A US gospel rapper whose song was partially copied by Katy Perry was awarded $2.7 million in damages by a federal jury today in the latest high-profile copyright ruling to rock the music industry. Perry herself was ordered to pay…
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Farida Parveen to receive Feroza Begum Memorial Gold Medal
Entertainment Desk Lalon queen Geeti singer Farida Parveen is set to be honoured with the Feroza Begum Memorial Gold Medal of this year by Dhaka University (DU). Farida Parveen will receive the medal at an event to be held at…
The Lion King has already passed $1 billion mark
Nothing quite says ‘no worries, for the rest of your days’ like an absurd amount of money. After getting off to a roaring start in its opening weekend with $191.7 million, Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King has moved…
In a globalized world, music fragments take unexpected roads
New York, Jul 31 (AP/UNB) — At my son’s fourth birthday party, a classmate presented him with a toy recycling truck. Atop it was a button that, when pushed, uncorked a familiar tune with the words: “To the dump, to…
Miles done 10 shows across US without Shafin
Miles has already done 10 shows across the US without Shafin. They have rocked the crowds in 10 cities. Miles performed on June 22 in New Jersey, June 28 in Virginia, June 29 in Maryland, July 5 in Baltimore, July…
Saif Ali Khan doubts if daughter, wife Kareena have watched Sacred Games
Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan is all set to return in the digital space with the second season of the Netflix show Sacred Games. The first season of the show, as well as Saif’s role of Inspector Sartaj Singh, received…
Meghan to guest edit British Vogue
Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle will guest edit the September issue of iconic fashion magazine British Vogue, which will see her in “candid conversation” with former US first lady Michelle Obama. The edition, entitled “Forces for Change,” will feature 15…
Singer Nobel shares second runner-up position at Sa Re Ga Ma Pa
Culture Desk Indian satellite channel Zee Bangla’s music reality show ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2018-19’ has ended. The final result was announced at 11pm in the night on July 28 according to Bangladeshi local time. Mainul Ahsan Nobel, the…
New cinema hall in Narayanganj
Culture Desk A new cinema hall is going to be launched in Narayanganj. The name of this cinema hall is ‘Cinescope’ where the sitting arrangement is limited. There will be various facilities in theatre such as showing of 3D movies,…
Masud Rana film gets big budget
Entertainment Desk Masud Rana, the fictional super spy of Bangladesh, will be brought to the silver screen from the pages of one of the most famous series of paperbacks. The budget for making the film will be at tk 83…
Janhvi ’s good friend Ishaan Khatter
Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter enjoy each other’s company a lot and are often clicked spending time together. The duo has done one film together titled Dhadak and their chemistry was commendable in it. Ever since the two of them…
Documentaries to be made on iconic actors Dilara Zaman, Masud Ali Khan
Entertainment Desk The president of Actors Equity Shahiduzzaman Selim announced that two documentary films on iconic actors Dilara Zaman and Masud Ali Khan will be made by the Actors Equity. ‘It was a pledge of the Actors Equity election that…
Jennifer Lopez to play drug lord Griselda Blanco in new film
Dhaka, July 27 (UNB) – Singer-actor Jennifer Lopez will essay the role of real-life notorious Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco aka The Godmother in a new film, reports The Indian Express. Titled The Godmother, the movie will be produced by…
National Art Exhibition ends at Shilpakala Academy
Culture Desk The National Art Exhibition concluded on July 23 at the National Art Gallery of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), Segunbagicha in the city. The exhibition featured a display of 322 artworks by 310 artists. The mediums include watercolour, oil,…
Actor David Hedison dies
