From dance floors to camera frames, Ashna Habib Bhabna has always moved with a quiet determination. Art has been a constant companion since her childhood—beginning with dance, where she trained and performed with dedication, before eventually finding her footing in acting. Over the past decade, she has built a reputation for her nuanced performances across television and film.

The programme features six professions—rickshaw pullers, security guards, nurses, sanitation workers, news producers, and traffic police.

In conversations with The Daily Star, colleagues returned to those fleeting, personal moments they shared with him—memories now difficult to let go of, as they mourn a deeply loved artist and an even more remarkable human being.

The first janaza of National Film Award-winning actor and Radio Bhumi’s Station Chief Shams Sumon was held today, Wednesday (March 18), at 11 am on the premises of Channel i. Colleagues of the late actor, along with many members of the cultural community, gathered to pay their final respects.

Sharing a photo of her newborn’s tiny fingers, Shams revealed that her daughter was born on Monday (March 16).

A new format of storytelling is set to enter Bangladesh’s entertainment landscape this Eid, as audiences are introduced to micro-dramas alongside traditional films and television productions.

Bangladesh Television is set to air a special Eid edition of its talk-based programme “Adda”, bringing together artistes from two generations for an evening of stories, music and memories.

Each episode moves between recollection and performance, pairing intimate conversations with live renditions of the artists’ most enduring songs.

In its condolence message, Actors Equity Bangladesh prayed for the eternal peace of his departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family. Colleagues remembered him as a dedicated artiste and a sincere human being.

The trailer of “Domm”, starring Afran Nisho, Chanchal Chowdhury and Puja Chery, has been released, further heightening audience anticipation following its poster and teaser. However, just two days ahead of its release, the producers have announced that the film will not be released in single-screen theatres initially due to piracy concerns.

As Eid approaches, actor Tawsif Mahbub is pitching up for one of his busiest festive seasons yet. This time, the popular television star returns with the new season of the widely loved series “Bachelor Point”, while also venturing into darker territory with his web debut in “Chokro 2”. Alongside these major releases, he will also appear in several Eid dramas on the small screen. The lineup, he says, reflects a conscious decision to prioritise the audience’s taste this year rather than his own.

He first gained prominence through television dramas before expanding his career across stage and cinema. Known for his restrained, naturalistic performances, Suman belonged to a generation of actors who moved fluidly between mediums, helping shape Bangladesh’s screen culture in the late 1990s and 2000s.

Only four days remain until Eid. Ahead of the festive occasion, the Bangladesh Film Certification Board has granted screening approval to five films slated for release. The board’s Deputy Director, Md Moinuddin, confirmed the development on Monday (March 16).

Bangladesh’s children’s television channel Duronto TV is set to present a diverse Eid lineup, featuring 14 foreign films dubbed in Bangla alongside its regular original programming.

Members of the film “Domm” were seen in the stands during the third ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, cheering for the home side.

The story centres on Rana and Neela, two childhood friends who grew up together in the same village and were known for their playful quarrels. As life unfolds, Neela leaves the country to pursue her studies abroad. Years later, she returns to Bangladesh and visits her village with her parents. There, she unexpectedly meets Rana, her childhood companion, setting off a series of events that shape the narrative of the drama.

Bangladesh Television is set to air its traditional Eid magazine programme “Anandamela”, featuring a lively mix of dance, music and comedy for viewers during the festival.

The 98th Academy Awards delivered a night full of surprises, memorable speeches, and historic wins as two of Hollywood’s most anticipated films, “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners”, led the evening.

“One Battle After Another” took home the top honor at the 98th Academy Awards, following a ceremony where the film shared several major victories with “Sinners.” 

Jessie Buckley won her first Academy Award on Sunday, claiming the best actress ​trophy for her portrayal of playwright William Shakespeare's ‌wife in "Hamnet".