A controversial production of a Wagner opera at one of the major German opera houses has been cancelled because of harrowing scenes involving Nazis.
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Sabina’s first Tagore album launched
Distinguished singer of the country Sabina Yasmin’s first solo Tagore album has been released this Friday.
They are together in TV play for first time
For the first time Sajal, Momo, Nawsheen and popular singer Shahid have performed together in a TV play. They have worked together in Ziauddin Alam directed faction play “Shudhu Ek Minute.” Shooting of this play started on Wednesday in different…
Ideas for mother’s day
A mother’s love is a garden where the sun always shines and the season is spring forever.
Apparel show at Alliance Française
DHAKA: The exhibition titled ‘The dream’s Wear: Influenced by Folk Painting and Music’ presented by VIAAN is being held at La Galerie in Dhanmondi’s Alliance Française.
‘Iron Man 3’ triumphs at US box office
DHAKA: ‘Iron Man 3’ has stormed to the top of the US box office, with the second biggest ever opening weekend in the US.
William Friedkin to receive Venice honour
William Friedkin, director of ‘The French Connection’ and ‘The Exorcist’, is to receive a lifetime achievement award at this year’s Venice Film Festival.
Nancy works on new album for Eid
The fans of Nancy, one of the most popular pop artistes of recent times, might not know that their favourite singer has a background of Nazrul and folk music.
Bollywood marks India’s century of cinema
India’s movie industry toasted its 100th birthday on Friday with the release of two films celebrating its humble origins in the silent era and the influence of glamorous modern-day Bollywood.
The man behind Sharapova’s millions
She towers above him, but she can’t do without him — so much so they even email each other up to 75 times a day.
Childhood marriage bid foiled in Bogra
Attempt to solemnise an childhood marriage was foiled at Sampur Namapara village in Shibganj upazila of the district on Sunday night.
Deepika named most desirable woman in 2012
Indian actress Deepika Padukone has become the most desirable woman in 2012 by Time magazine.
Save Hason Raja’s property
The home of the great mystic poet, Hason Raja is located at village Rampasha under Biswanath upazila of Sylhet.
Get that million dollar smile
Many women feel that thin lips can make them look unattractive. With the wedding season on, it is time to get a perfect smile with the help of dermal fillers.
Paltrow named the most beautiful woman
Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow was named the world’s most beautiful woman for 2013 by People magazine, knockinga pop singer Beyonce out of the top spot.
Marilyn named most curvy celebrity
Marilyn Monroe has been named as the most attractive curvy celebrity of all time.
3 Chinese films against India’s 2 at Cannes
Three Chinese language movies will play in the different officials sections of the Cannes Film Festival, beginning on May 15. Jia Zhangke’s A Touch of Sin is the first mainland Chinese entry to compete for Palme d’Or in three years.…
Runa Laila new SAARC envoy for AIDS
DHAKA: Renowned Bangladeshi singer Runa Laila was made SAARC Goodwill Ambassador for HIV/AIDS.
Women directors growing presence at Tribeca Film Festival
(Reuters) – Women directors are making their mark at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, crafting entries such as a psychological thriller about a person’s disappearance, a look at a same-sex couple’s rights and a story about sisters.
Biswajit with his 28th album
Since 80’s Kumar Biswajit is a popular name in our music industry. With his long time career he has released 27 solo albums till now. He is now taking preparation to release his 28th solo. He has already started works…
How to match a shirt and tie
A solid-colored shirt coordinated with a striped tie is spotted the most on men, at least, in official settings. While it used to be simpler earlier when just the same colors were required on both the shirt and tie to…
Mehjabin’s dreams come true
Model turned actress Mehjabin’s dreams come true. She is appearing on the silver screen, which is a long cherished desire of the small screen actress.
Men must speak to equality: Sandberg
Women have long dominated the heated discussion around gender equality. But one silent group not engaging in the conversation is men, says Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg.
‘Wasim is a friend & will always be one’
Actress Sushmita Sen and Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram rubbished reports suggesting that they are planning to tie the knot and asked the media to respect their privacy.
Sanjay Dutt gets four more weeks to surrender
Amid a deluge of ‘Pardon Sanjay Dutt’ pleas, the Supreme Court on Wednesday granted Bollywood ‘Munna Bhai’ one more month time to surrender to undergo three-and-a-half- year jail term for illegally possessing firearms in connection with the 1993 Mumbai serial…
Why stop rickshaw-pullers wearing lungi: HC
The High Court has asked why the decision to stop the rickshaw-pullers wearing lungi entering Baridhara at the capital’s Gulshan would not be declared illegal.
Baseball biopic 42 tops US Box office
Baseball biopic 42 has topped the US Box office earning $27.3m (£17.8m) in its opening weekend.
Ash to receive special invitation
The French government will specially invite actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for the Cannes Film Festival scheduled later this year which will also celebrate 100 years of Indian cinema, a senior diplomat has said. Aishwarya was conferred upon a civilian award…
How to make your hair grow longer
While we may drool longingly at the models in those shampoo ads, who strut their long hair effortlessly in the wind, most of us would immediately dismiss the thought of growing our hair like Rapunzel, if given a choice.
Miranda triumphs at country awards
Miranda Lambert was the big winner at this year’s Academy of Country Music awards, taking home three honours including female vocalist of the year.