For some, the festival means visiting temples and soaking in the festive spirit; for others, it is an opportunity to reconnect with their roots and loved ones ... Show more
Beyond rituals: Durga Puja conveys harmony, childhood for showbiz stars
Beyond rituals: Durga Puja conveys harmony, childhood for showbiz stars
Before the awards, acclaim, and fame that came with his hard work and his career that took a turn with “Monpura”, Chanchal Chowdhury spent years quietly ... Show more
I saved my tuition money for years to buy a harmonium: Chanchal Chowdhury
I saved my tuition money for years to buy a harmonium: Chanchal Chowdhury
Acclaimed actor Chanchal Chowdhury is gearing up for the release of his new film "Andhar", directed by Raihan Rafi. Playing Shamsher in the big-budget ... Show more
The scale of 'Andhar' will be unforeseen: Chanchal Chowdhury
The scale of 'Andhar' will be unforeseen: Chanchal Chowdhury
As football fans around the world celebrate Lionel Messi's birthday today, actor Chanchal Chowdhury has joined the tributes in his own artistic way ... Show more
Messi's artistry on the field inspired me to paint him: Chanchal Chowdhury
Messi's artistry on the field inspired me to paint him: Chanchal Chowdhury
Star Showbiz : Two leading voices from across Bengal will come together on April 18 as Anjan Dutt and Chanchal Chowdhury headline the third edition of “KCC ... Show more
Anjan Dutt, Chanchal Chowdhury to share stage at KCC Baithakkhana
Anjan Dutt, Chanchal Chowdhury to share stage at KCC Baithakkhana
Hoichoi hosted a star-studded adda in Agargaon yesterday to unveil the trailer of its much-awaited production “Bonolota Express” ... Show more
'Bonolota Express' stars reunite to reveal trailer, renew hopes
'Bonolota Express' stars reunite to reveal trailer, renew hopes

Bratya Basu plans film with Mosharraf Karim and Chanchal Chowdhury: Indian filmmaker and politician Bratya Basu has expressed interest in bringing Bangladeshi ...
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Paid articlePaywall Leesa Gazi to Direct Tagore Adaptation 'Shasti' Starring Pori Moni: Bangladeshi filmmaker Leesa Gazi is set to helm 'Shasti,' a contemporary adaptation ...
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In the film Aynabaji (deception), the main character, Sharafat Karim Ayna (played by Chanchal Chowdhury), serves jail term on behalf of others in exchange for ... Show more

Afran Nisho spotted in Kazakhstan for 'Domm': Afran Nisho has been spotted in a remote desert region of Kazakhstan, where preparations are underway for ...
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Afran Nisho's next film confirmed: For the first time, Afran Nisho and filmmaker Redoan Rony are joining forces on the new cinematic venture “Domm” ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury returns to Tollywood with 'Tridhara': Following his Tollywood debut last year with Srijit Mukherji's “Padatik” ...
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'A friendly gift from the three ghosts': Chanchal's artistic nod to Zahid Hasan
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'Utshob' earns over Tk 1.14cr in 10 days: Tanim Noor's Eid release “Utshob” has emerged as a box office success, earning over Tk 1 ...
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Eid Day 1: What to watch on television: Television channels pull out all the stops during Eid, offering a colorful blend of dramas, musical shows, film premieres ...
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Deepto TV unveils special Eid lineup: Deepto TV has announced a week-long special program to mark Eid-ul-Fitr, featuring a lineup of Bengali films ...
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Looking back: The compelling Bangladeshi films of 2024: A variety of films have graced the silver screen—some commercially successful, others not quite so ...
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Heme holds it together: The actress, who began her journey as a child artiste, has always been passionate about dance, just as much as she is about acting ...
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'Toofan' OTT release date announced: After breaking records in theatres, “Toofan” is now ready to bring a 'hurricane' to OTT platforms ...
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'Toofan' dubbed in Hindi, to screen in Bihar from Friday: Now, the hit movie starring Shakib Khan is set for release in Bihar, India ...
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Sabnam Faria calls out bias in award recognition: The film “Devi” (2018) is an adaptation of a novel by celebrated author Humayun Ahmed ...
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How are Bengali films faring in Tollywood amidst RG Kar case?: The aftermath of the incident led to the postponement of several Bengali film releases ...
