Cameos like these have long been a staple of Hollywood—the Marvel Cinematic Universe redefined the model, and Bollywood followed with its own versions like the YRF Spy Universe and Rohit Shetty’s Cop Universe.
It was during the school-free weekends when my maternal cousins and I would huddle in front of our grandparents' grey old box TV after a hearty, yet customary lunch arrangement at their place. We would take up the gap on the floor between their king-sized bed and the unforgettable TV set to watch the black and white Satyajit Ray films, and even the vibrant late 20th-century Bangladeshi cinema, previously defined by over-the-top performances. The adults would lounge about on the bed, imbuing us with not only the significance of family viewing content but also a perception of what we understood as “our cinematic language.”
Bangladeshi cinema has been gradually making way into the Pakistani market, with two previous film releases premiering with English subtitles. This time, the cross-border cultural exchange will deepen as “Jongli” becomes the first Bangladeshi film to be dubbed in Urdu for its release in Pakistan.
After a two-year hiatus, Bangladesh’s showbiz stars are once again gearing up to take the field—this time with a new name and a fresh format. Ditching the previous title “Celebrity Cricket League” (CCL), the upcoming tournament has been rebranded as the “Celebrity Champions Trophy” (CCT), set to commence on May 5.
In a Facebook post, Sajib compared the film’s opening to that of another Swapna Scarecrow release, “Priyotoma”. He wrote, "Remember ‘Priyotoma’s’ opening? In its first three days, it grossed $44,000 from 42 theatres across North America. In comparison, ‘Jongli’ brought in $35,000 from 33 theatres.”
"Jongli", a breakout film this year, isn’t just riding high tides at the box office—it’s leaving audiences visibly shaken. Actress Prarthana Fardin Dighi, who plays the emotionally complex character Nupur, shared how the film moved viewers to tears and sparked heartfelt conversations long after the credits rolled.
The Eid release “Jongli”, starring Siam Ahmed, has emerged as a box office success, earning Tk 2.06 crore in gross ticket sales within 16 days of its release. Yesterday, director M Raahim shared the update via a Facebook post himself.
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.
As of today, the number of screenings at Star Cineplex has jumped to 14 per day—an unusual development for a Bangladeshi film post-Eid. The reason is not flashy promotions or star power, but the deeply personal way audiences have embraced it, said Siam Ahmed, ‘Jongli’s lead star in an exclusive interview with The Daily Star.
As movie enthusiasts eagerly await the release of the cyber-thriller "Antarjal" on September 22, the makers have introduced an exciting promotional song to build buzz amongst the audience.
The trailer of "Punormilone" depicts a love triangle between Tasnia Farin, Siam Ahmed and Shashwta Datta which divides the once happy gang of cousins and their families apart.
The teaser of "Punormilone" portrays a gang of cousins reuniting in a wedding ceremony and how they interact with each other. It highlights the heartwarming bond between cousins and their sweet mischiefs together.
The stars of the silver screen are gearing up to showcase their cricketing prowess on the field. The "Celebrity Cricket League" (CCL), a star-studded cricket league, featuring Bangladesh's showbiz stars, is all set to take the indoor stadium of the capital Mirpur by storm. The tournament is scheduled to run from September 26 to September 28, promising three days filled with thrilling cricket action and entertainment.
After long wait, fans will finally got to see the world of "Antarjal". The trailer for the film, begins with a shot of a futuristic city from which the masked hacker is trying to destroy the old world.
Prior to its release, the makers decided to shoot a promotional song with the core team members at BFDC on Tuesday.
In the world of cinema, anticipation often mounts as release dates draw near. This September, film enthusiasts in Bangladesh will have a tough choice to make as two highly awaited movies, “Antarjal” and “Jawan”, are set to compete for their attention and adoration.
"Antarjal" features Siam Ahmed, Bidya Sinha Mim, ABM Sumon and Sunerah Binte Kamal, in the central roles.
Let’s have a look at the programmes, television channels have lined up for you and your families to watch on Eid Day 5.
While Siam Ahmed's highly anticipated film "Antarjal" won't be hitting the screens this Eid ul Azha, the talented actor made sure to send his best wishes to all the actors whose movies are releasing today.
