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).
Latest English blockbuster film “London Has Fallen” will premiere in Dhaka today at Star Cineplex in the capital's Bashundhara City Shopping Mall.
Star Cineplex has released two new films this weakened. Hollywood's animated adventure and comedy movie “Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Road Chip”...
The eagerly anticipated European Film Festival has returned to Star Cineplex in the capital with a number of critically acclaimed films.
The Bangladesh premiere of “Anil Bagchi'r Ekdin”, Morshedul Islam's film based on a novel by Humayun Ahmed, is set to be held today at the Star Cineplex.
The much-awaited Bond film, “Spectre”, released in Bangladesh on November 6, on the date of its US release, at Star Cineplex in the capital's Bashundhara City Shopping Mall. Ahead of its release, Star Cineplex arranged a special premiere of the film on November 5 evening to welcome Bond.
Steven Spielberg's “Jurassic World”--the latest installment of the Oscar winning franchise “Jurassic Park”-- is set to release in Dhaka on June 12, the same date of its worldwide release.
The seventh film of the Fast & Furious franchise that has been seeing staggering global attention recently -- is set to release in Bangladesh on April 3, the same day as its US release.