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Celebrities rally to support flood victims across the nation: Flash floods have wreaked havoc across northeastern and southeastern Bangladesh ...
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Key FactsFlood Disaster Strikes India and Bangladesh Hard
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
- Torrential rains have led to devastating floods in India and Bangladesh, stranding hundreds of thousands in northeastern India and eastern Bangladesh. The death toll in Bangladesh has risen to 13, with approximately 4.5 million people affected, according to the Ministry of Disaster Management.
- In India's Tripura state, over 65,000 people have been displaced, and at least 23 fatalities have been reported. Soldiers utilized rescue boats to evacuate stranded individuals, as numerous cars and buses remain stuck in the knee-deep floodwaters.
- Rivers in Tripura overflowed due to continuous rainfall, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, crops, and livestock. In Bangladesh, districts such as Cumilla, Feni, and Noakhali have urgently requested assistance as power outages and road disconnections hamper recovery efforts.
- The flooding has sparked political tensions between India and Bangladesh, with some Bangladeshis blaming India for opening a dam that exacerbated their floods. India's Ministry of External Affairs denied these claims, attributing the flooding to heavy rainfall.

Chanchal Chowdhury, Tariq Anam Khan to star in 'Feu': Directed by Sukorno Shahed Dhiman, the series delves deep into the lives of people in the southern ...
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Caught in the crossfire: Should artists bear the brunt of political affiliations?
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Portraying Mrinal Sen is a dream come true: Chanchal Chowdhury: "We filmed 'Padatik' in 2022, and it was a challenging time for me because my father ...
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I'm just an ordinary artiste, with no connections beyond my work: Chanchal: As the country rejoices in the reformation process for a new Bangladesh ...
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Chanchal's 'Padatik' to premiere simultaneously in Bangladesh and India: Prominent Indian director Srijit Mukherji has directed the biopic celebrating the ...
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Hotel fire alarm causes panic amid Bangladeshi and Indian artists: The artistes were residing at the Hyatt Regency Hotel for the 44th edition of the conference ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury 'Padatik' release date finalised: After winning hearts with his superb performance in “Toofan,” Chanchal Chowdhury is once again set to ...
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Celebrity Eid festivities: A glimpse into how stars embraced the festive spirit: As one of the biggest festivals of the country, Eid-ul-Azha arrives ...
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Experience the 'Toofani' journey, say no to piracy: Shakib Khan: Today, the much awaited Shakib Khan starrer "Toofan" finally arrived in cinemas ...
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'If I could embrace him one more time': Fathers play a great role in a child's life. They are the shadow, guide, and often the most reliable friend one can have ...
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'Toofan' trailer out: A glimpse into the dark world of a gangster: The trailer opens with a chilling voiceover from Chanchal Chowdhury, describing the titular ...
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Shakib Khan starrer 'Toofan' gets uncut censor certificate: "Toofan" was submitted to the Censor Board three days ago
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'Padatik' wins big at New York Indian Film Festival: Srijit shared the good news on social media, congratulating the team on this achievement ...
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How a stage performance led to Chanchal Chowdhury's breakthrough role: Goutam Ghose recounted his first encounter with Chanchal Chowdhury. "I first saw Chanchal ...
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I'm sure audiences will appreciate 'Kaalpurush's' unique narrative: Tanzika Amin: In the web-series, Tanzika plays the character of a housewife, Nova ...
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Shakib and Chanchal tease fans in 'Toofani' photo: Chanchal Chowdhury, who will be playing a cameo role in the Shakib Khan starrer “Toofan” ...
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Fewer Eid-ul-Azha film releases expected due to ongoing hall allocation concerns: As of Saturday, with only eight films currently slated for release ...
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Chanchal da is the most down-to-earth co-star I've worked with: Monami Ghosh: This film marks the first on-screen collaboration of Monami and Chanchal ...
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Chanchal starrer biopic's teaser drops today marking Mrinal Sen's birthday: Chanchal seems to brilliantly capture the essence and significance of playing the ...
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FS Nayeem leaves audience speechless with 'Kaalpurush' transformation: Yesterday, the teaser for "Kaalpurush" was released, featuring FS Nayeem contemplating a ...
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Chorki drops first curious look at 'Kaalpurush': Chorki has unveiled the first look of "Kaalpurush", featuring Chanchal Chowdhury, Tanzika Amin, and FS Nayeem.