David Hedison, the US actor best known for playing Felix Leiter opposite two James Bonds, has died at the age of 92. He first played 007’s CIA ally in 1973’s Live and Let Die, the late Sir Roger Moore’s first…
Shimu, Emon’s Eid drama ‘Balish Bilas’
Entertainment Desk Popular actress of the small screen Sumaiya Shimu and popular film actor Emon have paired up for an Eid special telefilm titled ‘Balish Bilas’. The telefilm is written and directed by Ferdous Hasan. Shooting of the romantic story…
Rishi Kapoor: Cancer is in remission , still under treatment
Rishi Kapoor has been in New York for over nine months now. His wife Neetu Singh is by his side constantly and he is often visited by his children Ranbir and Riddhima Kapoor. A lot has been written about Rishi…
Shafin Ahmed brings new solo song
Cultural Correspondent Shafin Ahmed has mesmerized many with his singing skills. For nearly four decades he has been playing the part of vocalist and leader of the hit band Miles. He has also written and composed his songs by himself.…
‘The Lion King’ rules and ‘Endgame’ scores all-time record
Los Angeles, July 21 (AP/UNB) — If there was any doubt that the 2019 box office belonged to the Walt Disney Co., this weekend put an end to it. Not only did its photorealistic remake of “The Lion King” devour…
Beyoncé’s Lion King album is more about her
Following in the footsteps of Kendrick Lamar’s Black Panther, Beyoncé has released a 14-track album to accompany Disney’s remake of The Lion King. “This is sonic cinema,” said the star, who plays Nala in the film, as she announced the…
Patrick Stewart unveils new Star Trek
An emotional Patrick Stewart said he was “deliriously happy” to be returning to Star Trek a generation later, telling San Diego Comic-Con that “you cannot have too many franchises in a career.” Stewart will reprise his fan-favorite role as Jean-Luc…
Fazlul Karim: The rising actor of Bangladesh
Initially, he was a Model then a producer and now the audiences know him as a talented actor. He is Fazlul Karim.
Maruf Salim’s career on a roll
Maruf Salim, a talented actor of the small screen, has already created a buzz by showing his skill in portraying versatile characters. In an interview, Maruf Salim shares his aspirations, recent ventures and future plans.
Of goat sacrifice, cow love, and monkey hooliganism
Sudhirendar Sharma The stories of goat sacrifice, cow love, monkey hooliganism, and bear sex are grounded in the recognition that each needs the other to survive and even thrive.
Bubly again pairs with Shakib Khan
Entertainment Desk Popular actress Bubly is going to team with Shakib Khan in his upcoming film. Following huge outcry about who will pair up with Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan in his upcoming film ‘Bir’, the mystery has been unveiled. Shakib…
Tom Cruise surprises Comic-Con with ‘Top Gun’ sequel trailer
Tom Cruise has made an unexpected flyby at San Diego Comic-Con to debut the first trailer for “Top Gun: Maverick.” The audience in the 8,000 seat room went wild for Cruise Thursday afternoon. He closed out what had been billed…
Ben Stokes nominated for New Zealander of the Year
Wellington, Jul 19 (AP/UNB) — Allrounder Ben Stokes, who guided England to victory over New Zealand in the final of the cricket World Cup, has been nominated as New Zealander of the Year. New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has also…
Sara Ali heads to Lucknow to meet Kartik Aaryan?
After wrapping up Imtiaz Ali’s #Aajkal, Kartik Aaryan quickly jumped onto his next film, which is BR Films’ Pati Patni Aur Woh. The actor is currently shooting for the film in Lucknow with Ananya Panday and Bhumi Pednekar. But before…
Gitanjali Academy of Fine Arts to hold Rabindra-Nazrul Festival
Culture Desk Gitanjali Academy of Fine Arts is going to organise Rabindra-Nazrul Utshab at Batamoul of Rabindra Sharani in Uttara. The festival will be held from July 26 to July 27. Md. Atikul Islam, Mayor of Dhaka North City Corporation…
Asian entertainment industries grappling with #MeToo issues
Dhaka, July 18 (UNB) – When Wu Ke-xi was looking for a frightening plotline for her latest film, she didn’t need to look further than her own industry, reports The Indian Express. The Taiwanese actress and screenwriter’s latest movie, Nina…