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Chorki is set to bring audiences a new original film titled “Ghumpori”, starring popular actress Tanjin Tisha and acclaimed musician-actor Pritom Hasan. The romantic drama, blending love with elements of mystery, marks the first on-screen pairing of both the lead actors generating considerable excitement among fans. Tanjin Tisha, known for her striking performances, is making her debut on the Chorki platform with “Ghumpori”. The actress shared her enthusiasm for the project, stating that she chose the film because of its compelling story. “Anyone who hears about or watches this story will be enchanted,” Tisha said. “It would have been a…

On the occasion of Victory Day (December 16), a concert has been organised by “Shobar Agey Bangladesh” at Capital’s Manik Mia Avenue. The announcement was made by “Shobar Agey Bangladesh” convener and BNP Joint Secretary General, Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee, at a press conference on Tuesday morning. He said, “For the past 15–16 years, the people of Bangladesh have been unable to properly celebrate Victory Day. The oppressive actions of the fascist Awami League government have caused immense suffering. This year, we aim to unite the nation and celebrate Victory Day with renewed vigour.” “On Victory Day, we will present…

In a historic achievement for Indian cinema, Payal Kapadia’s critically acclaimed film “All We Imagine As Light” has earned two major nominations for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. The film has been nominated for Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language, and in a groundbreaking move, Kapadia herself has been nominated for Best Director (Motion Picture), making her the first Indian filmmaker to receive such an honor at the prestigious awards. Kapadia’s nomination in the Best Director category is a monumental step for Indian cinema, placing her in competition with distinguished international filmmakers, including Jacques Audiard (“Emilia Pérez”), Sean Baker (“Anora”),…

Each year, a range of programmes are organised to commemorate the Month of Victory, and this year is no different. To celebrate Victory Day, an open-air concert has been scheduled in the capital, featuring James alongside some of the country’s most renowned artistes. On Tuesday, December 10, Shahid Uddin Chowdhury, BNP’s Joint Secretary General, shared details about this upcoming event during a press conference titled “Bangladesh Comes First”, held at Uday Tower in Gulshan. He emphasised that the concert aims to spotlight the rich heritage of Bangladeshi music and culture. This year, BNP has taken the initiative to celebrate Victory…

Bangladesh stand-in skipper Mehedi Hasan Miraz blamed his batting for seven-wicket defeat in the second ODI of the three-match series against West Indies in St Kitts on Tuesday.  Opening batsman Brandon King and fast bowler Jayden Seales starred as the home side coasted to a comprehensive win to claim the three-match ODI series. It was West Indies’ first ODI series win against Bangladesh in ten years. West Indies had on Sunday broken Bangladesh’s 11-match winning streak against them in the first ODI. “Our score wasn’t enough, 300-plus was needed,” admitted Bangladesh captain Miraz during post-match presentation. “We bowled really well…

A power-packed innings by David Miller and a career-best all-round performance by George Linde took South Africa to an 11-run win in the first T20 international century against Pakistan at Kingsmead on Friday. Miller slammed 82 off 40 balls with four fours and eight sixes and Linde hit a rapid 48 in a South African total of 183 for nine. Left-arm spinner Linde followed up by taking four for 21. Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan hit 74 and his team were still in with a chance of winning until he was caught off the second ball of the final over. “It…

Preparations for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan are going “smoothly”, its chairman said Wednesday, after reports the governing body told organisers to make significant improvements. Japanese media said the Olympic Council of Asia is not happy with preparations for the event in Nagoya and the wider Aichi Prefecture area and has accused organisers of not sticking to the host city contract. Aichi governor Hideaki Omura, who also serves as chairman of the local organising committee, told reporters that preparations were on schedule. “We are taking this in a calm manner and my understanding is that preparations are progressing smoothly,”…

Manchester City’s malaise leaves the English champions in the unusual position of fretting over qualification for the knockout stages of the Champions League ahead of a tricky trip to Italian giants Juventus. City have won just once in their past nine games in all competitions, with an injury crisis and a loss of form for some of their biggest stars leading to the worst run of Pep Guardiola’s managerial career. Despite a 4-1 humbling by Sporting Lisbon and an embarrassing collapse from 3-0 up to draw 3-3 against Feyenoord, they are still in a position to qualify from the new…

Joe Root’s reign as the best player in the world is over as rising England star Harry Brook confirmed his climb to the top by claiming the No.1 spot for the first time on the latest ICC Men’s Test Batter Rankings. Brook overtakes Root to snatch the premier Test batter ranking on the back of his eighth Test century against New Zealand in Wellington last week, with the England right-hander now holding on to a narrow one-point advantage over his more experienced teammate at the top of the rankings list. The rise of Brook to a total of 898 rating…

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $600 million policy-based loan (PBL) for Bangladesh, aimed at bolstering structural reforms to address domestic resource mobilisation, public investment efficiency, and private sector development. The program also focuses on reforming state-owned enterprises and enhancing transparency and governance, according to an ADB press release today. “ADB’s PBL promptly responds to Bangladesh’s immediate development financing needs following the political transition,” said Aminur Rahman, ADB regional lead economist. “The reforms target improvements in economic management, governance, and economic competitiveness.” The program, developed in collaboration with the IMF, World Bank, and other partners, comes as Bangladesh…