Monday, 07 Oct, 2024

Entertainment

Priyanka, Parineeti to lend voice to ‘Frozen 2’

Actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Parineeti Chopra will be dubbing for the Hindi version of Hollywood animated movie Frozen 2. Disney India has roped in Priyanka to dub for Elsa and Parineeti for Anna in the upcoming sequel of hit film Frozen. “Elsa is a fictional character who’s

The woman who rebelled against the K-pop world

In an industry that rewards performers for their silence off stage, K-pop star Sulli was a rebel. The actress-singer rose to prominence as a member of girl band f(x). But she came to be known for speaking out on mental health issues, cyberbullying and women's rights - issues that

Margaret Atwood, Bernardine Evaristo share Booker prize 2019

The judges of this year’s Booker prize have “explicitly flouted” the rules of the august literary award to choose the first joint winners in almost 30 years: Margaret Atwood and Bernardine Evaristo. The chair of judges, Peter Florence, emerged after more than five hours with the

Jolie: Strong women learn from men around them

Angelina Jolie has championed the role men can play in shaping the personalities of young girls. The actress, who stars in Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, also said female characters in films should not have to be portrayed as physically tough in order to be considered strong. "I

Actor Humayun Sadhu hospitalized

DHAKA: Humayun Sadhu, a television director and actor, has been hospitalized as he fell ill seriously. On Thursday (Oct 10), Farida Akhter, elder sister of Humayun Sadhu, told Banglanews that her bother was admitted to Park View Hospital in Panchlaish area of Chattogram on October 5.

Terminator Dark Fate has unique action: Arnold Schwarzenegger

DHAKA: Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger will be once again reprising his role as the iconic Terminator in the upcoming actioner Terminator: Dark Fate. The actor was earlier seen in the first two parts of the film — The Terminator (1984) and Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Talking

Will start work on Krrish 4 soon: Hrithik Roshan

DHAKA: Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan says work will soon begin on the fourth installment of Krrish, his Indian superhero franchise. The first film, Koi… Mil Gaya, directed by the actor’s father, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, released in 2003. It was followed by Krrish (2006) and

Grammy-winning star of opera Jessye Norman dies

DHAKA: US opera singer Jessye Norman, one of the most renowned sopranos of the 20th Century, has died at the age of 74. A native of Augusta, Georgia, Norman was one of the rare black singers to reach fame in the opera world. She established herself in Europe in the 1970s and made

Parents shocked to know I was sexually active: Kangana

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut feels instead of treating sex as a taboo topic, parents should encourage their wards to have responsible sex. Disclosing that her parents were shocked when they discovered she had an active sex life, Kangana said, while it was important to have sex, one

Imran Khan seeking a divorce?

A couple of months ago there was a buzz that the ‘Delly Belly’ actor Imran Khan and his wife Avantika Malik, were planning to get separated and both were heading for divorce. But neither of them came ahead and opened up about these things. But one post from Avantika’s social profile

Legendary Mexian singer José José dies at 71

Popular Mexican singer José José, known as the "Prince of Song", has died at the age of 71. The culture ministry confirmed his death on Saturday, describing him as one of Mexico's most-loved voices. Known for his heartfelt ballads, José José's career spanned five

Shraddha Kapoor not to star in ‘Masud Rana’

DHAKA: Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor is not acting in the much-debated Bangladeshi film“Masud Rana,” according to an official Facebook post of Jaaz Multimedia uploaded on Saturday (September 28). Earlier, following another post of Jaaz Multimedia uploaded on August 29, rumors

Fleabag and Game of Thrones among major winners

DHAKA: Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Killing Eve star Jodie Comer were among the big British winners at this year's Emmy Awards. The ceremony, which recognises excellence in television, took place in Los Angeles on Sunday. Comer won best leading drama actress for

Countdown to Emmy Awards 2019 ceremony begins

DHAKA: Game of Thrones will have one final chance to achieve Emmy glory later as television's best and brightest prepare for this year's US awards ceremony. The fantasy epic, which came to a divisive climax earlier this year, has 14 nominations in seven categories. They

Fans mark Salman Shah’s 48th birth anniversary

DHAKA: The legend Salman Shah would turn into 48 on Thursday (September 19), if he was alive. He would regale his audience with his unique style, magical romance, unmatched acting skills and fabulous performance, but his untimely departure left millions of well-wishers in shock. The

Shakib Khan inaugurates Salman Shah’s birthday celebration

DHAKA: Film star Shakib Khan inaugurated Dhallywood iconic hero Salman Shah’s 48th birth anniversary.  A week-long event titled ‘Salman Shah Jonmotsob 2019’ began at Madhumita Theatre in the capital on Thursday (September 19). Shakib Khan said: “I first watched Salman

Bachchu’s ‘Rupali Guitar’ to be unveiled in evening

DHAKA: A sculpture of guitar which was modeled after Bangladesh's rock legend Ayub Bachchu’s Rupali Guitar at the Probortok intersection of Chattogram, will open on Wednesday (September 18) evening. The Probortok More of Chattogram city has been declared as Ayub Bachchu Chottor

Mehazabien asks fans not to believe fake contents

DHAKA: Mehazabien Chowdhury was mistaken by many for an anonymous girl in an explicit video that went viral on social media using the actress' name irking much the Lux star. Mehazabien made no delay to aware her fans about the hoax. "A video has been circulating today on

Sohana Saba’s father passes away

DHAKA: Film and small screen actress Sohana Saba has lost her father early Monday (September 16). Freedom fighter Md Showkat Hossain breathed his last at his Elephant Road residence in Dhaka around 3:30am. He was 63. Saba told Banglanews that her father was suffering from kidney

Watch: Habib redefines beach romance in 'Dube Jai'

DHAKA: Pop sensation Habib Wahid's romantic new single 'Dube Jai' is the latest treat for his fans and the number is garnering appreciation from music lovers as well. The music video, shot in Cox's Bazar Sea Beach, released on SS Club's YouTube channel Thursday