Television channels pull out all the stops during Eid, offering a colourful blend of dramas, musical shows, film premieres, and special children’s programmes to keep viewers engaged throughout the festivities. As the most widely accessible medium, TV networks curate a vibrant schedule of fiction and entertainment centred around the joy of Eid.
ATN Bangla has announced an eight-day special programming schedule to celebrate Eid-u-Fitr featuring 30 dramas, 8 telefilms, and 15 films. The channel will moreover host the TV premiere of seven Bangladeshi movies as part of the lineup.
This year, an estimated 50 Bangladeshi films have been released. Among these, only a handful have achieved commercial success. Then again, despite not performing well at the box office, other cinematic aspects like actors, actresses, and film songs have managed to remain at the centre of discussions throughout the year.
Star Cineplex, a leading choice for cinema enthusiasts with refined tastes, has maintained its position as a crowd favourite. While Hollywood films dominated the scene a few years ago, the rising wave of Bangladeshi cinema has gradually shifted the spotlight.
A variety of films have graced the silver screen—some commercially successful, others not quite so. Let’s bid adieu to the year, as we look back at some of its film offerings.
The film industry continues to face significant challenges as most cinemas remain closed, and the few that have reopened are struggling due to a lack of new releases. Filmmakers are hesitant to debut their projects in this climate, forcing theatre owners to rely on screening older films.
Making the announcement Arshad Adnan disclosed that “Shaheb” will be directed by emerging filmmaker Saif Chandan, with Himel Ashraf serving as the film's advisor. The film is slated for release on Eid next year.
Himel Ashraf’s directorial "Rajkumar," released last Eid-ul-Fitr, showcased Shakib Khan in a new light, impressing audiences.
The release of “Rajkumar” in Bangladesh has been creating quite a stir, with critics suggesting it ranks amongst Shakib Khan starrer top five films. The film is currently running in theatres across America, alongside Italy, and Australia.
American actress Courtney Coffey is presently in Bangladesh, engrossed in the filming of Himel Ashraf’s “Rajkumar” alongside Shakib Khan. The production of “Rajkumar” commenced on December 21 at BFDC. During her stay in Bangladesh, Courtney had the opportunity to immerse herself in the country's exquisite beauty.
The filming of Shakib Khan's new movie "Rajkumar" is scheduled to commence the day after tomorrow (December 12). American actress Courtney Coffey is thus currently in Dhaka for the film's shoot.
Shakib Khan starrer "Rajkumar’s" first look was launched on the superstar's birthday in New York in 2022. Unfortunately, the shooting didn't start after that and people assumed that it had been shelved for good.
The charm of Bangladeshi cinema has reached international shores as actor Shakib Khan's film “Priyotoma” amazes audiences in the United States. The movie has garnered positive feedback from none other than American actress Courtney Coffey, who expressed her admiration for the film after watching it.
In the midst of the accolades pouring in for "Priyotoma," Himel Ashraf recently took to his Facebook to announce his next ambitious project - "Rajkumar." He takes on not only the directorial role but also writes the story, screenplay, and dialogue.
From “Anari” to “Rajkumar”, Mehreen isn’t your quintessential artiste. Her deep, soothing voice, as well as her presentation, has always awed listeners. Recently, the singer launched her Vinyl album “Bondhuta” which is the first LP (Long Play) to be produced in Bangladesh after 40 years.
