Despite a high-profile Eid-ul-Azha release, the film “Tagar” starring Puja Cherry and Ador Azad has been pulled from screenings at the country’s three major multiplexes—Star Cineplex, Blockbuster Cinemas, and Lion Cinemas—due to poor audience turnout. Initially released with multiple shows at these venues, the film failed to draw sufficient viewers, prompting its early withdrawal in the second week of release.
The Star Cineplex authorities have issued a public warning, urging moviegoers to stay alert and avoid unauthorised platforms.
Two of Hollywood’s most anticipated films- “Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning” and Marvel’s “Thunderbolts” are set to release today at Star Cineplex, sparking major excitement among Bangladeshi moviegoers.
The breakthrough came during a meeting held Thursday (May 22) afternoon at Star Cineplex’s Bashundhara City branch, where both parties agreed on a revised revenue-sharing model. While the exact financial terms remain undisclosed, the agreement is being hailed as a significant move towards greater transparency and collaboration in the country’s film exhibition sector.
This abrupt increase has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with many expressing their frustration and disappointment. Filmmakers and industry insiders have also voiced their concerns.
This Eid-ul-Fitr, the overwhelming popularity of Bangladeshi films has led Star Cineplex to halt screenings of Hollywood blockbusters at its branches nationwide. Initially, the multiplex scheduled local and international films, hoping to offer a diverse cinematic experience. However, due to the overwhelming demand for domestic productions, the organisation has shifted its focus entirely toward Bangladeshi releases.
However, just 12 days after its debut, Star Cineplex removed “Jinn 3” from its screens, and the film is no longer being shown in any theatres across the country.
However, now, just a week after the film's release, it has been confirmed that the number of shows at Star Cineplex alone has now doubled.
Actor Mosharraf Karim, despite recently undergoing surgery to remove a tumour from his ankle, has continued promoting his latest film “Chokkor 302”. He made an appearance in a wheelchair, with his leg in a cast, at a screening at Bashundhara Star Cineplex in the capital, where he interacted with the audience and spoke about the project.
Officially titled "Joker: Folie a Deux," the film is set to debut at Star Cineplex in Bangladesh today for audiences nationwide.
Star Cineplex, the country's first-ever multiplex, makes it a point to roll out freshly minted promotions for its audience. Their new offer allows audiences to grab a free ticket with every purchase, making the movie experience even more compelling.
The much-anticipated Hollywood film "Twisters" is set to hit Star Cineplex hall in Dhaka, starting today, as per recent social media posts from the multiplex. This movie serves as a standalone sequel to the 1996 classic "Twister".
These incidents took place in three districts of the division including the Rajshahi branch of Star Cineplex, located in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park. The complex was vandalized by unknown assailants on August 7, confirmed the Chairman of Star Cineplex, former MP Mahboob Rahman Ruhel.
The Rajshahi branch of Star Cineplex, located in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park, has been vandalised by unknown assailants today (August 7). The news was confirmed by the Chairman of Star Cineplex, former MP Mahboob Rahman Ruhel.
The film, featuring Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, has had a massive opening, quickly approaching the US $500 million mark globally. As of the latest figures, “Deadpool & Wolverine” has amassed US $496.3 million worldwide, with the final tally expected to surpass half a billion dollars soon.
In recent years, attendance at Eid-special movie releases saw a significant surge. However, this Eid, the Shakib Khan starrer "Toofan" not only met but exceeded records set in the past few years. The film's demand remained robust even post-Eid, prompting the country's largest multiplex to add more screenings each week.
Due to the ongoing unrest over the quota reform movement, the country's cinemas are facing significant difficulties. Even five weeks into Eid, last week's audience interest in movies was noticeable. Weekend crowds were also evident. Those involved in the film industry were hopeful about the future. However, the sudden instability in the country has concerned cinema hall authorities. Although some single-screen cinemas have reopened today, the audience turnout is not the same as before. The multiplexes, however, remain uncertain about their reopening.
“Despicable Me 4” is set to hit the theatres across the globe today, July 3, including the United States. There is good news for fans in Bangladesh — the film will also debut at Star Cineplex on the same day.
“Revenge” and “Dark World” had been playing at Star Cineplex’s branches in Bashundhara City and Sony Square, Mirpur. However, with the audience turnout failing to meet expectations, the management has opted to replace these films with additional screenings of “Toofan” — increasing the on-demand film’s total number of shows to 55.
