Based on the mega-popular character created by Humayun Ahmed, drama serial “Shubhro” will be aired on Desh TV tonight at 8:15 pm. The play has been adapted by Noumi Kamrun Bidhu from Humayun Ahmed’s novels, and directed by Mosharraf Khan Badol. The story: Though Shubhro, a young man, excels in academics, he is completely naive. ... Read more
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The piper calls the tune
Mesmerising tunes of Nikhil Chandra Sarker Nikhil Chandra Sarker can deeply involve an audience with the mesmerising tunes of his flute. Recently Nikhil had a few words with this correspondent about his passion for the flute. Nikhil, son of late Horalal Chandra Sarker was born at Homna, under Comilla district. Following in the footsteps of ... Read more
Chhayanaut’s yearlong celebration begins
Tagore’s 150th birth anniversary To commemorate the 150th birth anniversary [May 8, 2011] of Rabindranath Tagore, Chhayanaut’s yearlong celebration was inaugurated at National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on July 16. The two-day long celebration titled “Rabindranath-er Haatey Haat Rekhey Bangladesh” began with the lighting of Mongolprodip followed by
Salman Khan chooses Deepika over Katrina
Buzz is that Atul Agnihotri’s remake of the South flick Bodyguard with brother-in-law Salman Khan will star Deepika Padukone. Katrina Kaif was Atul’s first choice but Sallu feels the Om Shanti Om girl is more apt for the role, writes mid-day.com. A source says, “Salman is keen on working with Deepika. He feels they will ... Read more
Riverine life through Kabir’s lens
A solo exhibition of Kabir Hossain’s photographs is now on at Drik Gallery, Dhanmondi, in Dhaka. Hossain is a photojournalist working for the daily Prothom Alo. His vibrant images highlight the riverine areas of Bangladesh and communities that depend on the water sources. The photographer has tried to depict the lives of these people through ... Read more
ATN Bangla steps into 14
Today TV channel ATN Bangla steps into 14 years of being on air. To celebrate the special occasion, the channel will broadcast a number of special programmes today and tomorrow. Special programmes began at 12 am last night through live coverage of the cultural show “Chouddotey Pa.” The programme was held at ATN Bangla’s studio ... Read more
Special play “Karigor” on ATN Bangla anniversary
Single-episode TV play “Karigor” will be aired at 11pm on July 16 on ATN Bangla. Written by Anisul Haque and directed by Shokal Ahmed, the play will be aired on the occasion of 11th anniversary of the TV channel. The story revolves around potters. Mahfuz Ahmed plays the role of a potter who is upholding ... Read more
Banglavision programmes now available on cell phone
From now on, programmes, news and schedules of the satellite channel Banglavision can be seen and downloaded on mobile phones. By logging on wap.banglavision.tv, subscribers will be able to download their favourite Banglavision programmes. On July 8, Managing Director of the channel, Mohammad Aminul Haque formally launched the new technology at a programme held at
A diverse world of images
International Inter University Photography Exhibition by NSUPC North South University Photography Club (NSUPC) was founded in 1997 by a few photography enthusiasts. Gradually it has become one of the most prominent promoters of photography in Bangladesh. In 2003, NSUPC started to invite university students from other countries to participate at its International Inter University Photography ... Read more
Bipasha joins Twitter, tweets on Dhoni Wedding
The gorgeous and bold Bollywood’s babe Bipasha Basu, has finally joined the league via creating her profile at the Twitter site a few days back. She officially attached herself on twitter, the micro-blogging site this morning only, quoted geo.tv. Bipasha’s crafted her first tweet which says Hello guys! Late entry in twitter verse but nevertheless ... Read more
“Jamai Mela” on Banglavision
TV serial “Jamai Mela” will be aired tonight on Banglavision at 8:15pm. Written by Brindaban Das, the serial has been directed by Azharul Karim. The story of the serial revolves around a village. Most of the males from the village live abroad. As a result, the villager elders often marry off their daughters and keep ... Read more
ntv turns seven
Special programmes on the occasion Satellite channel ntv turns seven today. To mark the occasion, several special programmes will be aired on the channel throughout the day. Highlights of some of the programmes: A dance programme “Projapoti Mon” will be aired this morning at 8:20 am. Produced by Dipu Mahmud, the show features dance performances ... Read more
“Khona”: A legend revived!
Theatre Review “Khona”: A legend revived! Aly Zaker ‘Bot-Tola’ is a new theatre group. Some say it is a splinter group of an established theatre company. I don’t know if it is or not. And I don’t care. It’s the quality of work that speaks for the group. Very often it has been seen that ... Read more
Rezaun Nabi’s exhibition begins at Bengal Gallery
A twelve-day solo painting exhibition title ‘Immersed in Nature’ by noted artist Rezaun Nabi will begin today at the Bengal Shilpalaya, Dhanmondi, at 6:00pm. Noted artist Qayyum Chowdhury will inaugurate the exhibition. Professor Bulbul Osman and artist Rafiqun Nabi, elder brother of the artist, will be present as special guests, said a press briefing on Thursday ... Read more
Haba dance: An indigenous tradition
Haba, a centuries old dance form, is performed by the Tripura community to propitiate the gods in the hope of good crops. The Tripura farmers also believe that they will enjoy a happy and prosperous life through dance, songs and arts. Gairing Cultural Organisation, which works in Khagrachhari hill district to preserve and enrich Tripura culture ... Read more
Ash, Abhi always fights
One of the most celebrated couple of the industry, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan confesses on the latest issue of Vogue magazine that they fight everyday. When asked how often they fight, Abhishek was quick to reply, “Oh, every day”, quoted bollywoodmantra.com. Ash promptly interfered, “Not everyday baby. We didn’t fight yesterday. Or the ... Read more
Warfaze: pioneer in Bangla metal Band
The band Warfaze has won the hearts of music enthusiasts with soaring voice and progressive metal songs featuring the inner mind, nature and politics since the early 1990s. Though the band was formed 1984, its first album launched seven years later. After launching their self titled album Warfaze, the band launched five more albums including
Manisha is back after marriage
Accomplished dancer-actress Manisha Koirala, who recently tied the knot with beau and businessman Samrat Dahal in Kathmandu, has signed her first film just days after her marriage, quoted galatta.com. The yet-to-be-titled film will be produced under the banner of Yograj Cinevista. According to sources, the actress will play the role of a politician in this
“Maggi Taste n Balance” on ntv
“Maggi Taste n Balance,” a new cooking show is currently aired on ntv every Monday at 9 pm. The programme emphasises on healthy living through balanced diet. “ ‘Healthy food for healthy life’ is the theme of the show,” said Rahima Sultana Reeta, host of the programme. She is a consultant of Nestle. Nestle is ... Read more
“Madhobi Villa” on ATN Bangla
ATN Bangla is going to air new drama serial ‘Madhobi Villa’ from tonight. It will be aired every Tuesdays at 8:00pm. Story of the drama serial is composed by Shaktipado Rajguru under adaptation from the novel written by Dr Nihar Ranjan Gupta. It is scripted and directed by Prashun Biswas (Mithu). The cast includes Ramendu ... Read more