Dhaka, Jan 17 – Bangladeshi filmmaker Monjurul Islam Megh has been included as a member of an international jury of the 6th Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF) 2020.
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A Tribute to Sir Fazle Hasan Abed (1936 – 2019)
By Nayema Nusrat New York (IPS) – “When I think about Bangladesh, I think about everybody. Not everybody is enjoying Rabindranath and the great literature and culture that Bangladesh has. But I think everybody has got the right to have…
‘Ugly Betty’ creator dies
“Ugly Betty” creator Silvio Horta has been found dead in Miami, the show’s actresses said Tuesday.
‘Fleabag,’ ‘Succession,’ ‘Chernobyl’ win top Golden Globes
Real-life stories ruled the Golden Globe TV honors, as Olivia Colman’s portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II, Michelle Williams’ turn as Broadway star Gwen Verdon and the nuclear disaster drama “Chernobyl” won top honors.
‘1917’ advances on Oscars contention after big Globes wins
Sam Mendes’s “1917,” an innovative and deeply personal portrayal of World War I, has exploded into Oscar contention following its dramatic wins at the Golden Globes.
“1917,” “Once Upon a Time …in Hollywood” win Golden Globes
The 77th Golden Globes were meant to be a coronation for Netflix. Instead, a pair of big-screen epics took top honors Sunday, as Sam Mendes’ technically dazzling World War I tale “1917” won best picture, drama, and Quentin Tarantino’s radiant…
Golden Globes 2020: Fleabag and Olivia Colman win awards
The 77th Golden Globe Awards are under way in Los Angeles, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge among the early winners.
T.S. Eliot letters show love for muse but poet downplays it
Recently unveiled letters from T.S. Eliot to his muse Emily Hale show how much he loved his longtime friend, but a statement from beyond the grave by the poet himself dismisses his feelings and shows how Eliot tries to rewrite…
Deepika on what will make Chhapaak a successful film
Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has said that more than the box office performance of her upcoming film Chhapaak, she will be happier if the movie manages to impact the lives of acid attack survivors, in terms of legislation or financial…
Rose McGowan defends tweet apologizing to Iran after strike
New York, AP/UNB, Jan 05 – Rose McGowan’s tweet that apologized on behalf of the U.S. to Iran for “disrespecting their flag and people” in the wake of an airstrike that killed the country’s top general was not anti-American, the…
Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden announce birth of a daughter
Cameron Diaz is starting the new decade with a very important role: mommy.The actress and her musician husband, Benji Madden, on Friday announced the birth of a daughter they’ve named Raddix.
Bangladesh Sangskritik Utsab 2020 starts at BSA
Culture Desk The 2nd ‘Bangladesh Sangskritik Utsab 2020’ has started on Friday at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), Segunbagicha in the city.
Emotions run high in desert at Palm Springs awards gala
Hollywood kicked off the year’s compressed awards season with an emotional night in the desert.
Folk puppets keeping heritage of Egyptian satire alive
In an era of on-screen entertainment,a simple glove puppet named Aragoz still lures Egyptian audiences with comic sketches showing how wits and skill can defeat the thuggish and corrupt.
‘Blade Runner’ artist Syd Mead dies
Syd Mead, the visual artist behind “Blade Runner” credited with shaping the sci-fi landscape with his futuristic movie designs, has died in California aged 86.
‘Star Wars’ stays atop N. America box office
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” continued to soar at North American theaters, taking $72.4 million over its second weekend, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations said Monday.
Innovative fashion designers lead the way on sustainability
Innovative fashion designers are turning to such things as horseradish and nettles to make sustainable clothing and accessories to the delight of a growing number of buyers.
PIL filed against film ‘Good Newwz’
Akshay Kumar’s new release Good Newwz is facing bad news upon release. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed against the film in Karnataka High Court seeking stay on its release, over the subject matter.
‘Star Wars’ stays aloft to again top N.America box office
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” stayed on a strong glide path in North American theaters, taking in an estimated $73.6 million for the three-day weekend, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.
‘Ip Man 4’ leads Chinese mainland box office
Beijing, Xinhua/UNB, Dec 29 – ‘Ip Man 4,’ the latest instalment in the Chinese martial arts film franchise ‘Ip Man’ based on the life of a legendary Wing Chun master, led the Chinese mainland box office Saturday, according to the…
Inuit-Canadian singer who covered ‘Diamonds” dies at 26
Los Angeles, AP/UNB Dec 29 – Kelly Fraser, a Canadian pop artist who gained attention for an Inuit-language cover of Rihanna’s “Diamonds,” part of her advocacy efforts for her indigenous culture, has died. Fraser was 26.
Innovative fashion designers lead the way on sustainability
Innovative fashion designers are turning to such things as horseradish and nettles to make sustainable clothing and accessories to the delight of a growing number of buyers.
Love pulls British youth to Bangladesh
Graham Stuart and Ferdousi Kabir Mukta knew it was love when they came across each other in the UK.
Lindsey Vonn goes social with P.K. Subban marriage proposal
Lindsey Vonn popped the question to hockey star P.K. Subban.
Dhaka Rock Fest coming on Friday
Showtime Desk The line-up includes Nemesis, Arbovirus, Avoidrafa, Powersurge, Bay of Bengal, Trainwreck, Owned, Conclusion, and Sin . Another big rock event in the country, titled Dhaka Rock Fest 2019, will be held on Friday at the Expo Zone of…
Sanjeeb Utshab held at DU
A memorial concert titled ‘8th Sanjeeb Utshob 2019’ was held on Dhaka University (DU) campus on Wednesday evening commemorating the famed singer and journalist Sanjeeb Chowdhury.
Miles enthralls fans in 40th anniversary concert
Dhaka, Dec 25 – Country’s one of the oldest and most popular bands – Miles – celebrated its glorious journey of four decades with its fans at a gala concert in the city on Tuesday demonstrating that the music stars…
‘Colors of the Mountain’ author Da Chen dies
Da Chen, the brilliant storyteller who drew from the hardships he suffered as a persecuted child growing up in the midst of China’s cultural revolution to create the critically acclaimed memoir “Colors of the Mountain,” has died at age 57.
Prince Philip leaves hospital to join Queen for Christmas
London, AP/UNB, Dec 24 – Prince Philip left hospital Tuesday after being treated for what Buckingham Palace called a “pre-existing condition.”
Saudi Arabia cuts loose with bevy of models,a rave
Supermodels and social media mavens, their makeup artists and hair stylists in tow, posed at a concert in leather pants, chunky sweaters and trendy black combat boots.