24-year-old actress Aindrila Sharma passed away on Sunday (20 November). The actress suffered multiple cardiac arrests earlier last night and she was given CPR. Although the critical condition was managed, the actress breathed her last at 12.59pm, according to the hospital sources. Later, she suffered yet another massive heart attack. But this time, she didn’t respond to the CPR support. The actress was kept on ventilator support at a private hospital in Howrah but her condition and was in a critical support.

She was a cancer survivor who defeated the disease twice. She was recently declared cancer-free by the doctors and made her acting comeback too.

The actress was hospitalised on November 1 after suffering a massive brain stroke. Aindrila was shifted to OT immediately and underwent left frontotemporoparietal decompressive craniotomy with evacuation of acute subdural bleed.

Aindrila is a familiar face to Bengali audience. After stepping into showbiz with TV show ‘Jhumur’, she did a number of popular daily soaps including ‘Jiyon Kathi’, ‘Jibon Jyoti’ and others. She forayed into digital medium too and did web series ‘Bhagar’ recently which also starred beau Sabyasachi. Following that her condition was critical. Tollywood and numerous fans across the state have been continuously praying for actress Aindrila Sharma’s recovery. Prayers started pouring in for the 24-year-old actress who had put a tough fight in the hospital against all odds.

Prominent Indian film director Shyam Benegal’s latest biopic “Mujib- The Making Of A Nation” was screened at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, eliciting a rousing response from the viewers.

"Delighted to be unveiling the film at this prestigious festival. I’m sure the story of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his journey to create the Nation of Bangladesh will resonate with people and communities across the globe. It has been an honor to be able to tell this inspiring story of the Making of a Nation,” said Benegal who could not be present at the screening.

Bangladesh Information Minister Hasan Mahmud said “I’m brimming with emotions at this screening of 'Mujib - The Making of a Nation,' our Bangabandhu - under whose leadership we gained a free nation. I’m grateful to the teams from both countries for portraying his journey, his unfathomable love, and supreme sacrifice for the country and its people. Shyam Benegal is sorely missed as he’s not present for the screening.”

Nuzhat Yasmin, Managing Director, Bangladesh Film Development Corporation, said,“it’s a proud moment for us to be at the TIFF screening showcasing the film about the father of our nation. Gratitude to all the efforts from the cast & crew of the film. The response has deeply moved us today and it’s not possible to express it in words.”

Prithul Kumar, Managing Director, National Film Development Corporation of India, said “this film about the Father of the Nation of Bangladesh will surely be loved in Bangladesh and will also touch everyone’s heart as the film travels all over the world.”

Arifin Shuvoo, who appears in the title role, “the research, the attention to detail to look like Mujib, is evident on the screen. I may not be able to put into words what a feeling it is to see the film with an audience. It is an honor to play Bangabandhu in this magnificent biopic and to be here to witness the response myself. May Mujib continue to touch our hearts and inspire the world as he always did.”

Nusraat Faria, who was also present at the screening, said “it has been a great privilege to portray the character of our Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the daughter of the Father of our Nation, in the film. Working with Shyam Benegal sir has always been a dream come true. The film has truly turned out well, and seeing the love and support it is receiving is truly fulfilling.

Abdullah Al Muazz Rifat is a Nasheed artist. He has won the hearts of the audience by singing several songs including his own written and composed songs.

His born in Amtali upazila of Barguna district of Barisal division of Bangladesh. The Young Nasheed artist is currently working on Islamic culture.

From his childhood, Nasheed used to impress the audience by singing in various Islamic programs. He sang Islamic music on the stage of various Islamic ceremonies. The audience enjoyed the Islamic music sung by him, Hamd and Naat.

Abdullah Al Muazz Rifat's childhood dream was to become a world-class nasheed artist and he is moving forward with that goal in mind.

Artist Abdullah Al Muazz Rifat has come a long way in his own endeavors, albeit not through the music world.

Although he was immersed in study for 6 years, he did not forget music.

Parents and teachers used to say to do well in studies So he was more focused on his studies. In between his studies, he practiced music and occasionally tried to write songs and poems.

After Hifzul Quran, he turned his full attention to music

He started his career in Islamic music in 2016 with the release of his solo album "Hey Rasool Dekha Dao Amay". He has since released six more solo albums. In 2019, his first music video was released in "Provur Preme".

Later, 'Salliala', 'O Nabiji', 'Shukriya', 'Simahin Valobasha, 'Taqwa Hasile Ramadan', Netar Bhuri, Allah Meherban, Dur Kare Dao Karona Ghazab, Subhanallah, Premer Gan, Jannati Noor, Chiro Biday, Muhammad Rasool 'Premer Gaan', ' Kabar Preme' has brightened his music career by singing innumerable Nasheeds including.  Which are still ingrained in the minds of Islamic music lovers.

As well as YouTube, its publishers include Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, Apple Music,

Released on SoundCloud and other international music platforms.

The songs he has written and composed so far are: Nure Mujassam, Nure Medina, Prabhu Rahman, O Madinawala, Nishi Raater Oi Tara Mela, etc.

He is simultaneously an artist, lyricist, composer and a writer. He has several books of poetry.

He has received many awards for writing Islamic music and poetry.

In addition to this, every year during the month of Ramadan, Ekushey Tv,BTV, DiptoTV, Banglavision, Channel Nine,

He performed Islamic music on BoishakhiTV, Bangladesh Betar, Krishi Radio FM 96.8.

