The day marks the release of two films in theatres nationwide—“Rong Dhong” by Ahsan Sarwar and “36-24-36” by Rezaur Rahman. After spending four years in limbo with the censor board, “Rong Dhong” is finally set to hit the screens. On the other hand, “36-24-36,” initially produced as a web-film, is now making its theatrical debut.
The film features an ensemble cast, including well-known actors such as Tariq Anam Khan, Arman Parvez Murad, Lutfur Rahman George, Shadhin Khasru, Faruque Ahmed, Shabnam Parvin, Ejajul Islam, Jamil, Pran Roy, and Shohel Mondol.
Actors Equity Bangladesh, the professional organisation of television actors currently led by renowned actor Tariq Anam Khan, today published a notice announcing the enlistment of four additional members to the interim reforms committee.
With over five decades of experience in stage, television, and film, Tariq Anam Khan has long been a pillar of Bangladesh’s entertainment industry. Now, he's stepping into a new role—at the forefront of a movement demanding reform within Actors' Equity Bangladesh.
Artistes advocating for reforms have raised several concerns about Actors Equity Bangladesh, the professional organisation of television actors, demanding significant changes.
Today marks the 83rd birth anniversary of the legendary actor ATM Shamsuzzaman. A multi-talented artiste, he excelled as a film story writer, screenwriter, actor, and director throughout his illustrious career.
Directed by Sukorno Shahed Dhiman, the series delves deep into the lives of people in the southern swamps and jungles, intertwining elements of mystery, drama, and thriller.
The Haryana International Film Festival 2024 kicked off in the Indian state of Haryana, showcasing cinematic talent from around the world. Notably, two films from the country were featured in the lineup, and both were honoured with awards.
The country is going through a critical period, and as a result, all shootings have almost come to a halt. Eminent actor and cultural personality Tariq Anam Khan is observant of the ongoing turmoil regarding the quota protest movement that has turned into a massive nationwide protest, leaving more than 150 innocent students and citizens dead.
Bangladeshi film "Mona: Jinn 2" has crossed borders to hit cinemas in Pakistan, extending its reach beyond the nation's multiplexes. The movie, which has been drawing audiences during the Eid season in Bangladesh, is now being screened in 24 cinemas across various regions of Pakistan, including Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad.
Director Himel Ashraf's much-awaited film “Rajkumar” is set to hit the screens this Eid-ul-Fitr. The shooting for the film took place across various locations including Dhaka, Pabna, Sajek, India, and the United States.
Today marks the release of fresh Bengali films following a hiatus of one week. This week's lineup features two movies: "Peyarar Subash" by director Nurul Alam Atique and “Trap” by Deen Islam.
The prolific actor gained widespread recognition with his performance in the television series “Pret”, written by Muhammad Zafar Iqbal. He went on to win hearts through his appearance in numerous dramas. He portrayed memorable characters in many of Humayun Ahmed's projects. He also received acclaim for his performance in the film “Guerilla”, directed by Nasir Uddin Yousuff, where he portrayed the character of martyred Freedom Fighter Altaf Mahmud.
Shakib Khan has recently travelled to the United States for the shooting of his upcoming film, "Rajkumar". Expected to hit theatres during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, the film has already generated considerable buzz. However, it has now come to light that a three-minute fight scene in the movie has incurred an expenditure of Tk 70 lakh.
The inaugural ceremony, graced by celebrated guests including playwright Mamunur Rashid, actors and actresses Tariq Anam Khan, Bonna Mirza, Salahuddin Lavlu, and Aruna Biswas, marked the commencement of the theatrical affair. Indian artistes Anshuman Bhowmick and Sanchita Bashu added an international flavour to the event, emphasising the cross-cultural significance of the fair.
“Oshomoy” marks Kajal Arefin Ome's debut in the realm of web-films, adding a new dimension to his already impressive portfolio, which includes widely acclaimed content like "Bachelor Point" and "Hotel Relax," earning him a substantial fan following. While the director is renowned for producing predominantly commercial content, “Oshomoy” serves as a testament to his ability to surpass the expectations of his critics.
After five years, the 12th Parliamentary Election is taking place in Bangladesh today. The entire country is talking about the implications of this momentous event today. In films, telefictions, and web projects, we see political personalities portrayed by several artistes. We reached out to five celebrities who have donned such roles on-screen and asked if they were genuine politicians then what would be their foremost focus in implementing the changes.
Khalil became a household name with his representation of “Felu Miah” in thespian, playwright and actor Abdullah al Mamun’s 1971 telefiction “Sangshaptak”, where he acted alongside legendary actors like Humayun Faridi, Ferdousi Mazumder, Suborna Mustafa, Mamunur Rashid amongst others.
The Nurul Alam Atique directorial film, which was selected for the 45th Moscow International Film Festival in the competition category, had its international premiere at the festival on April 26 this year.