1948, in Kutubpur, Netrakona, Humayun Ahmed captivated generations of readers

Jaya Ahsan talks motherhood, promotes ‘Dear Maa’

Talented Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan appeared alongside Indian actress Mandira Bedi on a Mumbai stage this week, sharing thoughts on the emotional depth of motherhood while subtly promoting her new film Dear Maa. The event, hosted by a prominent Bollywood production house, brought

First look: HBO filming new Harry Potter series

HBO has officially started production on the highly anticipated “Harry Potter” TV series adaption, the network announced Monday, also revealing a first look at the titular character. The photo released by HBO shows Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, donning the signature

Apu Biswas granted bail in attempted murder case

A Dhaka court today (July 13) granted bail to popular actress Apu Biswas in an attempted murder case linked to last year’s July-August Mass Uprising. Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mustafizur Rahman passed the order after Apu Biswas surrendered before the court and sought

Badhon says July Uprising was absolutely necessary

Actress Azmeri Haque Badhon has said the July Uprising was essential and justified, describing it as a “once-in-a-lifetime” moment of people’s power and freedom. In a Facebook post today, Badhon wrote, “Anyone who says the July Uprising was wrong — I

Mithila condemns Muradnagar rape incident

Actress Rafiath Rashid Mithila condemned the recent rape incident in a village under Muradnagar upazila of Cumilla. Earlier, a 25-year-old woman was reportedly raped after miscreants broke into victims home. The incident sparked outrage after a video related to the assault surfaced

‘Kanta Laga’ fame Shefali Jariwala dies at 42

Shefali Jariwala, popularly known as the “Kanta Laga Girl” after her breakout appearance in the early 2000s music video, has died at the age of 42. She reportedly passed away around 11:30 pm on June 27 before being admitted to Bellevue Multi-Speciality Hospital in Andheri,

Singer Kaushik Hossain Taposh freed on bail

Kaushik Hossain Taposh, Chief Executive Officer of Gaan Bangla Television, was released on bail from Keraniganj Central Jail on Wednesday evening around 7pm. Dhaka Division DIG (Prisons) Md Zahangir Kabir confirmed the matter and said Taposh walked out of jail after securing bail.

Tom Cruise to receive honorary Oscar in career first

US actor and film producer Tom Cruise will receive an honorary Oscar ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards, the organizers said Tuesday, marking a career first for the Hollywood veteran. Cruise was selected to receive a statuette for his contributions to cinema, along with choreographer

Actor Zahid Hasan hospitalised

Popular Bangladeshi actor and producer Zahid Hasan has been undergoing treatment at a hospital in Dhaka for the past four days due to breathing complications. According to sources close to the actor, Zahid Hasan travelled to Nepal on January 10 for a drama shoot. During his stay there,

Nazrul Concert: 10 bands to perform at Manik Mia Avenue today

A concert celebrating the works of Bangladesh’s national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam is set to take place this evening (May 31) at Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka, featuring performances by 10 prominent local bands. Titled Nazrul Concert 2025, the event will begin at 5 pm and continue

Billie Eilish takes top prize at American Music Awards

"Birds of a Feather" singer Billie Eilish landed the top honor on Monday at the American Music Awards, winning artist of the year in Las Vegas at a red-carpet ceremony that celebrated winners selected by fan votes. Pop singer Eilish claimed the artist prize over Taylor Swift,

Singer Noble arrested over abusing female student

Popular singer Mainul Ahsan Noble has been arrested by Demra Police in a case filed over physically abusing a female student. Confirming the matter on Tuesday, Deputy Commissioner (DC) of DMP’s Media and Public Relations Division Mohammad Talebur Rahman said Noble was arrested in

Actress Faria gets bail

A Dhaka court today granted bail to actress Nusraat Faria in connection with a case related to the July uprising.  Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman passed the order after a hearing on her bail petition. Faria had been sent to jail yesterday in

Nusrat Faria’s arrest embarrassing: Farooki

Cultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki said the arrest of actress Nusrat Faria as embarrassing.  He made the remark through a post on his verified Facebook page on Monday (May 19). He said the interim government’s main task should be to bring the real culprits of the