Among the Eid releases, “Borbaad”, “Daagi”, and "Jongli” have generated the most buzz. Even after four weeks in theatres, these films continue to draw attention.
Bangladeshi films “Borbaad” and “Daagi” have sustained packed audiences in theatres both locally and internationally, even twenty days after their Eid release.
“Daagi” stars Afran Nisho as a hardened, mysterious convict, with the number “786” branded on his uniform—a visual that’s now become iconic among fans. Starring opposite him is actress Tama Mirza, with a supporting cast that includes Sunerah Binte Kamal, Shahiduzzaman Selim, Gazi Rakayet, Mili Bashar, and Rashed Mamun Apu.
With packed halls and sustained audience turnout weeks after Eid, this year’s releases “Borbaad”, “Daagi” and “Jongli” have marked a strong box office run—prompting their scheduled release abroad.
Actor Rashed Mamun Apu, whose films “Daagi” and “Jongli” hit theatres this Eid, described the festive season as a significant milestone for Bangladeshi cinema.
This Eid, Xefer Rahman surprised fans not just with new music, but also with her return to acting. After her debut in Mostofa Sarwar Farooki’s “Monogamy”, she appeared in the highly anticipated web-series “Myself Allen Swapan 2”, directed by Shihab Shaheen. She not only shared the screen with Nasir Uddin Khan but also lent her voice to the series with the track “Boyam Pakhi 2.0”. Simultaneously, her song “Niye Jabe Ki” from the Eid film “Daagi” was added to the festive lineup.
Veteran actor and National Film Award winner Shahiduzzaman Selim continues to make waves across theatre, TV, cinema, and OTT. This Eid, he pulled off a hat-trick with three of his films—“Borbaad”, “Jongli”, and “Daagi”—hitting theatres simultaneously.
Actor Sajal, whose movie “Jinn 3” was yet another Eid release, didn’t miss out on the experience either. On Eid day and the days that followed, he visited cinemas to gauge audience reactions. “This tradition of visiting the theatres is truly delightful,” he said. “I’ve joined in, and it feels wonderful.”
Popular actress Tama Mirza is currently basking in the success of her latest film, "Daagi". Since its release during Eid, she has been visiting various theatres and receiving widespread acclaim from audiences. Reflecting on this positive reception, Tama shared with The Daily Star, "The audience has wholeheartedly embraced 'Daagi'. Their love and appreciation mean the world to us."
Nisho's character in “Daagi”, named Nishan, undergoes a striking transformation throughout the teaser. In one scene, he sports an aged look with long, unkempt hair, embodying a more weathered version of himself.
Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations are never complete without the spectacle of captivating heroines gracing the silver screen. This year, audiences are in for a treat as a constellation of talented actresses—Tama Mirza, Sunerah Binte Kamal, Shobnom Yesmin Bubly, Nusraat Faria, and Prarthana Fardin Dighi—prepare to enthrall viewers with their performances. Let's delve into the films that will spotlight these leading ladies this Eid-ul-Fitr.
Shihab Shaheen shared a 12-second video on social media, announcing the completion of filming for his latest project, “Daagi”. Captioning the post "It's a wrap!", the video the shows the cast and crew enthusiastically raising their hands together, chanting “Wrap up!” in celebration of this milestone.
Although Eid-ul-Fitr is still a little while away, audiences are ardently anticipating the films scheduled for release during the festive season.
On working with Afran Nisho for the second time, the “Friday” actress shared, “Nisho bhai is an exceptional actor. Everyone knows about his acting prowess. As a person, he’s equally wonderful. We received a very positive response for ‘Surongo’, and I’m hopeful about ‘Daagi’ as well.”
