Entertainment

Spardha: Independent Theatre Collective staged “Chakriprarthi” (The Applicant), a Bengali adaptation of Harold Pinter’s celebrated short play “The Applicant”, at Spardha Atelier in Gulshan on January 30. The second show, held at 8:30 pm, drew an attentive and engaged audience. Originally written in 1959, Pinter’s “The Applicant” examines the dehumanising structures of modern capitalist systems through the framework of a ...

Jaya Ahsan continues to command admiration on both sides of the border, with powerful performances that have resonated deeply with audiences in Bangladesh and India alike. A multiple-time National Film Award winner at home and a frequent recipient of honours in India, Jaya now returns to the big screen with her latest film, “OCD”, set for release on February 6. ...

Rasha Thadani has shared the first glimpse of her character Manga from her Telugu debut film Srinivasa Mangapuram, following the positive response to the previously released Laikey Laikaa first look. The film is directed by Ajay Bhupathi and features Rasha opposite Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni, nephew of superstar Mahesh Babu. Rasha Thadani’s Announcement Rasha took to Instagram to announce the project, ...

Country’s familiar glass cleaner brand, Mr. Brasso, has officially transitioned to Colin, a modern and premium glass and surface cleaner with a global brand identity. Alongside the rebranding, actress and model Sabila Nur has been announced as the Brand Ambassador of Colin, marking a new chapter for the brand. Speaking about the association, Sabila Nur said, “I am truly honored ...

A lawyer for actor Justin Baldoni urged a federal judge on Thursday (22 January) to dismiss actor Blake Lively’s lawsuit stemming from their 2024 movie “It Ends with Us,” saying her sexual harassment and retaliation case was built on “petty slights.” Lawyers for Lively rejected that characterisation, accusing Baldoni and other defendants of taking liberties during the film’s production to ...

HBO’s banking drama Industry has returned for its fourth season with a darker tone and a star-studded cast. The show follows young bankers navigating London’s high-finance world. Season four features new actors including Max Minghella and Charlie Heaton. Critics say the series has become more intense, exploring toxic workplace culture, mental health crises, and shocking events. The storyline now shows ...

    At the Nunnery Gallery, Bow Arts is delighted to present a solo exhibition by Laisul Hoque, winner of the 2025 East London Art Prize. Hoque premieres a new installation, film, and works on paper, each exploring micro-histories and personal memory in the context of political unrest and turmoil in Bangladesh. Titled The Ground Beneath Me, the exhibition positions ...

Popular Bangladeshi film actor Ilias Javed has passed away after a long battle with illness. He breathed his last at his residence in Dhaka’s Uttara between 11:00am and 11:30am on Wednesday (21 January), according to the Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association. The association’s organising secretary, Joy Chowdhury, confirmed his death to the media this afternoon, saying Javed had been suffering from ...

Popular Dhallywood actress Tama Mirza is set to appear in two consecutive films in the new year, keeping her fans excited about what’s ahead. One of the projects is “Joljuddho”, directed by Golam Sohrab Dodul, where Tama Mirza will be seen opposite versatile actor Mosharraf Karim. Alongside this, Tama Mirza is also preparing for another upcoming film by director Hasan ...

Popular television presenter Rafsan Sabab and acclaimed singer Zefer Rahman tied the knot on Wednesday, ending years of speculation surrounding their relationship. Rafsan Sabab shared the news in a Facebook post, seeking blessings from their well-wishers as they begin a new journey together, surrounded by the love of friends, family and loved ones. “Today, we unite our lives and step ...