Asked about the purpose of working with music, vocalist Abdullah Al Muazz (Rifat) said, "As a child, the then director of the Zulfikar group of Sarsina Darbar, popular vocalist Mufti Abdul Munim Khan, "Dekhe low rasullah,"

"Jibon Deye Valobashi Nabi Tomake", "He Rasul Tomay Valobashi". I listened to the ghazals and tried to sing in the same voice as him, and I always followed him.

After that, My father used to say that if you complete Hifzul Quran first, then you will have a lot of time to make music.

After listening to my father's words, I concentrated on my studies and completed my studies in just two years.

I never got any help to sing in the beginning, on the contrary, many people used to intrigue my family in various ways so that I could not work in this yard, but I did not give up.

I am working with a stubbornness inside myself, then many loved ones have given me inspiration and advice from behind at different times. But my mother always encouraged me to sing from the beginning. I have been able to come this far because of my mother.

I don't sing music to go viral, I only sing Islamic music to please Allah and His Messenger.

I think Islamic music works as a part of the Islamic Cultural Revolution. People see arrogance in the name of entertainment. Fall in love with dirty culture. I am hopeful that in the coming days the Muslim Ummah will abandon pornographic songs and embrace our healthy beautiful and halal entertainment. I have many dreams about Islamic music. This is my expectation for every human being to spread Islamic culture.

Islamic music is now widespread - what if one wants to take it as a profession? I have to practice music in addition to my main job - I asked this question to Abdullah Al Muazz Rifat.

Abdullah Al Muazz Rifat said there was no such huge industry of Islamic music before, so artists used to do Islamic music in addition to their main profession. However, the artist should have more experience with singing as well as other technical experiences related to Islamic music.

Abdullah Al Muazz Rifat is now a well-known name in the Islamic cultural arena. In addition to her studies in the cultural field, she is working with several social voluntary organizations. The artist has a personal channel on YouTube and regularly releases Nasheed on the channel.

He is currently working on Islamic music for the welfare of the country. He is a supplicant to all.

Chanchal Chowdhury signs as the Brand Ambassador for Bashundhara Tissue

Renowned actor Chanchal Chowdhury has become the brand ambassador of Bashundhara Tissue. An agreement was signed on the 2nd of March 2023 at the Sunflower Restaurant in Bashundhara Residential Area, Dhaka. 

Mustafizur Rahman, Deputy Managing Director of Bashundhara Group signed the agreement paper with Chanchal Chowdhury. Senior officials of Bashundhara Group including Major Mohsinul Karim (Retd.), In charge, Bashundhara Special Children Foundation, Head of Marketing Mohammad Alauddin, Mohammad Towfique Hasan - HOD, Marketing & Business Development, Quazi Imdadul Haque, General Manager, Sales (Tissue & Hygiene), Imranul Kabir, Marketing Manager along with representatives of their communication agency, Mpower were present at the event.

Chanchal Chowdhury is a talented and distinguished actor of Bangladesh, who is currently working in the international arena as well. This agreement was signed for one year to be involved in the activities of Bashundhara Tissue as the brand ambassador. He will be directly involved in several of the brand's ongoing campaigns against impure perceptions and harmful practices.

Commenting on this agreement, Mustafizur Rahman said, “We are very hopeful that the Bashundhara Tissue brand’s association with this beloved actor will help us continue to convey positive messages to our consumers, including people all over the country. Our goal is to remove all the impurities and indecency from society. One of our main social responsibilities is working for the development of children with autism. Many people fail to act normally with autistic children and their parents, due to negative perception of autism.”

“Bashundhara Tissue has been donating BDT 1 from the sale of every pack of Bashundhara tissue to Bashundhara Special Children Foundation for the development of autistic children for 20 years now. So, in addition to providing necessary education and training to the children to make their lives a little easier, we are now working to make mass people more aware of this issue. A noble personality like Chanchal Chowdhury will add immense value to our cause.”— he also added.

Although he is two feet tall and looks like a child, Rithan Ahmed Dipu is 23 years old and an actor by profession. His various short films and programs have millions of views on YouTube. Almost every video of him goes viral. After seeing his performance on YouTube, famous for movie lord Monowar Hossain Dipjol gave him a chance to act in films.

So far, Dipu has been given a chance in three movies. The movies are, Jemon jamai temon bou, Ghor vanga shonshar and Jimmi. The movies will be released this year.

Dipu said, in the beginning, I used to make acting and dancing videos myself and post them on my Facebook page. From there it would spread on YouTube and go viral. Encouraged by this, I started making videos one after another. I acted in almost two hundred dramas on YouTube. After seeing these, Dipjol uncle called me and gave me a chance in the cinema. I got a chance in three movies. I will act in a few more movies in the future.

Dipu said that he does not have his own YouTube channel. He uploads the blogs and videos he makes on his Facebook page 'Choto Dipu'.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of Ekushey Padak winning actor and screenplay writer Masum Aziz.

In a condolence message, the prime minister said the talented actor will be remembered for his work.

She prayed for the eternal salvation of the departed soul and expressed sympathy to the bereaved family.

Masum Aziz died on Monday afternoon at a private hospital in the capital where he was under treatment for heart-related ailment.

He was admitted to the hospital with cardiac problem on October 3 and was put on life support as his condition deteriorated on Thursday morning.

His body will be taken to the Central Shaheed Minar on Tuesday morning for the public to pay tributes.

His body will later be taken to his ancestral home in Pabna where he will be buried at his family graveyard.

The actor was awarded the country's second highest civilian award, the Ekushey Padak, this year for his remarkable contribution in acting. - UNB