“The Professor and the Madman,” an Irish drama film, is set for theatrical release in the Chinese mainland on Dec. 24.
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ATM Shamsuzzaman admitted to BSMMU
Culture Desk Veteran Dhallywood actor, ATM Shamsuzzaman was admitted to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) on December 21 following the deterioration of his physical condition once again.
“Ip Man 4” leads Chinese mainland box office
“Ip Man 4,” the latest installment 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 Sunday,according to the China Movie Data Information Network Monday.
Abed to be remembered forever: Fakhrul
BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Sunday said people not only in Bangladesh but also across the world will remember Brac founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed with reverence for his outstanding role in transforming society.
Sir Fazle Hasan Abed laid to rest
Dhaka, Dec 22 -Brac founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, who passed away at a city hospital on Friday night, was laid to eternal rest here on Sunday afternoon.
Actress Claudine Auger dies
French actress Claudine Auger, best known for her role alongside Sean Connery in the 1965 James Bond film Thunderball, has died at the age of 78.
Strong first night for “Star Wars” falls short of previous 2
Losangeles, AP/UNB, Dec 21 – Plenty of force was with “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” on its first night in theatres, but it fell short of the two previous films in the trilogy.
The age of insubstantiality
Sudhirendar Sharma Ironically, we are living in the undefinable present that urges us to give up courage, make cowardice a virtue, and see that both real and virtual war doesn’t end.
‘Alpha’ eliminated from Oscar race
Culture Desk Bangladeshi film ‘Alpha’ has been eliminated from the Oscar race. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced the final short list of the best international feature films for the 92nd Academy Awards. The name of…
Brac founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed no more
Dhaka, Dec 20 – Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, the founder of Brac, passed away at a hospital in Dhaka on Friday night. He was 83.
Love Island host Caroline Flack to stand down
Love Island host Caroline Flack has stood down from the show after being charged with assault by beating.
Anna Karina: French New Wave cinema legend dies
Anna Karina, an icon of French New Wave cinema, has died at the age of 79. The Danish-French actress died in a hospital in Paris after living with cancer, her agent told AFP news agency.
Those who came to conquer it
Sudhirendar Sharma Imagining geographical spaces through religion limits our understanding by imposing and justifying an ideology at the cost of ignoring its inherent richness.
2-day music festival begins at DU
DU Correspondent A two-day music festival of the Music Department of Dhaka University (DU) has began with the theme ‘Bangla Gaan’ (Bangla Songs) as part of its silver jubilee celebration programme.
Amitabha Bagchi wins DSC Prize for South Asian Literature
Dhaka, Dec 16 – Amitabha Bagchi’s novel ‘Half The Night Is Gone’ has won the prestigious DSC Prize for South Asian Literature 2019.
Young music director Prithvi Raj passes away
Entertainment Desk Young music director Prithvi Raj passed away at a hospital in the capital on Sunday morning.
“Santa Clauses” celebrate annual gathering in New York
A large group of people dressed as Santa Clause flooded the streets and subways of New York city (NYC) on Saturday, as they celebrated one of the decade-old Christmas traditions in the Big Apple.
Jamaica crowned Miss World
Miss World Jamaica, Toni-Ann Singh has been crowned the 69th Miss World London, 14 December 2019 – Today at ExCel London Toni-Ann Singh aged 23 has been crowned the 69th Miss World by her predecessor Vanessa Ponce de Leon at…
Liberation War film festival begins
Entertainment Desk A weeklong film festival featuring movies and documentaries made on the plot of Liberation War will begin in the capital on December 15, marking the Great Victory Day.
Pulling sense out of the wasteful
Sudhirendar Sharma Travel offer the thrills of impromptu encounters and the pleasures of unpredictability, provided one is ready for it.
Karl-Johan Persson first speaker for Copenhagen Fashion Summit 2020
The first prominent speaker unveiled for the 2020 edition of Copenhagen Fashion Summit is Karl-Johan Persson, CEO of H&M Group. He will be in conversation with Vanessa Friedman, Fashion Director of The New York Times, to address how high-street brands…
Switzerland celebrates friendship with Bangladesh with music
The Embassy of Switzerland has celebrated the longstanding friendship between Switzerland and Bangladesh through a function titled “Swiss Night” with food, friends and music together.
Kim Kardashian West sues doctor over ‘Vampire Facial’
Reality TV star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian West is suing an Alabama doctor over claims he wrongly used her image to promote a medical procedure called a “Vampire Facial.”
Miss Universe Bangladesh Shirin Akter Shila returning home
Thursday 12th December evening at 5:20 pm Shirin returning to Dhaka flying Qatar airways. Shirin left for Atlanta to attend Miss Universe 2019 Main event.
Lata Mangeshkar returns home
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who had been hospitalised for 28 days, returned home last week and thanked fans for their love and support.
London offers winter warmers with a festive flavor
Mulled wine, warm spiced cider and hot toddies have long been British staples during winter. Whiskey expert Ross Dennis at Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery explains that the hot toddy comes from Scotland.
New “Shaun the Sheep” film to hit Chinese theaters in December
“Farmageddon,” a new production of the “Shaun the Sheep” franchise, will hit the Chinese mainland theaters on Dec. 28, the film’s official Weibo account announced Monday.
Begum Rokeya Day Monday
Dhaka, Dec 9 – The Begum Rokeya Day will be observed on Monday marking the 139th birth as well as 87th death anniversary of Begum Rokeya Shakhawat Hossain, a pioneer in the fight for securing women’s rights in the subcontinent.
Remove Mithila, Fahmi’s personal photos from online platforms, HC orders
The High Court on Sunday directed Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to remove the personal photos and videos of actress Rafiath Rashid Mithila and director Iftekhar Ahmed Fahmi from online platforms.
Amari Dhaka launches a New Friday Getaway
Dhaka, December 2019 – Looking for a bubble of warmth and serenity in this long grey winter. Amari Dhaka is bringing a relaxing Friday getaway for you and your loved ones. Rejuvenate with ‘Weekend Paradise’ package and enjoy 5-star comfort…