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.
The number of shows for the movie “Jongli”, starring Siam Ahmed and Shobnom Bubly, has been increased in multiplexes.
In response to growing audience demand, Star Cineplex continues to expand its network of multiplex cinemas across the country. As part of this initiative, a brand-new branch is set to be opened in Dhaka’s Uttara area on Eid day.
The latest instalment in the “Captain America” franchise, “Captain America: Brave New World”, was released internationally on February 14. Even before its release, the film was already generating immense buzz, and after hitting theatres, it has been dominating the box office. Now, Bangladeshi fans can also experience the excitement, as the film is set to premiere at Star Cineplex starting today.
Tanvir Hasan’s much-anticipated film “Moddhobitto” debuts in theatres today, marking the first movie release of the year. The director had earlier revealed to Prothom Alo that the film would see its premiere this month. On Wednesday, he reiterated the announcement via a Facebook post, confirming that the movie would indeed hit the big screens on Friday (January 3).
People have been queuing up in front of Star Cineplex to buy advance tickets for the much-awaited sequel to 2016’s “Doctor Strange.”
Star Cineplex will be opening up its latest branch at Bangabandhu Military Museum after Eid.
After much speculation that Star Cineplex may close its operation at the Bashundhara City mall, the authorities of Star Cineplex have announced that it will continue its operation at the mall as before.
Three films, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Brightburn and Aladdin, hit Star Cineplex today. John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum is a neo-noir action film starring Keanu Reeves as the titular character. It is the third installment in the John Wick film series, following John Wick (2014) and John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)
'Hellboy', the 2019 American dark fantasy superhero film based on the Dark Horse Comics character of the same name, releases at Star Cineplex today.
Director Abdullah Mohammad Saad's internationally acclaimed film, Live From Dhaka, will be shown at Star Cineplex from March 29
STAR Cineplex, a pioneer for premiering blockbusters in Bangladesh, launched their second outlet through a festive celebration recently.
Minister of Information, Hasanul Haq Inu was the chief guest of the event. “I would like to congratulate Star Cineplex for reaching such a tremendous milestone,” said the minister.
Guillermo del Toro's “The Shape of Water”, which was the big winner at this year's big winner at the Oscars – taking home Best Film, Best Director, Best Original Score and Best production Design – has finally landed on the big screen in Dhaka. Star Cineplex, the country's first multiplex theatre, just released the critically-acclaimed title starring Sally Hawkins, Doug Jones, Michael Shannon and Octavia Spencer, along with two other recent big Hollywood films.
One of the most anticipated superhero movies of 2016, “Captain Amercia: Civil War” is successfully running in Dhaka.
