JM Video, one of only two remaining DVD rental stores in Paris, is a focal point for film lovers and visited by actors like Brad Pitt when they are in the city, but the ever-growing competition of streaming platforms means this Paris institution is fighting for survival. Choice is not the problem:
Acclaimed Assamese singer Zubeen Garg has died in Singapore after suffering a heart attack while scuba diving, Indian media report. The 52-year-old artist died following a heart attack while scuba diving on Friday, a day before his scheduled performance at a cultural festival in Singapore, Hindust
With a $5 million makeover, Phoenix Theatres transformed a 10-screen cinema at Cleveland's Great Northern Mall into a cinematic escape where wall-to-wall screens, thundering sound, and luxurious recliners lure movie lovers back to the big screens. The investment appeared to pay off this summer, as
Warner Bros Discovery has confirmed that HBO Max will officially launch in Bangladesh next month, as part of a broader rollout across Asia. The media giant revealed on Tuesday that the streaming platform will go live in Bangladesh on October 15, alongside Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Macau, Mongolia, P
A wildlife rescue centre run by the philanthropic arm of billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s group has been cleared of allegations of illegal animal acquisition and mistreatment, India’s Supreme Court said on Monday, citing findings from a court-appointed committee. In August, India’s to
Renowned Lalon singer Farida Parveen remains on life support, and doctors have said it is not possible to take her abroad for advanced treatment in her current condition. Doctors at Universal Medical College Hospital in Mohakhali said her blood pressure rose slightly on Thursday, but cautioned aga
In F1, every turn feels like a gamble, every race a test of nerve. At the heart of it all is Sonny, a racer who doesn't win because he's flawless, but because he refuses to stop. This isn't your typical sports drama about clean victories and trophy lifts. Instead, F1 throws you into the chaos of st
The charismatic, sharply dressed detective Benoit Blanc, played by Daniel Craig, is back to solve another murder case in "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery," the third instalment in the franchise. It's big, it's dark and it's fun. Writer-director Rian Johnson takes viewers to a small-town chu
The Dhaka University Central Student Union (DUCSU) and hall union elections have created a festive season on the Dhaka University campus. Candidates are bringing up efforts, making a campaign using unique leaflet ideas, showcasing something more interactive and creative to get connected with everyo
After a long democratic nap of six years, though a blessing compared to the previous 28 years of hibernation, DUCSU is finally stretching its arms again. University of Dhaka has been glowing in the whole 'festival of Democracy' mode ever since the candidates' list was published. Though outsi
Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos's new film "Bugonia", which is premiering at the Venice Film Festival, presents a "funny and fucked up" vision of the contemporary world, its star Emma Stone said on Thursday. Lanthimos and Stone have become one of the strongest director-actor duos in the movie indu
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with his family in Mumbai, taking part in the traditional aarti at his sister Arpita Khan’s residence. On Wednesday night, the actor shared a video of the celebrations on Instagram without a caption. In the clip, Salman’s mot
After a long break, journalist–actor Ahmed Shabbir Romeo has appeared in front of the camera in the role of a labour leader. Romeo had been under treatment for a year, suffering from a serious illness. Romeo said, “This telefilm is based on contemporary realities and portrays the story
