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16 Days of Activism / Enough is enough: Showbiz women clap back at virtual harassment

Whether an actor, athlete, singer, journalist, a corporate, or as a woman, they have to carry the burden of such acts regularly. Every form of abuse must be addressed. And in this era of technology, where it takes seconds to post a derogatory comment, the response should be just as swift. Clear rules are needed to ensure that accounts can be properly identified, regulated, and held accountable. Without this, we only empower abusers to continue.
29 November 2025, 03:00 AM
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Theatre brought peace to my life: Nawshaba

There was a time when Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed found herself facing one of the most challenging phases of her life. In the middle of that chaos, theatre entered her world — offering a rare sense of hope and peace just when she needed it most.
21 November 2025, 03:00 AM
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Runa Laila’s 73rd birthday / An icon that transcends music

Runa Laila has always been more than a legendary voice. She is an icon of beauty, style and charisma, someone whose influence has never faded. She still holds a special place in the hearts of young listeners. She is also one of the rare artistes who connects Bangladesh, India and Pakistan through her music, and reminds us why art crosses borders.
16 November 2025, 18:00 PM
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I wanted to do it my own way: Tasnia Farin

Through her production house, the actress plans to fulfill her directorial vision. “Yes, I have plans to start with short content. I might begin with small projects, but at the end of the day, I have always had this passion to create my own work.”
15 November 2025, 12:27 PM
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A sneak-peek into the unlikely pairing of Antik Mahmud and Dilara Zaman

Previously, Antik Mahmud had teamed up with the legendary Abul Hayat for a special animated video. This time, he is partnering with renowned actress Dilara Zaman, who will be lending her voice to a cartoon for the very first time. Interestingly, this unusual collaboration had been on Antik’s mind ever since he worked with Abul Hayat.
7 November 2025, 03:00 AM
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Suave Sudip

The ever-charming Sudip Biswas Deep first won hearts with his powerful performance in the globally acclaimed series “Invisible Stories”. From the stage to the small and big screens, he has explored every medium with passion and depth. Now, he’s ready to surprise audiences once again with his Chorki debut, the flash fiction romantic comedy “Perfect Wife”.
31 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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The future of television / Renowned stars air concerns, share solutions

Once the pride of Bangladeshi entertainment, the television industry gave audiences timeless classics like “Kothao Keu Nei” and “Aaj Robibar”. At the time, BTV was the sole window into a world of stories that shaped generations. As private channels emerged, the number of television dramas soared, but their quality began to falter. Today, the industry finds itself struggling to restore its lost glory and stability.
17 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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A match made in music: Putul and Reza’s story

The couple recently visited The Daily Star, complementing each other in coordinated outfits. Between interviews and photographs, they could not stop capturing moments of one another on their phones. Married for four years, they describe themselves as best friends who respect each other’s personal space while nurturing their shared world. Although deeply in love, they affectionately address each other using tui, a term that might sound a bit strange to others, but feels natural to them.
10 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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Jessia in action

"The character of agent Rupa drew me to the script. Her unbreakable spirit and her fight against crime captivated me," said Jessia Islam on her debut film "MR-9: Do or Die".
9 September 2023, 03:00 AM
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Remembering Salman Shah

It has been 27 years since his untimely demise, and yet his death remains mystery to his fans– Was it suicide or did he become a victim of a a planned murder?  
6 September 2023, 06:55 AM
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Why should local films suffer for foreign ones?

Now, the question still remains— if the creators of “Antarjal” and “Dushshahoshi Khoka” had not stepped back, then, according to the rules, would there have been a chance for “Jawan” to hit theatres in Bangladesh?
5 September 2023, 03:23 AM
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I don’t need a hero as long as the story is good: Priyontee Urbee

The sweet and charming Priyontee Urbee donned a different avatar in Deepto Play's web-film Apolap. From portraying a resilient mother in “Kothay Palabe Bolo Rupban” in the project “Ei Muhurte,” to playing the antagonist in her latest web-film, Urbee loves taking on challenging roles as she thrives to prove herself in Showbiz.
3 September 2023, 03:00 AM
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Are actresses not allowed to age?

