Sharmin Joya
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
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- Sep 23, 2026
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Saad’s new ‘Mission’ (opens the original)
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Aditya Chopra’s 1995 landmark film “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ)”, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, fundamentally reshaped South Asian romantic cinema. For generations of moviegoers, it established a grand standard of cinematic love, timeless music, and iconic romantic tropes. The upcoming Bangladeshi OTT project “Mission DDLJ (Dhrubo-Diya’s Love Journey)” serves as a direct, affectionate tribute to Shah Rukh Khan, “DDLJ”, and the enduring nostalgia of 90s romance. Rather than simply rem
Two festivals, two films for Shimu (opens the original)
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This year, both the Venice Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) marked significant milestones for Bangladeshi cinema and actor Reekita Nondine Shimu.After Venice, two of Shimu’s feature films are being screened at TIFF today, September 16.Rubaiyat Hossain’s "The Difficult Bride" made history as the first Bangladeshi feature film to premiere at the prestigious Venice International Film Festival. Shimu plays a pivotal role in the film, making the occasion particularly s
‘Noakhailla Maiya’ Oyshee finds power in her roots (opens the original)
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National Film Award-winning singer Fatima Tuz Zahra Oyshee has spent more than a decade building a career defined by versatility, persistence and an unwillingness to remain confined to one identity. From her early days in music to her latest release, “Noakhailla Maiya”, she has continued to experiment while becoming increasingly selective about the work she takes on. The song, a collaboration with rapper Black Zang, has introduced another dimension to Oyshee's artistry, with the singer also taki
Uttoradhikar: Ayub Bachchu’s legacy lives on through a new generation (opens the original)
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For generations of Bangladeshi musicians and listeners, legendary musician Ayub Bachchu was more than a singer, songwriter, composer or guitarist. He was an institution—and now, on his birth anniversary, his legacy is entering a new chapter through “Uttoradhikar—the AB/LRB Tribute Project”, an ambitious initiative to preserve, celebrate and carry his music into the future.The project was unveiled at a press launch at The Daily Star Centre today. Initiated by Bachchu’s wife, Ferdous Akhter Chondo
Timeless Aisha, relentless Aisha (opens the original)
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After making a mark in OTT with memorable performances in projects such as “Kaiser” and “Daag”, actress and host Aisha Khan has carved out a distinct place in the industry. Following her big-screen debut in “Ahoto Phooler Golpo” (2018), she returned to cinemas with Proshoon Rahmaan's “Shekor”, starring opposite F S Nayeem. Released on July 31 to a warm reception, the film explores themes of identity, belonging, and the importance of preserving one's cultural roots across generations. Aisha dropp
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