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Chanchal meets Anjan Dutt for the first time in airport: Chanchal also remarked that since his college and university days, he has been an avid listener to ...
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Chanchal, Shakib meet for 'Toofan' in Kolkata: This Eid-ul-Fitr, Chanchal starrer web film “Monogamy”, directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and web series “Rumi” ...
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Appreciating the initiative, the “Karagar” actor said, "On a foreign land, and named after such a great actress, Suchitra Sen, this is a celebration ...
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'Hawa' sweeps awards at Suchitra Sen International Bengali Film Festival: In a spectacular showcase of Bengali cinema's finest talents, Mejbaur Rahman Sumon's ...
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Tributes pour in for late actor Waliul Haq Rumi: Rumi's journey in acting began in 1988 with the play "Kreetodash". During the same year ...
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Farooki's 'Last Defenders of Monogamy' is lackluster: Once musician Xefer took a turn and decided to debut as an actor while also adopting a new look with ...
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Stars share Pahela Baishakh memories: Pahela Baishakh, or the Bengali New Year, evokes fond memories and signifies joy. The spirited festival of delight is about ...
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Eid Day 4: What to watch on television today: In addition to unveiling new content, they have also arranged special screenings of beloved films ...
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Eid special: What to watch on Eid Day 3: As the Eid celebrations continue to paint our lives with vibrant hues, television channels have been rolling out a ...
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Eid melodies to enchant this festive season: What's Eid without the anticipation of new songs? This Eid-ul-Fitr, artistes are bustling to unveil their latest ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury phenomenal as blind policeman in 'Rumi' trailer: With the much-anticipated trailer of Vicky Zahed's “Rumi” which dropped on Monday evening ...
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Shuddho following his father's footsteps: In his first interview on a national daily, Shuddho candidly discussed his on-screen collaboration with his father ...
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Couldn't sleep the night before shooting: Chanchal's son on 'Monogamy': Reflecting on his web debut, Shuddho shared, “It was quite pressuring to share the screen ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury set for stellar comeback on OTT: The power-packed performer and three-time National Film Award-winning actor Chanchal Chowdhury is gearing up ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury starrer 'Rumi' to release this Eid: The web-series has been directed by "Punorjonmo" and "Redrum" famed director Vicky Zahed ...
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Hoichoi unveils six new star-studded projects: Besides bringing back fan favorite directors like Amitabh Reza Chowdhury and Ashfaque Nipun ...
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Mehazabien and Siam to perform on 'Ityadi' this year: This year, popular actors Siam Ahmed and Mehazabien Chowdhury are set to captivate audiences with a special ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury to star in Vicky Zahed's 'Rumi': Chanchal Chowdhury is going to portray a detective in the much-anticipated thriller-based series ...
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Aranyak Natyadal cancels show over Bailey Road fire tragedy: Adding to this he also mentioned that he is one of the witnesses of this incident and took a photo ...
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Celebrities mourn, express concern over Bailey Road fire tragedy: The tragedy took nearly 46 lives and left over 22 people severely injured ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury presents a self-drawn portrait to Mamunur Rashid as 'Guru Dakshina'
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For a Recordbreaking Performance in 'Karagar', Chanchal Chowdhury got Blender's Choice- The Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards 2022 in Best Actor ... Show more


Chanchal Chowdhury's 'Aynabaji' to make its OTT debut with Hoichoi: Prominent filmmaker Amitabh Reza Chowdhury's 2016 directorial debut “Aynabaji” is one of the ...
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Celebs cast their votes: These celebrities were steadfast in making their stance clear, supporting their favorite candidates through different promotional ...
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'Let's be a better version of ourselves': Celebs share New Year's resolutions: It seems like 2023 went by the blink of an eye - more so for the showbiz industry ...
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After 10 years, Chanchal Chowdhury on stage in Kolkata: Chanchal Chowdhury will perform on the stage of Kolkata on December 22 after almost 10 years
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Mamunur Rashid's 'Rarang' starring Chanchal Chowdhury makes waves in Kolkata: Since December 22, Aranyak has been staging the play continuously for six days at ...
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Chanchal Chowdhury to return to theater in Kolkata: Acclaimed actor Chanchal Chowdhury is all set to grace the stages of Kolkata once again by wielding the ...
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