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  • Feature film on Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

    India has suggested to Bangladesh names of three of its top directors—Shyam Benegal, Goutam Ghosh and Kauskhik Ganguly—for jointly making a feature film on the life and works of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to mark his birth centenary in 2020 and a documentary on the Liberation War to mark 50 years of the event.

  • 'SUPERGIRL' rumoured to get her standalone film

    Many were skeptical when Melissa Benoist took up the moniker of Superman's biological cousin, Supergirl. The actor has since silenced

  • 'SUPERGIRL' rumoured to get her standalone film

    Many were skeptical when Melissa Benoist took up the moniker of Superman's biological cousin, Supergirl. The actor has since silenced

  • Bangladeshi actress Mahi

    Mahi's new 'Obotar'

    With her hard work, dedication and charm, Mahiya Mahi gained immense popularity in the Bangladeshi film industry in a short span of time. After her breakthrough performance in Bhalobashar Rong, she has earned a huge fan base. The actor is now spending her days filming various projects.

  • 'Bhuban Majhi' sails beyond borders

    The history of our Liberation War has been depicted in various films and Bhuban Majhi is one such story which managed to garner much appreciation for its authentic approach.

  • Documentary of Anwar Chowdhury in Greece

    Anwar Chowdhury is the cinematographer, director and producer of the film. The film is produced by Du CINEMA. The 5th International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra Awards will be held from August 4-9.

  • 'Bhaijaan' comes to town

    Dhaliwood King Shakib Khan is hailed as one of the busiest and most popular artistes of the industry today. He has been capturing the hearts of millions with his charming personality and remarkable performances on the silver-screen for over ten years.

  • 'The Equalizer 2' to release at Star Cineplex today

    The anticipation is finally over for all the Denzel fans, as The Equalizer 2 is all set to hit the screens at Star Cineplex today. Not only did this film stir quite the hype as a sequel,

  • Catch 'Mission: Impossible – Fallout' at Blockbuster Cinemas today

    Tom Cruise is back as Ethan Hunt in the sixth installment of the franchise and the second film of the series to be directed by Christopher McQuarrie.

  • Ministers grace the inauguration of 'Jam'

    After a ten year hiatus, the banner of Manna's production house, Kritanjali Kothachitra, is back in operation.

  • Tauquir Ahmed's Haldaa movie

    'Haldaa' heads for hat-trick

    Directed by Tauquir Ahmed, Haldaa has won many hearts in Bangladesh and beyond.

  • Tauquir Ahmed's Haldaa movie

    'Haldaa' heads for hat-trick

    Directed by Tauquir Ahmed, Haldaa has won many hearts in Bangladesh and beyond.

  • Rituparna Sengupta to play an attorney in 'Jam'

    Indian film actor Rituparna Sengupta has been active in the film industry of Bangladesh for several years, alongside being a popular name in Bengali and Hindi cinema.

  • Dhaliwood actress Purnima

    Purnima to glow on the big screen

    Even after gaining much popularity in the film arena, Purnima later shifted her focus away from cinema towards acting in telefictions,

  • Kamar's 'Onnodin…' in La Lucarne

    The second film of Kamar Ahmed Simon's ongoing water trilogy Onnodin... has been selected to be commissioned by La Lucarne, a programme slot on Europe's cultural channel ARTE TV.

  • First glimpse of 'Misir Ali' Unveiled

    Chanchal Chowdhury and Jaya Ahsan starrer Debi, a film adaptation of cultural legend Humayun Ahmed's novel of the same name, released its second teaser trailer on Thursday. The novel Debi – the first of the Misir Ali series, is considered one of the best creations of the late author and a treat to readers who enjoy mysteries and paranormal fiction.

  • All aboard the 'Bhai Brother Express'

    “Finally, the prodigal son returns home,” said Faridur Reza Sagar, in the unveiling of Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and Bhai Brother Express. The project, which will consist of 8 new telefilms for Eid-ul-adha, will see the eminent director return to the platform that gave him a head start in the industry, Channel i.

  • All aboard the 'Bhai Brother Express'

    “Finally, the prodigal son returns home,” said Faridur Reza Sagar, in the unveiling of Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and Bhai Brother Express. The project, which will consist of 8 new telefilms for Eid-ul-adha, will see the eminent director return to the platform that gave him a head start in the industry, Channel i.

  • Putul Jibon wins at 'Baundule The Short Film Festival'

    With the independent filmmakers of Bangladesh and India, Baundule The Short Film Festival recently took place in Chandannagar, West Bengal. Bangladeshi film Putul Jibon has bagged two awards in two of the categories, including Best Film Director and Best Actor awards at the festival.

  • Tisha and Chanchal to star in Farooki's telefilm 'Ayesha'

    Renowned director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki has announced that he is working on – 'Ayesha' -- an adaptation of Anisul Hoque's 'Ayeshamangal', which will be released on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha.

  • 'Jonmo Sathi': Born Together

    There will come a time, when the actual witnesses of the horror unleashed upon Bangladesh, especially on the women and children during the treacherous months of 71, will be no more.

  • 'Jonmo Sathi': Born Together

    There will come a time, when the actual witnesses of the horror unleashed upon Bangladesh, especially on the women and children during the treacherous months of 71, will be no more.

  • Enjoy night shows at Star Cineplex

    Great news for viewers who love watching movies at night! Dhaka's Star Cineplex is now offering night shows of all the latest blockbusters every Friday and Saturday. These shows will begin from the 8.30 to 9pm time slot.

  • Moushumi-Milon to sizzle in 'Ratrir Jatri'

    Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of 'Ratrir Jatri', a film starring Moushumi and Anisur Rahman Milon together for the first time. Helmed by Habibul Islam, the film has gotten the stamp of approval from the censor board, and is now set for release.

  • 'Bhabnagar' to be screened at Alliance Française today

    Bhabnagar, a film on Lalon by Monjurul Haque will be shown today at Auditorium Nouvelle Vague, Alliance Française de Dhaka at 7 pm.

  • National Film Awards 2016 held

    The biggest names in the film industry were honoured at the National Film Awards held at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center, Hall of Fame, yesterday.

  • 'Meenalap' wins at Eurasia International Film Festival

    The 14th Eurasia International Film Festival saw Bangladeshi director Subarna Shejuti Tushi take home the 'Grand Prix' award for her short film, Meenalap.

  • The hype machine of 'Aynabaji'

    Aynabaji is going to receive 8 awards at the National Film Awards today, a huge honour for Amitabh Reza Chowdhury and Co.

  • Oggyatonama

    Impress Telefilm to nab 9 National Awards today

    Channel i's Impress Telefilm will be on the receiving end of 9 awards in today's National Film Awards for 2016. Four of their films, notably Oggyatonama will be honoured.

  • Gul Makai

    The poster of Malala Yousafzai's biopic titled 'Gul Makai' features a Pakistani girl holding a book in her hand. What's intriguing is the fact that one half of the book is caught in flames,

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