Power, politics, and controversy in Bangladesh film industry

Bangladesh, Courtney Coffey, Shakib Khan

Power, politics, and controversy in Bangladesh film industry

The self-proclaimed high-budget film ‘Rajkumar’, produced by Arshad Adnan, a recently emerged prominent figure in Bangladesh film circle, is scheduled for release this upcoming Eid ul-Fitr, contingent upon smooth execution.

Russians, Russian proverb, Старый друг лучше новых двух, Russian relationships, Russian culture

Timeless treasure of Russian friendship: Why Russians always value an old friend

A famous Russian proverb that reflects how Russians value their old friends is – “Старый друг лучше новых двух” – which means, “An old friend is better than two new

How do casinos market their business?

The online casino world is one of the fastest growing industries in the world, with 155.3 million people across the world getting involved in online wagers today. Thanks to ever

Shantou International Lantern Show, Chinese Lantern Festival, Vibrant celebration, Tourist destination, Yingge dance teams, Chaoyang Yingge style, Cultural identity, Folk dancing tradition

Shantou Lantern Festival draws crowds with Yingge dance and folk lanterns

The “2024 Shantou International Lantern Show” is set to illuminate the city of Shantou in Guangdong Province, in honor of the Chinese Lantern Festival this Saturday. Shantou, known for its

China, Chinese Lunar New Year, China's consumption market

China’s holiday spending surges, brightening economic outlook

China recently released staggering figures for domestic travel and spending during the Chinese Lunar New Year holidays, signaling a robust recovery in consumption and bolstering the nation’s economic outlook for

Dubai turns into ‘sin city’ of the Middle East

Couple of years ago, this newspaper had first exposed activities inside ‘B52 Discotheque’, located inside ‘Fortune Grand Hotel’ in Muteena (Deira) which has been Dubai’s epicenter of sex workers from

Chongqing hot pot and Shaxian delicacies drive China’s tourism boom

As the eight-day Spring Festival holiday unfolded across China, bustling scenes of packed restaurants, crowded scenic spots, and the laughter of tourists enjoying new experiences were witnessed, particularly in hotspots

Crafter of love stories with ink and emotion gets a new age-digit

As Valentine’s Day approaches, hearts around the world flutter in anticipation of romantic gestures, be it roses, chocolates, or heartfelt cards. However, nestled in the bustling city of Dhaka, there

The Year of the Dragon roars with record-breaking box office and tourism surge in China

As the Chinese Lunar New Year unfolds, the Year of the Dragon heralds a spectacular start for the country’s entertainment and tourism industries. The holiday season has witnessed a remarkable

The legendary film studio Mosfilm celebrates its 100th anniversary

Mosfilm is not only Russia’s main and largest film studio; it’s the historical birthplace of Soviet and Russian cinema. This year, the film studio is celebrating its centenary. To this