Whenever actresses start to reach their 40’s and 50’s, they are pinned with such demeaning questions. Some actresses prefer to hide their age due to the social stigma while others try to flaunt it.
31 August 2023, 12:31 PM
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Masud Rana’s international allies land in Dhaka 

“MR-9: Do or Die” is a visual adaptation of “Dhongsho Pahar”, the first edition of the popular spy series Masud Rana, authored by eminent writer Qazi Anwar Husain.
22 August 2023, 03:00 AM
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From ‘girl next door’ to multifaceted star: 10 years of Safa Kabir

The tenacious actor, Safa Kabir who has completed a decade in show business, wanted to be a fashion designer growing up.
12 August 2023, 03:00 AM
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‘Ami Ki Tumi’ turned my life around: Jonayed Bukdadi

Battling with trauma and weight gain, Jonayed Bukdadi was absent from showbiz for quite some time, but the actor was determined to make a worthy comeback on OTT.
3 August 2023, 03:00 AM
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From Santiniketan to ‘Shondhatara’

Destiny pushed Sunidhi towards Rabindra Sangeet, and her love for classical music took a back seat. Then “Shondhatara” came along and changed her life—her voice and cracking chemistry with Arnob captivated the audience.
22 July 2023, 03:00 AM
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Will ‘MR-9’ be the next Bangladeshi blockbuster?

With a multi-starrer international cast and tantalising teaser, “Mr-9” has been the center of attention globally
21 July 2023, 03:00 AM
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Fans began crying after seeing 'Joyeeta' in ‘Mercules’: Sabila Nur

"The response to “Mercules” has been fantastic. I was a bit nervous as this was my first web-series, but everyone liked the project and praised my acting."
14 July 2023, 04:49 AM
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Adila Noor: The Bangladeshi singer working with popular Indian and Bangladeshi labels

Noted singer Adila Noor will perform tomorrow at the Bengal Foundation’s "Praner Khela". It is a two-day celebration of the rainy season, and she has prepared a set of eight songs to sing for the audience tomorrow.
6 July 2023, 14:14 PM
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15 years of 'Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na'

While Karan Johar tried to stamp the idea of “Love is Friendship”—with his dramatic dialogues and overly dramatic situations—it was only ‘Meow’ aka Aditi (Genelia D’souza) and ‘Rats’ aka Jai (Imran Khan) who actually made millennials believe that they might find their soulmate in their best friends. 
4 July 2023, 06:59 AM
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I don't repeat the same dress in front of camera: Barsha

"Kill Him" star Barsha's previously commented about not repeating the same dress created quite a wave amongst fans. Now, the actor has come forward to clarify her words.
4 July 2023, 05:13 AM
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‘Mission Huntdown’: Nayeem and Mim shine amidst drawn-out plot

This isn't the first time Nayeem has portrayed a cop, he also drew attention for his role in “Karagar”, as police officer Ashfaque. He nailed the body language of a cop and could effortlessly play the emotional scenes. Meanwhile, Bidya Sinha Mim also did well, playing the role of the gentle and naive Neera, who yearns for her husband Zillur, quite naturally.
4 July 2023, 04:00 AM
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10 evergreen songs by KK

On his first death anniversary, let us remember the popular musician KK, for his timeless hits, which are still fresh in our hearts.
31 May 2023, 03:00 AM
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Perennially Pritom

From making us cry with “Bhenge Porona” to making us fall in love with “Morey Jak”- Pritom Hasan’s success spree continues as Coke Studio’s “Deora” reigns supreme in playlists of the youth.  
20 May 2023, 04:00 AM
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Sudeshna Sanyal: The Indian singer who calls Bangladesh ‘Maa’

Sudeshna Sanyal Rudra is a Rabindra Sangeet singer, who is also a dancer as well as a priest. She has a deep connection with Dhaka, usually calling Bangladesh her ‘Maa’. She has come to Dhaka almost 20 times and every time she leaves the country, she leaves behind a part of her heart.
17 May 2023, 03:30 AM
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A songbird called Nandita

Deep dark kohl eyes, mesmerising smile and a silvery smooth voice- Sanzida Mahmood Nandita has been ruling over our hearts with her soothing performances in Coke Studio with “Darale Duaarey” and “Bulbuli”.
6 May 2023, 03:51 AM
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I became numb when I signed my first Vinyl record: Mehreen

From “Anari” to “Rajkumar”, Mehreen isn’t your quintessential artiste. Her deep, soothing voice, as well as her presentation, has always awed listeners. Recently, the singer launched her Vinyl album “Bondhuta” which is the first LP (Long Play) to be produced in Bangladesh after 40 years.
3 May 2023, 04:24 AM

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